Operator XR
About
About Operator XR
Operator XR develops portable virtual-reality training systems for military and law-enforcement teams. Its OP-2 Interceptor simulates counter-drone engagements with configurable aerial threats, instructor controls and after-action review. The company develops software and integrated hardware in the United States and Australia and is part of xReality Group.
Deployments
- Operating use
2026-10-15 - The VR training platform is used by at least 120 agencies worldwide. This is a customer count across the training business. - Company-wide VR training customer agencies; not robots, headsets, sites or counter-drone-only deployments.
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Team
- Wayne Jones - Chief Executive Officer - Leads Operator XR and its parent xReality Group, including the expansion of tactical and counter-drone simulation training.
- Benjamin Smith - Chief Commercial Officer, xReality Group - Leads the parent group’s global commercial function, including Operator XR enterprise sales, international expansion, channel development and margin governance.
- Kim Hopwood - Chief Operating Officer, xReality Group - Oversees operations at the parent group as its tactical simulation business expands. Previously led product and technology for the training platform.
Timeline
Events
- 2026-10-07 - Commercial Order - Operator XR wins first Marine Corps order for OP-2 Interceptor
The package combines software licences, integrated training hardware and 12 months of support, with delivery scheduled for Q2 FY27. Instructors can configure FPV and reconnaissance drone threats, adjust attack routes and review engagement accuracy. The portable system operates offline and supports individual or multi-user exercises without a fixed training facility.
Source - 2026-08-03 - Deployment - Operator XR reports first European OP-2 deployment with Swedish Armed Forces
The company describes this as its first deployment with a NATO member’s armed forces. More than 100 customer agencies used the platform across the United States, Australia, Europe and Asia-Pacific.
Source - 2026-06-19 - Partnership - Operator XR signs non-binding training and simulation MOU with Thales Australia
Joint work may include tender responses, customer engagements and capability demonstrations. The MOU does not guarantee a binding project, contract or revenue.
Source - 2026-05-15 - Product Launch - Operator XR launches MR-1 after completing US defence prototype programme
MR-1 combines mixed-reality headsets, training weapons and offline software for scenarios in real locations. A separate US Department of Defense customer bought the first commercial MR-1 system before this launch.
Source - 2026-04-14 - Product Launch - Operator XR launches Interceptor counter-drone training at ITEC London
Configurable threats include armed FPV aircraft, reconnaissance drones and swarm formations. The system operates offline without backpack computers, tethering or external tracking.
Source - 2025-08-07 - Commercial Order - Operator XR wins AUD 4.3 million initial Texas DPS order
The initial package includes software, VR systems, implementation, onboarding and two years of support. Three further years of support are optional; delivery and payment were scheduled for Q2 FY26.
Source - 2025-04-03 - Partnership - Operator XR starts two-year training research collaboration with ALERRT
Research covers skill retention, decision-making and team communication in evolving scenarios. ALERRT receives access to training tools and hardware, with research feedback informing platform development.
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Relations
Relationships
- Thales Australia
Non Binding Joint Pursuit Framework - Non-binding training framework with Thales Australia; either party may lead. No contract or revenue is guaranteed.
- Promoteq i Sandviken AB
Training Distribution Partner - Distributed OP-2 training to a Swedish Armed Forces end-user.
- xReality Group
Parent Company - Wholly owned by xReality Group, with operating businesses in Australia and the United States.
- ALERRT Center, Texas State University
Partner - Two-year study of VR training, skill retention, stress and decision-making; tools access and research feedback.
Context
Shared workflows
- Rocket One
workflow adjacency - Defence Simulation Training
- Matrix Pro Sims
workflow adjacency - Defence Simulation Training
- Antioch
workflow adjacency - Defence Simulation Training
Context tags
- Defence simulation and training - Workflow - https://operatorxr.com/ — OP-2,MR-1 and Interceptor train people in immersive scenarios. Not a drone or interceptor manufacturer.
Commercial
- Operator XR wins first Marine Corps order for OP-2 Interceptor
2026-10-07 · Order / contract · The U.S. order is the first commercial sale of Operator XR’s virtual-reality counter-drone training system.
Source - Operator XR wins AUD 4.3 million initial Texas DPS order
2025-08-07 · Order / contract · The OP-2 contract has a potential value of AUD 5.71 million including optional support services.
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