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CROW CALL TO ARMS – EVERY VOTE COUNTS

Fellow Crows,

Each of us is like an element in an array. We can be passive or we can be active. Voting is active. The more active elements, the greater the potential gain from the array. When we bring together all of the active elements of our AOC array the gain produces a very powerful signal. That high gain signal can be modulated to impact the entire Electromagnetic Warfare community. And it all starts with a single element – your vote. It is your responsibility to vote for those individuals and changes you deem appropriate to carry your organization forward.  As a member of the Association of Old Crows, voting is both a privilege and a responsibility. Take advantage of the privilege and exercise your responsibility. Elections are currently open and will remain so until August 22.

You can see the candidate slate and motions online and in the July JED. To help you better understand the proposed constitutional change, the Board of Directors has issued the following message:

Your Constitution and Bylaw Vote of Approval is Vital to our AOC Future – Please Vote Now

AOC Members: It has been said we should never lose our faculty to dare, particularly in challenging times. We (i.e., YOU) have this opportunity now. After months of intensive discussion and review, the Association of Old Crows Board has enthusiastically approved the referendum to modify our legacy AOC Constitution and Bylaws to accommodate the growing sharing of the Electromagnetic environment between EW, Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations, Information Operations and certain Elements of Cyber Operations. 

The process to change our AOC Constitution and Bylaws has to not only be approved by the AOC Board but also by a majority of the votes cast by the Membership. This is your opportunity to cast your vote to approve this historic change to our mission, aim and purposes. The goal is to expand our mission and increase our relevance to the dynamic technologies impacting the Electromagnetic Spectrum.

This change in our Constitution and Bylaws also better aligns us with our NATO and Coalition partners who have already adopted the realities of Cyber operations into the Electromagnetic Spectrum. As General Clapper (Director of National Intelligence) emphasized during last year's AOC International Convention, nothing has impacted modern warfare operations greater than cyber operations. The fact that so much of our heritage EW mission complements, supports and aligns with Cyber ISR and Cyber Attack Operations, the synergy of EW and Cyber will enable future game changing breakthroughs and accelerate deployment of significantly mature EW/Cyber related technologies. The Defense Science Board is finishing up its 2013 Summer Study on Evaluating 21st Century Military Operations in a Complex Electromagnetic Environment. They are primarily focused on how Cyber and EW technologies can be quickly harvested to retain our unquestioned asymmetric advantage in the electromagnetic spectrum. Your vote "For" the change in our AOC mission, aims and purpose is a critical step in preserving our legacy and ensuring our future. Thank you!

VOTE NOW


 




 


NEW DATE: AOC Virtual Series – AOC Advocacy Training, Part 2
July 16, 2014 | 2 p.m-2:45 p.m. EDT (1800-1845 GMT)

This webinar builds on the themes from the May 14, 2014 advocacy training. It will take the topics and methods discussed into more detail for those who would like to aggressively focus on EW advocacy in their home districts and on Capitol Hill. The May 14 training session is a recommended (not required) prerequisite.

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FREE WEBINAR: Unlocking the Mysteries of Radar
Tuesday, July 22, 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. EDT (2000-2100 GMT)

RAdio Detection And Ranging (RADAR) has become such a ubiquitous part of today’s society, both commercially and in defense, that the acronym "RADAR" has largely been replaced with the word "radar." In spite of its pervasive use, many people don’t understand the basics of this critical technology.

This interactive journey, from the humble electron all the way up to the self-driving car, explores sound and light, size, wavelength and frequency. Attendees will get an overview of the history and evolution of radar. From the origins of radar prior to WWII, through Pulse Doppler radars, Continuous Wave radars, Monopulse radars, and to modern Active Electronically Scanned Arrays (AESA), the attendee will understand the fundamentals of how radars work.

The 30-minute presentation will be followed by a 10-15 minute Q&A period where you can bring your questions to the presenter. This webinar, aimed at everyone from layperson to expert, carefully builds in easily understood concepts, combining them in a way that reveals radar as one of technology's greatest achievements.

