Presented by NDIA, including the Emerging Technologies Institute, and in association with the Hudson Institute's Center for Defense Concepts and Technology, this symposium seeks to delve into new opportunities and technical enablers of Joint Integration. The event aims to shed light on the advanced technical solutions that are redefining how the different services and Department of Defense agencies connect battlefield sensors, shooters, and ne...

Modern warfare has grown to be synonymous with the deployment of asymmetric capabilities to offset technological advantages. In this constantly evolving environment, high-power microwave (HPM) weapons will play a vital role. Potential utilization of HPMs to protect large areas could have substantial implications in the fight against drones and other unmanned systems which have proven to be a significant threat against naval vessels, bases, and...

The Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) is the world's largest modeling, simulation, and training conference. Held near the beginning of December in Orlando, Florida, USA, I/ITSEC consists of peer-reviewed paper presentations, tutorials, special events, professional workshops, a commercial exhibit hall, a serious games competition, and STEM events for teachers and secondary students. I/ITSEC is organiz...

Join NDIA and its Japanese counterparts, SJAC and JADI, for a return to the U.S. - Japan Defense Industry Dialogue (DID) Series. Held at NDIA Headquarters on Thursday, November 16 the Japanese DID will be focused on updates from respective governments on matters impacting bilateral defense industry cooperation. You will not want to miss out on the updates on Industry Base Policy, U.S.-Japan Defense Cooperation highlights, CMMC Information Secu...

NDIA Washington, D.C. Chapter Sr. Defense Leaders Forum Luncheon With Lt. Gen. Kosinski Director for Logistics, J4 United States Air Force Date: Thursday, November 16, 2023 | 11:15 am - 1:15 pm Location: ARMY NAVY COUNTRY CLUB, Ballroom, 1700 Army Navy Drive, Arlington, Virginia Agenda 11:15 am Registration begins 12:00 Noon Event Begins with Presentation of the Colors and Invocation followed by lunch 12:25 pm General Kosinski introduced and g...

Join industry experts from aerospace, government, and defense as they discuss the complexities of 3D Heterogeneous Integration (3DHI), highlighting some of the technological, manufacturing, and economic complexities as well as security, reliability, and safety challenges. The panelists will also share their insights on overcoming compatibility and regulatory compliance hurdles. Whether you are an engineer, manager or a policymaker looking to d...

While high energy lasers (HELs) have intrigued the public, policymakers, and military leaders for decades, these weapon systems have often struggled to make it past the testing stage of development. A notable example, the Air Force’s Air Borne Laser (ABL), was capable of megawatt power and had successfully shot down several ballistic missiles, yet struggled to achieve desired range, beam quality, and cost effectiveness, and was subsequen...

Cordially invites you to attend their Swing for Freedom Golf Invitational benefitting the USO Capital District Date: Friday, November 3 Golf Club: The Golf Club at Lansdowne, Leesburg, VA Schedule 8:30-9:45 a.m. Registration Check-in, Breakfast and Driving Range Open Online Auction - closes at 3 p.m. Raffle - purchase tickets 10:00 a.m. Shotgun start 3:00 p.m. Awards Lunch - Winners announced for Golf - Closest to the Pin, Straightest Drive, H...

*Please note: This event is closed to the press as it is classified SECRET//NOFORN. The 2023 Aircraft Survivability Symposium is a SECRET//NOFORN event; attendees must hold at least a Secret clearance and be U.S. citizens. Please review the security clearance and gate access information page when available and submit your clearance information via DISS according to the instructions.

The 2023 Expeditionary Warfare Seminar offers the year’s premier opportunity to learn and discuss challenging expeditionary warfare and force protection issues in the distant littoral regions of the world that affect the strength and response of our national defense and armed services. As the DoD shifts its strategic focus to the Indo-Pacific region, a fresh look at technical solutions is required to solve operational gaps to counter a n...