National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA)

Please join NDIA New England for our 9th annual Cyber event! This day-long program, our Chapter’s signature event is dedicated to fostering dialogue on cybersecurity and compliance concerns impacting our members in the Defense Industrial Base. We are preparing an exciting agenda with the theme of “Implementing and Operationalizing CMMC“. With CMMC now fully in effect, organizations are seeking practical strategies for certification and operationalization. This year’s agenda brings together leading experts to address the technical, operational, and financial aspects of CMMC. Last year’s event drew over 300 attendees and sponsors, and we’re keeping it in-person only to maximize networking opportunities. We hope you can join us!

Capture and business development in government contracting are changing faster than most teams realize.

AI is no longer just a tool for drafting content—it’s reshaping how GovCon teams find opportunities, evaluate fit, identify teaming partners, and build capture strategies that actually increase probability of win. Capabilities that were impossible just a few years ago—semantic opportunity discovery, instant RFP triage, and data-driven teaming alignment—are quickly becoming competitive advantages.

In this candid panel discussion, experienced capture and business development leaders will explore how AI is changing the front end of the GovCon lifecycle. The conversation will focus on practical workflows, decision-making shifts, and lessons learned from real-world use—without sales pitches or product demos.

Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of what’s now possible, how leading teams are adapting, and what capture and BD leaders should be rethinking today to stay competitive tomorrow.

Please be advised that the Multi-Systems Aircraft Combat Survivability Workshop, originally scheduled for May 5-6, has been postponed. We are currently working to confirm next steps and will provide further information at a later date.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We appreciate your patience and look forward to sharing more information soon.

The goal of the DAFMSA Summit is to gather Air Force and Space Force modeling, simulation, and analytics (MS&A) experts to learn about new MS&A initiatives and techniques, network across military services and with industry experts, and to hear our technological leaders’ perspectives on how MS&A can transition more training from the real world to digital. The 2026 Summit will provide a forum for shared information, ideas, and connection of MS&A professionals across the DoW, industry, academia, and international partners. The three-day summit agenda includes:

• Eminent Keynote Speakers from Military, Government, and Industry Leaders
• Distinguished Panel Discussions and Q&A sessions
• Track Session Presentation Focus Areas
• VIP Tour for Distinguished Visitors
• MS&A Industry Exhibition Hall
• Classified MS&A Briefing Sessions

On May 6 - 7 the NDIA Manufacturing Division is hosting an in-person event at Station DC, 1323 4th St NE Suite 200, Washington, DC 20002. The Manufacturing Division continues to focus on establishing NDIA as a trusted resource targeted at addressing challenges of the DoD and the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) related to:

• Supply Chain Resiliency
• Workforce Development
• Advanced Manufacturing
• Research and Engineering
• Future Technology

Join us this May for an exclusive opportunity to connect industry and government leaders on the most pressing issues facing the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). The conference will feature high-level briefings, dynamic panels, and interactive fireside chats with senior leaders from key DoD agencies shaping the future of defense manufacturing. Attendees will gain valuable insights, exchange ideas, and build stronger relationships with DoD representatives, manufacturing institutes, industry partners, and academia.

This event is closed to Press.

INVITE ONLY

The Office of Industrial Planning and Analysis (IPA), supporting DASW Industrial Base Resilience (IBR) under OASW Industrial Base Policy, will host a workshop to discuss industrial perspectives on how to prepare the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) for mobilizations and the narrative to communicate the importance of such activities.  This is the third workshop in the series and the narrative outputs from workshops with DOW and Interagency stakeholders will serve as the basis for this conversation.  The outcome will be a final set of narrative themes that will be used by OASW(IBP) and other stakeholders to align messaging on industrial base mobilization challenges and opportunities.

Welcome to the 2026 Support Equipment & Vehicle Modernization Summit.

As we stand at the forefront of an era defined by great power competition, this summit embodies our collective resolve to ensure that our armed forces remain unmatched in their power projection capabilities. It is here, at the nexus of technology and strategy, that we unite – military personnel, engineers, scientists, and industry leaders – to propel forward the modernization and innovation essential for maintaining global peace and security.

