Element U.S. Space & Defense, formerly known as National Technical Systems, is a government testing partner with six independent laboratories across the United States. The company provides testing and engineering services for the defence, aerospace, and space industries, including environmental simulations, electromagnetic compatibility testing, and dynamics testing. They hold Department of Defence certifications and have been recognised as a NASA Space Flight Awareness Supplier Award winner. They are well suited to referrals from suppliers and contractors in defence and aerospace programmes who need independent, certified testing to verify product compliance and readiness.