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Who We Are

Advanced Technologies Research Institute (İLTAREN) carries out research on all kinds of software, hardware and equipment in the field of electronic warfare (EW), development of technologies and prototypes, establishment of methods and processes for the development and evaluation of EW techniques and tactics, establishment of infrastructures for testing, measurement, analysis and evaluation activities for EW systems, and scientific research in related fields of activity.

Advanced Technologies Research Institute carries out the tasks of establishing infrastructures for testing, measurement, analysis and evaluation activities, conducting research on all kinds of software, hardware and equipment in the field of electronic warfare (EW), developing technologies and prototypes, establishing methods and processes for the development and evaluation of EW techniques and tactics, and conducting scientific research in related fields of activity.

Systems and infrastructures including modeling and simulation software for decision support purposes are developed within İLTAREN in order to examine the performance of different systems operating in radio frequency (RF), infrared (IR) and optical bands in various environmental conditions.

In addition to software development studies, laboratory structures including system prototypes in the electronic warfare field and simulators containing hardware elements related to these systems are also developed within the Institute.

In order to carry out all these activities systematically with sensitive and detailed models supported by scientific data, measurement; test and evaluation systems that work in open field and laboratory environments are also developed.

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Vision and Mission

Vision

To be the main R&D organisation that ensures the technological independence and superiority of our country in the field of electronic warfare.

Mission

To meet the needs of our country in the field of electronic warfare and to increase its technological competitiveness, to produce original and innovative solutions by raising qualified and expert manpower in cooperation with industry and universities, and by carrying out applied R&D activities.

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History

2023

The Electronic Support Pod made its first functional flight on the F16.

The Radar Analysis Software developed for the National Joint Electronic Warfare Data Bank (MMEHBB) was delivered.

The R&D processes of the EHPOD and EDPOD products developed by TÜBİTAK BİLGEM have been completed. TÜBİTAK BİLGEM has demonstrated outstanding success during this challenging process, solidifying the position of the Turkish defense industry with its domestic and national solutions.

Due to the successful completion of the R&D processes of the EHPOD/EDPOD projects in the year 2023, TÜBİTAK BİLGEM was honored with an award at the 1st Electronic Warfare Symposium.

Within the scope of the National Combat Aircraft (MMU) First Flight Project, "Data Compression" and "Integrated Processor" units were delivered.

The National Joint Electronic Warfare Data Bank (MMEHBB) Project developed by TÜBİTAK BİLGEM has been successfully completed.

2023

2022

The Electronic Warfare Pod made its first functional flight on the F16.

The integrated processor unit and avionic interface platform hardware of the National Combat Aircraft Project was developed.

2022

2021

The first version of the National Joint Electronic Warfare Data Bank (MMEHBB) Project was delivered.

ESEMOD software was developed to operate on LHD class (TCG Anadolu) ships.

Laboratory infrastructure was developed for the development of the jamming code used in Directed Infrared Countermeasure Systems.

2021

2020

The second version of the Instrumented Infrared Seeker Test System was developed.

2020

2019

ESEMOD software was developed to work on MİLGEM class ships.

An agreement was signed with the Turkish Air Forces Command for İLTAREN to provide engineering support in the field of electronic warfare.

2019

2018

The Instrumented Infrared Seeker Test System was developed.
2018

2017

Within the scope of the Multi-Purpose Phased Array Radar Project, a Radar Performance Analysis Tool was developed for use in the production and verification of ASELSAN's concept demonstration system.
2017

2016

The old ED systems in the Naval Forces Command's inventory were modernized with national software and algorithms.

Development studies were carried out to enable the self-protection system in the inventory of the Turkish Naval Forces Command to use up-to-date and national algorithms.

A Hardware In-Loop Laboratory was developed for self-protection methods against radio frequency (RF) systems.

2016

2014

The second version of the Digital Tactical Simulator for Electronic Warfare self-defense was developed. 

A Hardware In-Loop Laboratory was developed for self-protection methods against infrared systems.

2014

2013

Infrared Trace Measurement System was developed.

RF Recording and Analysis System was developed.

The Surface Electronic Assault System was developed.

2013

2012

İLTAREN started to serve as an institute affiliated to BİLGEM.
2012

2011

A contract was signed with the Turkish Land Forces Command for İLTAREN to provide engineering support in the field of electronic warfare.

A contract was signed with NATO for the SMIRONLINE Project developed for Spectrum Management needs.

2011

2010

Infrared Trace Analysis Software was developed.

2010

2009

ARCADE product developed for NATO Spectrum Management needs was delivered.

Contributed to the NATO Electronic Warfare exercise.

2009

2007

İLTAREN moved to its own building in Ankara Ümitköy Turkish Armed Forces Electronic Warfare Command campus and started to carry out its activities there.

A contract was signed with NATO for the ARCADE Project developed for Spectrum Management needs.

A Digital Tactical Simulator was developed for self-protection in the field of Electronic Warfare. 

