Train as You Fight: MAG Preparing Special Operators for High-Intensity Conflict
By Robert Houston, Director of Operations, MAG. October 2026 CW4 Houston completed 3 active-duty rotations to Afghanistan as a Targeting Officer, S3 Plans Officer, Chief of Operations, and G5 Plans Officer. Rob then conducted PCS to Fort Bragg, NC in June 2014, and served in the 18th Airborne Corps and Combined Joint Task Force –…
Read MoreMulti-Intelligence Sensor Fusion in CJADC2 and MDO
September 2026 Introduction: The Strategic Imperative for Multi-Intelligence Sensor Fusion The character of modern warfare is undergoing an irrevocable paradigm shift driven by the proliferation of advanced, multi-domain threats and the exponential growth of battlespace data. In an era defined by Great Power Competition against near-peer adversaries, the ability to maintain strategic dominance relies less…
Read MoreCommand and Control Systems (C2) for Multi-Domain Operations (MDO)
Introduction to Multi-Domain Operations and Modern Command & Control (C2) Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) is the military strategy that treats air, land, sea, space, and cyberspace as interconnected layers of a single battlefield, rather than isolated theaters of war. Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control (CJADC2) provides the technological architecture, networking, and doctrinal framework required to…
Read MoreThe Future of Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (A-ISR) and C5ISR Operations
Introduction: The New Era of Airborne ISR and Multi-Domain Operations In the contemporary geopolitical landscape, information superiority is intrinsically linked to operational survivability and strategic deterrence. Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR)—traditionally defined by the systematic observation of battlefields and the passive collection of data regarding adversarial strength and movements—has evolved into a vastly more…
Read MoreCounter-UAS Defense Technologies and Strategies
By Dr. Donald Robison, MAG’s Chief Strategy Officer What is Counter-UAS (C-UAS)? Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems encompass the multi-layered technologies, operational protocols, and legal frameworks deployed to detect, track, identify, and mitigate the threats posed by unauthorized or hostile drones. As commercial and military unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) become increasingly sophisticated, autonomous, and accessible, organizations face…
Read MoreMAG Fayetteville Facility: Leaders in JTAC and Special Missions Training
Fayetteville Facility: Leaders in JTAC and Special Missions Training. MAG’s facility in Fayetteville, North Carolina is a vital resource for both the Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) program and special mission training (SMT).
Read MoreThe Future of Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) Training
As the geopolitical landscape shifts from the permissive environments characterizing the Global War on Terror (GWOT) toward the contested, near-peer environments of Large-Scale Combat Operations (LSCO), the joint terminal attack controller (JTAC) is transitioning from a traditional close air support (CAS) coordinator into a multidomain battle manager. By integrating with the Joint All-Domain Command and…
Read MoreCyber and Communication Resilience: MAG’s Role in Multi-Domain Operations
In today’s operational theater, multi domain operations demand more than just reliable networks, they require innovative architectures that allow information to move, adapt, and remain secure across all environments. While many organizations speak about resilience and interoperability, MAG delivers these capabilities through proven, purpose-built technologies and methodologies crafted specifically for the complexity of joint operations….
Read MoreMAG’s INDOPACOM Solution: The Pacific Isn’t Getting Smaller, Our Next-Gen ISR is Just Getting Faster
The Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM) region presents a complex and dynamic security environment, characterized by vast maritime expanses and escalating strategic competition. As the United States and its allies face near-peer challenges, advanced capabilities are required to maintain stability, deter aggression, and enable Multi-Domain Operations (MDO). MAG is strategically positioned to support these objectives, providing critical defense technology and expertise…
Read MoreMAG’s Sanford, NC Part 145 Aircraft Maintenance Facility – Supporting Special Missions Training and General Aviation Aircraft Operations
Located at the Raleigh Executive Jetport (KTTA), MAG’s Sanford Aircraft Maintenance Facility plays a pivotal role in ensuring mission readiness for Special Missions Training (SMT) aircraft while also serving as a trusted resource for the broader general aviation community. The facility is central to MAG’s ability to sustain aircraft availability for vital training programs supporting…
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