Space Exploration Begins in Ohio, From the birthplace of aviation to research and learning opportunities for humans to travel and live in space, Ohio has the innovation ecosystem for space exploration.

Join us at the GEOINT 2024 Symposium, where we explore the unparalleled importance of geospatial intelligence. This year’s Symposium theme, GEOINT 2024: Essential in All Dimensions and Domains, delves into the diverse facets of geospatial intelligence, showcasing its essential role in providing decision advantage at the point and time of need in today’s rapidly evolving technological and geopolitical landscape. From space to the deep sea, from cyberspace to urban environments, we will examine how GEOINT is at the forefront of understanding and shaping our world.

Engage with industry experts, government officials, and thought leaders as we explore the cutting-edge technologies, emerging trends, and innovative applications that make GEOINT indispensable in today's rapidly evolving landscape. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge, forge meaningful connections, and be at the forefront of the GEOINT community's exciting advancements. Together, let's unlock the power of geospatial intelligence in all dimensions and domains. 

SOF Week is an annual conference for the international SOF community to learn, connect, and honor its members. The event is jointly sponsored by USSOCOM and the Global SOF Foundation. It is held in Tampa, Florida and is expected to draw over 15,000 attendees.

Key highlights of SOF Week 2024 include:

• An expanded exhibition hall, organized by USSOCOM PEO areas

• Extensive programming, to include senior keynote speakers, professional development seminars, industry engagements, business matchmaking, and non-profit interests.

• Live Capabilities Demonstration

• USSOCOM Annual Awards Ceremony and Dinner

• “SOF Week Campus” in downtown Tampa

The goal of the DAF M&S Summit is to gather Air Force and Space Force M&S experts to learn about new M&S initiatives and techniques, network across military services and with industry experts, and to hear our technological leaders’ perspectives on how M&S can transition more training from the real world to digital.

The exhibits will feature a variety of technologies and solutions to facilitate demonstrations and networking for industry and government. Exhibiting companies are encouraged to provide live demonstrations and hands-on training to show how your tools can be used to address the development of technologies to bring together for multi-domain analysis, test, training, processing, cloud, etc. Opportunities will be available to promote your demo/training in the program guide, event website, and on-site at the event.

The 3^rd Annual Hypersonic Innovation Conference is America's official  hypersonics event, featuring many Senior military leaders, acquisition authorities, & technical experts from across industry & academia. This “town-hall” style forum will offer attendees from military, government, industry, and academia a wide range of next-generation products and services that are enabling the U.S. military to design, test, manufacture, and scale hypersonic missiles in an era of Strategic Competition. Senior leaders at this event will address how the DoD is working to rapidly field innovative capabilities & strengthen the supply chains of strategic systems to keep pace with the evolving threat of hypersonic weapons.  

Hypersonic weapons, which are developed and engineered to fly faster than Mach 5, be highly maneuverable against enemy air defenses, and able to attack time-sensitive targets — are and continue to be a critical technology area for the Pentagon as U.S. military services try to match rapidly modernizing adversaries. Speakers from across the DoD will stress how building & defending against hypersonic weapons will be vital to preserving national security & ensuring Warfighters have the capabilities needed to win in the multi-domain battlespace.

The second annual Air Dominance Summit will build upon last year's successful event and bring together over 200 senior U.S. and international leaders from the fighter aircraft community – all tirelessly dedicated to securing air supremacy in an evolving and contested threat landscape.

Against the backdrop of rising tensions in the Pacific, Europe and the Middle East, and the pressing need to outpace adversaries, we will assess how the U.S. and her allies can prepare for the changing character of modern air warfare and bolster combat air capability. We will also explore how allies can continue to forge strong strategic ties to effectively execute successful multi-domain and joint force operations.

We will examine the direction of contemporary and future combat airpower delivery, drawing on 4th/5th and 6th generation fighter programs, including NGAD, FCAS and GCAP, and how the U.S. and her allies can continue to build and maintain air dominance for the future fight. The Air Dominance Summit will also provide crucial insight into how leaders across the services are accelerating change to transform the future fighting force through areas like .

