The primary purpose of our quarterly meetings is to engage in local dialogues about how we can increase the quality of STEM education; the quantity of STEM educated graduates that are eligible for employment in the Aerospace and Defense (A&D) industries; and the amount and effectiveness of engagement by A&D employers, working in partnership with others in their communities.Previous meetings have demonstrated the productiveness of bring...

The National Defense Industrial Association Cyber Division is hosting a half-day presentation in celebration of National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Speakers from government, innovative technologists, and the legal community will discuss the current state of the nations cyber security efforts and their impact on both the public and private sectors. Gain insights into the legislative initiatives and government agency efforts to institute ...

The U.S. and Finland enjoy a tradition of friendly association. The defense industries in both countries face similar challenges and both are looking for more arenas in which they can cooperate for mutual benefit. Both sides' defense industries have prospered from their past and ongoing business relationships. This one day industry and government bilateral conference is designed to focus on ways in which the two countries' defense and security...

Ever wondered how the Department of Defense (DOD) goes about buying something from start to finish? The How Washington Works® training course gives those who attend the understanding and insights into the processes that guide DOD actions and decisions for the future. The course is a fast-paced, one-day overview of the three principal decision-making support systems used by the DOD to provide an integrated approach to strategic planning, ca...

The NDIA is pleased to offer a workshop designed to identify ways in which Trusted Microelectronics can contribute to compliance with DoD Instruction 5200.44, Protection of Mission Critical Functions to Achieve Trusted Systems and Networks (TSN). The Trusted Suppliers Steering Group has organized the agenda for this half-day workshop to provoke an interactive exchange of ideas that can reduce defense systems vulnerabilities in the acquisition,...

The primary purpose of our quarterly meetings is to engage in local dialogues about how we can increase the quality of STEM education; the quantity of STEM educated graduates that are eligible for employment in the Aerospace and Defense (A&D) industries; and the amount and effectiveness of engagement by A&D employers, working in partnership with others in their communities. Previous meetings have demonstrated the productiveness of brin...

This Expo focuses on near term energy technologies that can enhance Warfighter capabilities, reduce the dependence on energy, and minimize the logistics burden associated with energy in the battlespace. Target Audience: The Joint Service Power Expo and Conference is an interactive forum dedicated to the challenges and solutions of all forms of portable and mobile power. This three-day exposition provides an audience of those responsible for th...

The Mastering Business Development® Workshop is an educational and professional development program which focuses on the thinking, process and discipline required for professional Business Development. This 2-day workshop fosters participants' understanding of the core competencies required for success in the Business Development role. Business Development is primarily a relationship development and intelligence gathering process. Particip...

Cyber challenges persist and propagate in spite of widespread concern in government and industry. The challenges are complex and multi-faceted, and several alternative approaches have emerged to address them. The Department of Defense has partnered with defense industry companies in the Cyber Security / Information Assurance (CS/IA) program. Members of the Defense Industrial Base have partnered in an industry to industry arrangement under the...

ThemeOne day networking opportunity for industry and government representatives. 7:30 AM–9:00 AMExecutive Breakfast (Business attire/Service dress uniform)Speaker: Lt Gen Ellen Pawlikowski, Commander SMC 9:30 AM-11:00 AMMaintaining America’s Space Advantage Panel Panel Topic: Maintaining America’s Space Advantage in an Increasingly Challenged EnvironmentModerator: Maj Gen USAF (Ret) H.J. “Mitch” Mitchell, VP Progr...