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NEW AOC VIRTUAL SERIES: Developing Cost Effective Simulation Solutions for Electronic Warfare Systems

August 7, 2014 | 2:00-3:00 p.m. EDT (1800-1900 GMT)

There are many aspects and steps involved in the evaluation of electronic warfare (EW) systems. In addition to the creation of signals that accurately represent multiple threat and non-threat emitters, there are several issues to consider when constructing a complete simulation solution. These include up and down conversion, playback of long duration scenarios and multiple channel capability among many other different elements. And once we have the pieces of the solution in place we face the challenges of system alignment and calibration as well as development of specialized generation and analysis capabilities. This webinar discusses the elements and construction of an effective EW solution that will not exhaust an entire equipment budget. It will demonstrate the utility of such a solution for testing the various types of EW receivers. Additionally, it will explore the technical considerations of emitter simulation and the different use cases and equipment employed to fully characterize system performance and alternatives to the various issues that will be encountered, along with their advantages and disadvantages.

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REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN: 51st Annual AOC International Symposium and Convention
October 6-9, 2014 | Washington, D.C.

For 50 consecutive years, the AOC International Symposium and Convention has been the leading annual event for EW, IO and Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations professionals from around the world. This legacy is self-evident as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the AOC.

The theme for this year's event is "Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations in Contested and Permissive Environments." The strength, passion and vision of the Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) Warfare community is strong today, and swiftly propelling the AOC into its next 50 years.

Register Today!


 
AOC HOTLINE: Contact the Audit & Inspection Committee About Waste, Abuse or Mismanagement
If you know of fraud, waste, abuse or mismanagement in the Association of Old Crows' (AOC) programs and operations, report it to the Audit & Inspection Committee via the AOC Hotline. This includes alleged/suspected wrongdoing by AOC employees, Board of Directors, Chapters, contractors, grantees and others involved in the AOC's programs and operations. The Audit & Inspection Committee is committed to addressing your concerns.

AOC HOTLINE: (571) 249-4658



 

EDUCATION YOU NEED: Don't Miss July's Live Online Course


July 29
LIVE ONLINE WEBCAST: Introduction to Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)
Instructor: Dr. Pat Ford
Online Webcast
Details

October 4
PRI Analysis and Deinterleaving Course
Instructor: Dr. Richard Wiley
Marriott Wardman Park, Washington, D.C.
Details

October 5
Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) Radar and What to Do About It
Instructor: Dr. Richard Wiley
Marriott Wardman Park, Washington, D.C.
Details

October 5-6
Survey of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS): Design, Operations, Capabilities, and EW Potential
Instructor: Dr. Pat Ford
Marriott Wardman Park, Washington, D.C.
Details

October 5-6 & 10-11
Electronic Warfare Overview & Update – 2-Part Course
Instructor: Dave Adamy
Marriott Wardman Park, Washington, D.C.
Details

October 10-11
Survey of Electromagnetic Battle Management (EMBM) Concepts
Instructor: Robert Samuels
Marriott Wardman Park, Washington, D.C.
Details

November 18-21
ELINT and Modern Signals Course
Instructor: Dr. Richard Wiley
AOC Headquarters, Alexandria, VA
Details


 


REGISTER NOW: Modern Threats: Surface-to-Air Missile Systems Conference
September 3-5, 2014 | MSIC Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL

CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES
Provide the latest findings from ongoing, all-source analysis of high interest threat air defense systems to include:
    - Threat System Capabilities and Vulnerabilities
    - Status of New Development Programs
    - Current and Projected Proliferation

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Attendance at this conference is appropriate for those involved in the design, development, testing, evaluation and employment of electronic warfare systems, techniques and tactics for protection of U.S. and allied aircraft.

All attendees must be registered and cleared U.S. SECRET in order to attend the first two days.
All attendees must be registered and cleared for U.S. TS/SCI in order to participate on the third day.

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REGISTER NOW: 3rd Annual Information Operations in the Pacific Conference
October 21-23, 2014 | Honolulu, HI

The purpose of this symposium is to examine humanitarian assistance/disaster relief operations in the Pacific Region and the role of multinational information operations. The symposium will provide a venue for increased awareness of Asia-Pacific issues and an opportunity for networking, a multinational exchange of ideas and partnership building within the region.

USARPAC is committed to supporting the conference.

Additional guidance is provided to assist in travel justification via Memorandum from the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition Technology and Logistics, Mr. Frank Kendall on participation in technical and industry conferences. Click here to download.