Throughout the two conference days, thought leaders will look at how the US and allies can harness real time data, autonomy, AI/ML, manned unmanned teaming (MUM-T) and cloud computing to bolster lethality, survivability, and combat mass. We will also discuss vital innovations that different nations are leveraging to accelerate the decision-making cycle, expand the tactical sphere, close operational gaps, and enhance situational awareness.

Through the provision of a dynamic and rich environment which encourages networking, learning, and knowledge-sharing, the Institute for Defense and Government Advancement will provide a constructive forum which enables global relationships to be established and nurtured.

MODSIM will bring together M&S leaders focused on novel solutions and applications designed to innovate our future world. This unique, multi-disciplinary, and international conference and exposition features three presentation tracks, focusing on M&S communities of practice: Industry, Defense, and Training & Education. These main tracks include technologies, approaches, and solutions in numerous areas including, Engineering, Medical Simulation, Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Transportation, Manufacturing, Extended Reality, Gamification, and Visualizations.

Our nation’s military, first responders, educators, government, and world leaders must be prepared to proactively respond to ever-changing shifts in threats, opportunities, politics, and policies. This pace of change requires that we predict and prepare for a variety of future opportunities to thrive under any circumstance. The MODSIM World 2024 theme, “Breaking Beyond: Taking the Next Step” is focused on the members of the M&S community and those innovative technologies they are creating for today and tomorrow.

What does it mean to take the next step beyond? It means to challenge ourselves, to explore new possibilities, to create value, and to look over the horizon. It means to not settle for the status quo, but to strive for excellence and innovation. It means to not be afraid of failure, but to embrace it as a learning opportunity. It means to not be limited by our assumptions, but to question them and test them. It means to not be satisfied with what we know, but to seek new knowledge and insights. This is the spirit that drives the field of modeling and simulation.

MODSIM World features a robust agenda of papers and panels, as well as an exhibit floor featuring a variety of companies and organizations showcasing new advances in M&S.

This 3rd Annual interactive summit will comprehensively analyze global C-UAS threats and give attendees a cutting edge overview of Government and leading industry perspectives on advancing CUAS Capabilities. Gain critical insight on how not only the military, but how nationwide the prison systems, airports, stadiums, nuclear power plants and so many others are tackling the ever-evolving drone threat that we are facing.

DSI’s 4th Annual Assured Positioning, Navigation and Timing (APNT) Summit will bring together members of the Military Services, DoD, Federal Government, Industry and Academia in a town-hall style forum to discuss the latest developments of PNT systems and GPS alternatives. PNT is a critical enabler for all warfighting functions across all domains and ensures the central component of situational awareness to the Warfighter: accurate and trusted positioning.

The Military Division of the Institute of Navigation will host the 2024 Joint Navigation Conference (JNC 2024) for the Department of Defense and Department of Homeland Security.

The theme of this year’s conference will be: Robust, Resilient, Assured PNT for Warfighters and Homeland Defense.

JNC is the largest U.S. military Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) conference of the year with joint service and government participation. The event focuses on technical advances in PNT with emphasis on joint development, test and support of affordable PNT systems, logistics and integration. From an operational perspective the conference will focus on advances in battlefield applications of GPS; critical strengths and weaknesses of field navigation devices; warfighter PNT requirements and solutions; and navigation warfa

Discover the Future of Military Space: Join Us for a Transformative Experience

Are you eager to gain a profound understanding of the United States Space Force's (USSF) vision for the future of military space and the driving factors behind it?

The upcoming Future Military Space Technology USA conference offers you an invaluable opportunity to not only comprehend the USSF's goals but also actively contribute to shaping our collective future.

At this event, you will delve into the USSF's approach, gaining insights that will empower you to effectively work towards future goals. You will be presented with a unique opportunity to understand and actively participate in USSF’s pivot towards greater speed, agility and innovation in acquisition and deployment.

  Defense Strategies Institute is proud to host the 7^th Annual SmallSat & Space Access Summit. This comprehensive two-day event will bring together leaders across DoD, Federal Government, IC and industry to discuss the advancements in commercial and government small spacecraft and launch capabilities. This forum will also address current efforts toward building an agile and reliable space architecture that includes the proliferation of small satellite systems.

