Optex Systems Holdings, Inc. specializes in the production and supply of advanced optical sighting equipment and related assemblies. The company's primary clients include the U.S. Department of Defense, international military organizations, and commercial entities within the United States. Its comprehensive product lineup features various periscope models, including robust laser-protected and standard plastic/glass versions, M17 day/thermal periscopes, and vision blocks. Optex also develops sophisticated sighting solutions such as digital day and night systems, M36 thermal periscopes, backup sights, unity mirrors, and specialized commander weapon station sights, alongside providing maintenance for optical weapon systems. Furthermore, the company manufactures critical components for howitzers, such as the M137 telescope, M187 mount, M119 aiming device, and aiming circles. Its Applied Optics Center produces an array of precision optical items, including laser filter units, optical assemblies, day windows, binoculars, and custom thin-film coatings. Additional offerings encompass muzzle reference systems, collimators, various optical lenses, elements, and windows, as well as diverse periscope configurations, rifle and surveillance sights, and night vision optical assemblies. These specialized products are integrated into a wide range of U.S. military ground vehicles, notably the Abrams, Bradley, and Stryker fighting vehicle families, along with light armored and armored security vehicles. Optex directly markets its products to the U.S. federal government, prime contractors, and foreign governments. Established in 1987 and based in Richardson, Texas, Optex Systems Holdings, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Sileas Corporation.
Optex Systems Announces $1.22 Million Order for Laser Filter Units
Optex Systems has been awarded a $1.22 million contract for Laser Filter Units associated with various night vision goggle systems, with deliveries scheduled from January 2027 through December 2027.
With this new order, the company's backlog now stands in excess of $28.3 million.
The work flows through the Applied Optics Center division, the lead supplier of laser protection optics and optical assemblies to the U.S. military; GM Bill Bates said newly added engineering expertise and equipment are expanding its thin-film coating portfolio as the unit returns to infrared optical components.