 

2007

2003

The first version of the National Frequency Management System was developed.
2003

2002

With the second protocol signed, İLTAREN Group continued its activities as a unit within National Research Institute of Electronics and Cryptology (UEKAE).
2002

2000

İLTAREN started to operate in the TÜBİTAK Presidency building with its core personnel.
2000

1999

In order to ensure that the Turkish Armed Forces (TAF) have an effective defense capability, especially by using electronic warfare technologies, a protocol was signed between the General Staff Communications Electronics and Information Systems Directorate and TÜBİTAK, which sets out the principles of cooperation regarding the establishment of the Advanced Technologies Research Institute (İLTAREN) affiliated to TÜBİTAK.

İLTAREN Working Group started its activities under the TÜBİTAK Presidency.

1999

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Core Values

Our values, which are formed in accordance with the core values of TÜBİTAK and BİLGEM, are a guide for every İLTAREN employee and a tool for ethical application in their daily work. As İLTAREN, our values are as follows:

We do things right!

Our main goal is to provide customer satisfaction with our business, quality and process-oriented working approach. We carry out our works within the framework of scientific thinking, with our reliable expert staff who have the necessary equipment and competencies. While doing our work, we prioritize the benefit of the country. We comply with confidentiality requirements. We respect the effort, we believe that the satisfaction of our employees is an important component of our success.

We work as a team!

We know the importance and necessity of being a sharing, participatory, highly communicative, success-oriented team, and we work to create and maintain this team spirit. Achieving creative and innovative results is our goal as a team.

We are committed to ethical values!  

We demonstrate honest, straightforward, consistent and modest behavior. We listen to each other and respect differences. We are solution-oriented; we make it easier, not harder. We are committed to our organization, we take responsibility for our actions on behalf of our organization.

Our business ethics are based on all these values, and as İLTAREN employees, our every action must be consistent with our values. We expect our employees to reflect these values to their colleagues and encourage them to behave in this way.

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(SGE) Cyber Security Institute

The Cyber Security Institute, which was established to carry out studies to increase the national cyber security capacity, carries out research and development activities in the field of cyber security; carries out solutions-oriented projects for military institutions, public institutions and organizations and the private sector.

The main fields of activity of our institute, which has made a significant contribution to the creation of cyber security knowledge and tactical infrastructure in our country with many successful projects to date, are secure software development, penetration tests and vulnerability analysis.

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(IZE) Artificial Intelligence Institute

Artificial Intelligence Institute is the first institute established within the scope of TUBITAK centers and institutes, which cuts the sectors and research fields horizontally and focuses directly on the emerging technology field. For this reason, it constitutes an innovative model in terms of both the open innovation and co-development approach of the institute and its focus on emerging technology.

Artificial Intelligence Institute aims to develop core technologies in the field of artificial intelligence and bring these innovations from the forefront of science to the use of the industry as soon as possible. Focusing on the transformative potential of artificial intelligence, it will continue to play its part in pioneering efforts to create and sustain artificial intelligence-based innovation, growth and productivity in Turkey. Working with industry and public institutions in Turkey, together with other organizations within the artificial intelligence ecosystem, spreading the use of artificial intelligence and increasing the workforce specialized in this field are among its primary goals.

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Intern

TÜBİTAK BİLGEM builds its basic strategy for the future on qualified knowledge and qualified people focused on national targets in the research, technology development and innovation ecosystem.

Starting from the understanding that "the most important resource of a country is generally people, specifically scientists," TÜBİTAK encourages and supports our youth from an early age. In this context, providing young minds with early exposure to technology production is crucial for the success of our National Technology Move. Accordingly, TÜBİTAK BİLGEM offers internship opportunities to undergraduate students from universities every year.

You can follow internship announcements and submit your applications through the Career Gateway at https://kariyerkapisi.cbiko.gov.tr.

You can access frequently asked questions about internships at TÜBİTAK BİLGEM from here. 

Application Conditions
  • Students enrolled in undergraduate (2nd year and above) and associate degree programs in departments offering education in universities and conducting insurance procedures through the higher education institution to which they are affiliated can benefit from the internship opportunity.
  • For undergraduate and associate degree students, a minimum Weighted Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.50 out of 4 is required. The GPA of candidates with a 100-point system is converted to a 4-point system based on the "Conversion Table of Grades from the 4-Point System to the 100-Point System" published by the Higher Education Council.
  • There is no requirement for a foreign language certificate during the internship application process.
  • Students enrolled in departments such as Forensic Computing Engineering, Computer Sciences, Computer Science and Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer and Informatics, Computer and Software Engineering, Information Systems Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Control Engineering, Control and Computer Engineering, Control and Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, or Software Engineering in universities can apply for internships.

Internship applications are accepted between December and January, and the internship period covers June, July, and August.

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Scholar

Scholar assignments are made for research and development activities for undergraduate, master's, doctoral students, and post-doctoral researchers. In our center, scholars are appointed for practical purposes in externally funded, TARAL, or European Union projects.