Join us at MILSATCOM 2024, where connections are made, insights are gained, and the future of military satellite communications is shaped.
Leading experts will share insights on vital topics, including COMSATCOM, Spectrum Management, International Strategies, and more.

Delve into the intricacies of SATCOM for Naval and Amphibious Applications and US Army Requirements.

Positioned as the perfect mid-year meeting place, MILSATCOM USA is your opportunity to forge meaningful connections efficiently with top-tier experts, all gathered in one place at one time.

Join us on June 11-12, 2024 at The Westin Hotel in Pasadena, California for the IDGA Advanced Manufacturing for Defense Summit, where in our 3rd iteration we explore the cutting-edge realm of additive manufacturing, a sector set to surpass a staggering value of USD $76.16 billion by 2030. This dynamic sector, thriving at the intersection of aerospace, space, and defense, is at the forefront of revolutionizing modern manufacturing practices.
 
This gathering, conducted in collaboration with ASTM International, will serve as a nexus of industry leaders, experts, and innovators, where collaborative discussions will unfold against the backdrop of recent investments by industry, as well as program initiatives funded by the current administration, adding a layer of timeliness and relevance to the discourse.

Held annually, TSIS provides industry an opportunity to network and interact with procurement officials for training and simulation products and services from the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, and Air Force. Industry looks for insight on near-term and long-term opportunities, to include Q&A sessions and panel discussions. Acquisition strategies, timing and funding levels are also provided during the briefs.

NSMMS and CRASTE, two space focused conferences, will co-locate events for the 12th year. These co-located Symposia continue their outstanding legacy in bringing together technologists, users, and decision makers from across the nation. Discussions involves key technology issues related to space, missile, hypersonic systems, and a variety of ground-breaking commercial space topics necessary for our Country's defense and research and development pursuits. What this means for you - you can attend two events with one registration fee, experience an expanded exhibit show and poster session, have more people to network and exchange ideas with, and have even more technical talks to participate in.

The 2024 forum will have a joint senior level Plenary Session, a variety of technical sessions covering ground-breaking research and technology, an exhibit show and technical poster session, a student grant program which promotes college-level participation in science and technology, a small business forum designed to forge connections between primes & SBIR agencies with small business, a work-share and job board program to promote workforce development, and multiple networking events.

The Digital Engineering for Defense Summit will bring together leaders from across the DoD, military services, industry, academia, and other relevant stakeholders to support the integration of digital engineering tool and technologies to modernize the engineering practice of defense systems and support a digital transformation across the DoD.

SAE Media Group is proud to announce the 4th Annual Military Robotics and Autonomous Systems USA Conference on July 8-9, 2024, in Arlington, VA.

With the growing advances in robotic capabilities and the increasing threat of near-peer adversary technology, the US DoD is continuing to invest heavily in land robotics of all sizes to increase Warfighter lethality and remove the soldier from dangerous situations.

As well as bringing together the US ground robotics community, the conference will gather in some of the most dynamic and innovative international militaries to provide their unique perspectives. No other event in the USA offers the same number of opportunities to meet, discuss and network with opposite numbers from allied nations.

We are excited to announce that once again in 2024, Air Force Research Lab’s (AFRL) Wright Dialogue with Industry (WDI) and Life Cycle Management Center's (LCMC) Life Cycle Industry Days (LCID) will take place within the same week (29 July - 2 August). Both events will be co-hosted by Dayton Defense and both events will be hosted at the Dayton Convention Center. LCID and WDI will remain standalone events; we are combining the events in one week as to gain efficiencies in the sharing of information, collaboration and discussion.
 WDI offers three days of in-depth unclassified and classified comprehensive presentations, panels, one-on-one technical sessions, and leadership meet-and-greet exchanges focused on the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Science and Technology.  Technical portfolios and contracting opportunities for each of Technical Directorates and supporting organizations will be presented by the Tech Directors and SMEs.   This is not an “Approved for Public Distribution” level event; topics will be discussed in detail at the Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Classified information levels.                                                  Historically, over 700 Government, Industry, and Academia attendees representing 36 states and every AFRL Directorate participate in WDI discussing unclassified and classified information.  This proven successful format will continue where two-way dialogue between attendees and presenters is fostered through focused technical, opportunity, and educational tracks and sessions.  View the draft agenda for details.                                                                            
 

