Brightstar Capital Partners, a private equity firm, completed the investment in Engineering Research and Consulting, a provider of mission critical engineering and consulting services to the US Department of Defense, NASA and other high-tech governmental entities. Financial terms were not disclosed. "We are impressed with ERC's capabilities and culture and see enormous potential for growth in the dynamic and fragmented government services and technology industry. Through accelerated investment in operational capabilities, as well as a focus on strategic acquisitions, we are confident that Ernie and the talented team at ERC will continue to provide best-in-class capabilities and services," Michael Singer, Brightstar Managing Director.