CALL FOR PAPERS

The AOC is soliciting original unclassified English language papers for the Hawaii conference from international leaders, military personnel, subject matter experts and leading thinkers from the military, academia, and industry. Please contact the conference director, John Clifford (clifford@crows.org) if you are interested in speaking or want more information and provide the title of the proposed paper, a brief synopsis and information on the speaker. Company or product briefs will not be accepted. The deadline for submitting is Friday, August 15, 2014, but the earlier the better.

Classification: Unclassified

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REGISTRATION NOW OPEN: 6th Annual EW Capability Gaps & Enabling Technologies Operational & Technical Information Exchange
November 18-21, 2014  |  Crane, IN

The overall goal of the event is to provide a forum for EW professionals from the military, government, industry and academic fields to discuss issues related to the requirements of EW programs, platforms and operations. This capstone event will focus on the identified gaps and technologies the services require to ensure EW maintains freedom of maneuver through the Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) in support of achieving commanders' objectives. Speakers and presenters will look back at the previous few years and identify progress made to ensure the success of the warfighter in tomorrow's battlespace.

All sessions will be held at the Crane Lakeview Event Center at the U.S. SECRET and U.S. TS/SCI levels.

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AOC AUSTRALIA 2014: Convergence and Synergies, August 18-19
August 18-19, 2014 | Adelaide, South Australia

The Australian Chapter of the Association of Old Crows will hold its biennial Electronic Warfare, Information Operations and Cyber Convention on August 18-19, 2014. As Allied Forces shift focus from a decade-long counter-insurgency operation to emerging complex conflicts in the midst of resource constraints, please join us as we examine Electronic Warfare’s ever-increasing significance in the 21st century battlefield.

Conference Themes
The Evolving EM Threat Environment and Corresponding EW Technology Advances
Increased Coalition Operations and Dependence Upon Third-Country Partnerships
The Move from Federated EW Systems to Integrated, Network-Centric Solutions
Strategies for Increased Efficiencies and Effectiveness in EW Solutions
Changing Relationships and New Players (Cyber/IO/Comms/ISR/EA)
Emerging Cyber NCW and Software-Defined Radio Security and Protection Issues
Procurement Strategies to Meet Technology Refresh Rates
New Manned and Unmanned Maritime Patrol Capability


 
II Brazilian Navy EW Conference
August 19-21 | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

The Brazilian Navy will organize the II CGEM (II Braz Navy EW Conference) from August 19-21, 2014, at their premises in Mocangue Island, in the middle of Guanabara Bay, just beside the bridge and half way from Rio and the neighbor city of Niteroi. 

The conference theme this year will be COMINT in ISTAR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Tactical Acquisition and Reconnaissance) activities. The event is free of charge. Last year’s conference was supported by some of the world’s top-level companies. There is still possibility to book your participation and make contacts with the Brazilian Navy that is implementing several important programs concerning EW such as the SisGAAz (Sea Surveillance Systems for the Brazilian EEZ) and the new Corvettes and with local enterprises that can be used in joint ventures that are required by Brazilian MOD determination. 

Moreover, the election of the new president of the Wild Parrots Chapter may be held during that conference.

Any further information can be obtained with Cmrd. Mario Roberto de Souza Lima or with Lt. Eclenice at these emails:

 
Marine Tactical Electronic Warfare Training Squadron 1 welcomed a new sergeant major to Marine Corps Air station Cherry Point, N.C., July 2. Sgt. Maj. Charles F. Wright Jr. relinquished his post at VMAQT-1 to Sgt. Maj. Jay D. Williamson during a relief and appointment ceremony here. (Marines.mil)
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Marine Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron 2 celebrated its 39th anniversary during a semiformal ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point July 1. Marines from the squadron gathered to reflect on the history of the Marine Corps' oldest Marine tactical electronic warfare squadron, marking the occasion with a cake-cutting ceremony and a barbecue. (DVIDs)
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As the sun set over waters south of China, the commander of the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed air wing was on approach to Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) about to join a club of distinguished and experienced naval aviators who have achieved the career milestone of 1,000 arrested landings, or "traps." (DVIDs)
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When you think of Kauai perhaps you envision lush tropical foliage, hiking in Waimea Canyon or kayaking the Wailua River. What you probably don't think of are Advanced Hypersonic Weapons, Ballistic Missile Defense testing, Predator drones, low-earth orbit intercepts and sophisticated tracking systems that monitor activities around the globe. (Truth-Out.org)
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