For its second year Disruptive Technology for Defense Transformation will bring together experts from the defense and industry communities to explore the game-changing technologies shaping modern warfare and addressing gaps in U.S. critical technology areas.
In the midst of ongoing conflicts, the event will spotlight the crucial role of drones and other unmanned vehicles in today's warfare. Participants will gain insights into the evolving threats of cyber warfare, along with an examination of the growing needs and applications of sensors, satellites, and advanced data processing in defense.

Thought leaders will delve into a range of topics, including Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Machine Learning, Cyber, Data & Cloud, Sensors, Satellites, and more. The summit aims to provide valuable insights into the current key offices and collaborations propelling the U.S. Department of Defense's technology advancements.

Join us on August 6 & 7 in Austin, Texas for two days full of insights, innovation, and a closer look at the future of defense technology.

 The sixth annual IDGA Counter-UAS Summit provides a forum comprised of key decision-makers and senior military leaders for discussions on ways to collaboratively combat the threat of UAS to the United States military and civilians. At this year's event we will be returning to Arlington, Virgina at the Marriott Crystal Gateway hotel, August 27th and 28th, 2024. Across two days of learning and collaboration we will engage our audience with high level discussions surrounding kinetic and non-kinetic approaches for countering drones, including exploring case studies on specific incidents, insights into the latest innovative CUAS technologies, the impact of shifting legal authorities, and much more.  

This event is for anyone who wants to gain an advanced understanding of the evolving UAS threat and C-UAS technologies and work towards appropriate solutions for their own unique issues. Covering both the civilian and military threat, this event is for individuals who are looking to build vital connections and work collaboratively with the wide range of senior and experienced personnel attending from government administrations, the military, and the industry. This summit strives to be beneficial for solution providers, as well as attendees from the military and federal administrations alike.  

IDGA’s Counter-UAS Summit will provide you the unique opportunity to network, connect, and learn from the most influential thought leaders and practitioners, all tirelessly dedicated to mitigating this multi-domain challenge.

AFA's Air, Space & Cyber Conference provides first-class professional military development, facilitates sharing of emerging requirements and technologies, and helps fuel connections that advance the cause of air and space power.

Welcome to the 5th Annual Hypersonic Weapons Summit. Hypersonic weapons development in the US has seen significant growth over the past decade, and the US continues to keep pace with near-peer nations and rapidly develop significant capabilities. In recent years, the United States commitment to significant investment in hypersonic capabilities has continued, including notable programs such as Hypersonic Attack Cruise Missile (HACM), Army Long Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW), and Navy Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS). 

The recent Congressional budget allocations have shown a massive interest in pursuing the development and near-term deployment of hypersonic systems. With $4.7 billion being awarded to Hypersonics in FY2023 and further funds in FY 2024 echo a clear dedication to the future of active and future programs. Likewise, the US has begun testing counter hypersonic capabilities and has continued to explore options on how to best respond to potential use of hypersonic weapons by potential near-peer adversaries.

As major programs undergo successful tests, the path to hypersonic deployment seems closer than ever for the United States. However, there are many technological and operational decisions to be made before fielding operational weapons. Meeting the pace at which the services wants to test and field a hypersonic offensive capability will be a challenge, but doing so is critical to the National Defense Strategy of the United States Military. Our conference provides an opportunity for stakeholders from across the the DoD, academia and industry to get together for two days of networking, information sharing, thought leadership and problem solving to better achieve the goals of the US in hypersonics. There will be senior representatives from across the major programs run by the US Air Force, US Navy, US Army, DARPA and the Missile Defense Agency, among others. We will also host perspectives from Allied programs to provide a truly international perspective, allowing for a comprehensive update on the progress, challenges and developments in the Hypersonic space.  

The AOC International Symposium & Convention is the premier event for electronic warfare, electromagnetic spectrum operations, cyber-electromagnetic activities, and information operations professionals from around the world.