The 2026 Summit is especially pivotal as we support the “Great Power Competition Enabling Power Projection.” Our discussions and collaborations will be critical in navigating the complexities of contemporary geopolitical dynamics. They will highlight the innovative strategies and groundbreaking technologies that are fundamental to enhancing our operational readiness and strategic deterrence.

We are gathering to not just exchange ideas but to forge a future where our defense mechanisms are so advanced that they deter conflict and ensure stability in an unpredictable world. The path we chart together will define our ability to uphold peace, to protect our interests, and to support our allies and partners in the face of emerging threats.

Let this summit serve as a beacon of progress, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation in every facet of defense modernization. May our discussions inspire action and our collaborations yield solutions that fortify our nation’s defense, enabling us to project power with precision and purpose on the global stage.

Thank you for your dedication to this critical cause, your invaluable service, and your active participation. Together, we are shaping the future of our defense forces, ensuring they are prepared to meet the challenges of great power competition with unwavering strength and innovation.

ATTEND
Connect. Learn. Lead the future of defense innovation. Experience three days of mission-focused collaboration, breakthrough technology, and access to decision-makers driving modernization and readiness.

EXHIBIT
Showcase your innovations directly to acquisition leaders, program offices, and industry primes. From AI and autonomy to ground systems and manufacturing, MDEX 2026 is where solutions meet opportunity.

SPONSOR
Amplify Your Impact and Reach the Right Audience. Sponsorship opportunities at MDEX allow your brand to stand out among defense industry leaders and decision-makers.

The NDIA Spring Board of Directors Meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 12 at The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City in Arlington, VA. We look forward to bringing our Board together for an afternoon of collaboration, strategic discussion, and forward-looking planning in this premier setting.

The Board luncheon will take place prior to the meeting, providing an opportunity for members to connect and engage before the formal program begins. The meeting will run from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM and will be immediately followed by a reception, offering additional time for conversation and networking.

Join us for this opportunity to engage with the most senior technology leaders in the defense sector, share your expertise, and help shape the autonomous systems in defense applications.

We will focus on

• Autonomous systems technology landscape
• Defense Industrial Base collaboration
• Technical and operational challenges
• Security and interoperability considerations

Join the NDIA Logistics Management Division for our next meeting on May 14, 2026, from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm, and hear directly from our invited guests as they discuss the support needed from industry to move their work forward effectively. The session aims to foster practical dialogue and actionable insights that can drive meaningful progress.

This meeting is not open to press.

About NDIA's Logistics Management Division

Through NDIA’s Logistics Management Division, government and industry exchange views and information on all matters relating to logistics support for major Defense Department systems and materiel items. It provides the government with collective industry viewpoints, recommendations and advice on government logistics-support concepts, policies, plans, programs, requirements, technologies, problems, implementation or impact of pending legislation, regulations and procedures. The division conducts special studies, analyses and advisories, as requested, and encourages mutual understanding and effective working relationships between government and industry to ensure efficient and reliable logistics-support concepts and systems that meet government requirements at reasonable costs.

We’re excited to hear from senior leaders such as:

• Dr. Vic Ramdass, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy, OSD
• Taylor McQuain, Program Manager, Integrated Logistics Support, NASA
• Josh McCave, Senior Supply Chain Officer, United States Federal Government, Intelligence Community

The NTSA Simulation Gala, presented by the National Training and Simulation Association (NTSA), brings together the training and simulation community for a celebratory evening at Fort Leavenworth—the historic home of leadership, doctrine, and strategic thought. This event celebrates the people, teams, and partnerships advancing readiness through modeling, simulation, and training. From government and industry leaders to innovators and rising talent, the Gala honors those whose work ensures our forces are prepared to meet today’s complex operational challenges and tomorrow’s evolving threats.

The Gala reflects the strength of collaboration across service, sectors, and disciplines. Guests will enjoy an evening of recognition, connection, and reflection in a setting that blends Fort Leavenworth’s rich legacy with the forward momentum of modern training technologies, data-driven readiness, and workforce development.

Why Attend

• Celebrate excellence and leadership in training, modeling, and simulation
• Connect with peers across government, industry, and academia
• Honor innovation that directly impacts readiness and national security