You can contact us via the email address bilgem.yetenekkazanimi@tubitak.gov.tr to apply to be a scholar.
Application Conditions

(1) The conditions for undergraduate scholars in externally funded projects conducted by the institution are specified below:

  •  Being a student continuing undergraduate education at higher education institutions established in Turkey (excluding foreign language preparatory students).
  • Having a weighted cumulative GPA for previous years, excluding preparatory years, based on the university's grading system, which satisfies the formula score and foreign language requirements in the recruitment criteria.
  • Completing at least the first semester of the first year of undergraduate education.
  • Having a GPA of "+3.00" and a University Placement Exam Ranking of "10,000 ≥" for undergraduate general average.
  • For foreign students placed in Turkish universities without taking the ÖSYM exam or for those who completed undergraduate education through exams such as Vertical Transfer Exam, the lowest university placement ranking of the department from the year the candidate started the undergraduate program is considered in the ranking formula.

(2) The conditions for master's degree scholars in externally funded projects conducted by the institution are specified below:

  • Being a student continuing master's degree education at higher education institutions established in Turkey (excluding special students and foreign language preparatory students).
  • Currently pursuing a master's degree in the project's field of responsibility.

(3) The conditions for doctoral students in externally funded projects conducted by the institution are specified below:

  • Being a student continuing doctoral education at higher education institutions established in Turkey (excluding special students and foreign language preparatory students).
  • Currently pursuing a doctorate in the project's field of responsibility or conducting a doctorate in areas determined within the framework of the YÖK-TÜBİTAK Doctoral Program Project Collaboration Protocol. (Students in medical specialization and artistic proficiency are accepted as doctoral students.)
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Candidate Researcher

Students in the 3rd and 4th years of relevant engineering departments at universities can apply to our Part-Time Candidate Researcher positions through our Job Application System at kariyer.tubitak.gov.tr. By doing so, they can gain work experience at TÜBİTAK BİLGEM during their university years.

This program does not have an end date. Candidate Researcher personnel working part-time during their university period can seamlessly transition to full-time employment as Researcher personnel at TÜBİTAK BİLGEM without interrupting their career journey after graduating from the undergraduate program.

Application Conditions

Conditions for the Candidate Researcher Program:

  • Being a 3rd or 4th-year student in the relevant departments specified in the announcements at universities.
  • Foreign language proficiency: Achieving appropriate scores in the exam types specified in the announcement or studying in a program that is 100% in English for undergraduate education.
  • Satisfying the formula score:

Weighted Graduation Average + (10,000/University Placement Exam Ranking) + Additional Score* >= 3.20

*Candidates who have achieved rankings and awards in national and international competitions will receive an additional score of 0.3.

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Researcher

By joining TÜBİTAK BİLGEM as a Researcher, you can contribute to developments in the fields of information technology, information security, and advanced electronics. You'll have the opportunity to make your mark on innovations, closely follow advancements, enhance your skills, and shape your future by advancing in your career.

You can apply to our currently open positions through the TÜBİTAK Job Application System .

Application Conditions

Conditions for Job Application:

  • Foreign language proficiency: Attaining appropriate scores in the exam types specified in the announcement or studying in a program that is 100% in English for undergraduate education.
  • Fulfilling specific requirements stated in the announcement (such as undergraduate department, years of experience, expertise, etc.).
  • Satisfying the formula score:

For Candidates with Less than 3 Years of Experience:

Weighted Graduation Average + (10,000 / University Placement Exam Ranking) + Additional Score* >= 3.20

 

For Candidates with 3 Years and More of Experience:

Weighted Graduation Average + (10,000 / University Placement Exam Ranking) + 5*[1 / (1 + e^(5 - years of experience) ) ] + Additional Score* >= 3.20


*Candidates who have achieved rankings and awards in national and international competitions will receive an additional score of 0.3.

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MILSEC 4 - Secure IP Terminal

SAFE IP TERMINAL

While the MİLSEC-4 terminal offers an up-to-date solution for next-generation secure communication (voice, data and video) in IP networks, it provides an uninterrupted communication service by maintaining the compatibility of secure voice communication in PSTN networks with PSTN secure phones in use.
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Configuration, surveillance and software update processes of MILSEC-4 terminals are carried out securely remotely using the Security Management Center (GYM). MİLSEC-4 terminal is capable of IP Network Key Loading (IPAAY) through secure communication with GYM without the need for an additional device.

MİLSEC-4 terminals are interoperable with MİLSEC-1A and MİLSEC-2 phones and offer the opportunity to replace MİLSEC-1A and MİLSEC-2 phones without interruption in the gradual transformation of PSTN networks to next generation IP networks.

FEATURES

  • End-to-end secure voice communication in PSTN networks
  • End-to-end secure voice, image and data transmission in IP networks
  • NATO SCIP compliance on IP networks
  • Compatibility with commercial SIP products
  • Interoperability with MILSEC1A and MILSEC2 secure phones
  • National and AES crypto algorithms
  • Remote software update
  • Easy operation with touch screen

It is subject to the sales license to be given by the Ministry of National Defense.