eCrow Newsletter

CALL FOR PAPERS NOW OPEN! 49th Annual Collaborative EW Symposium, March 31 - April 2, Pt. Mugu, CA

December 4, 2019 -- Association News

Collaborative EW in support of Distributed Maritime Operations.

The 49th Annual Point Mugu Collaborative Electronic Warfare Symposium will provide a venue to disseminate current research in the fields of Collaborative Electronic Warfare, with an emphasis on EW in support of distribute maritime Operations. Prominent leaders, contributors, and representatives from the military, government, academia, and industry will come together to address current Electronic Warfare gaps to support distributed operations and emerging technologies required to address these gaps.

Registration opens December 16!

CALL FOR PAPERS

This call for presentations or demonstrations challenges presenters to explore collaborative EW through innovation and invention. Presentations or demonstrations from all Services, DoD, Industry, and Academia are requested to identify technical paths, options, and potential opportunities for EW collaboration with a support to Distributed operations focus. Submitted abstracts are specifically requested to address one or more of the symposium topics:

- Jointly interoperable EW technologies
- EW technology advancements impact on TTPs
- Speed to DMO Fleet

Abstracts for presentations are required in unclassified textual format. Send completed Abstract Form and your unclassified abstract to Mr. Brian Hill and Mr. Brian Ziegler at PT_MUGU_EW_SYMPO.FCT@navy.mil, and to Christine Armstrong at armstrong@crows.org NLT January 20.

Register Now! AOC EW Asia, February 4-5, Singapore

December 4, 2019 -- Association News

"Advancing Electromagnetic Operations in the Asia Pacific Region"
February 4-5, 2020, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

The 4th AOC EW Asia event will consider the future of EW and EM Operations in the changing light of current and emerging threats.

The conference will consist of plenary sessions focusing on operations, defence capability development, and industry inventiveness. AOC EW Asia 2020 will bring together the EW, SIGINT, C4ISR, Cyber EM Activities (CEMA) communities and more. Speakers will include leaders and operators from the military, government, and academia, S&T and international R&D communities and, crucially, industry. This is an unclassified, English-language, pan Asia-Pacific event providing unique networking opportunities, a specialist exhibition and a world-class conference.

AOC EW Asia Agenda Revealed!

The conference agenda for the 2020 edition of AOC Electronic Warfare Asia has been announced.

Keynote speakers include:
- AVM Peter Nicholson, Executive & Project Director (ED + PD), Institute for Regional Affairs, Australia
- Air Marshal Daljit Singh, Indian Air Force (Retd)
- Dr. Seng Hong, Senior Adviser, US Air Force Research Lab

Tackling the theme of Enabling Electromagnetic Operations in the Asia Pacific Region, the event looks set to attract in excess of 350 EW-focussed attendees. Browse the full agenda online here.

Register Now for Our Next Webinar: Electronic Warfare Modeling and Simulation, January 16

December 4, 2019 -- Association News

Electronic Warfare Modeling and Simulation

January 16, 14:00-15:00 EST

REGISTER HERE!

Modeling and Simulation is extremely useful to the field of Electronic Warfare. It includes computer modeling for engagement analysis, simulation for training and simulation for test and evaluation of systems, and subsystems. This webinar introduces all of these applications. After covering basic definitions, the webinar focuses on some important modeling and simulation principles:

- What level of fidelity is required in a model and in a simulator (for training and for test and evaluation)?
- How is simulation most effectively applied to the selection of approaches?
- How does simulation enhance the training of commanders, operators and maintainers?
- How is simulation most effectively applied to test and evaluation?
- How can signals be introduced into an EW system for the evaluation of systems and subsystems during the testing process?
- How are system components modeled?
- How are interactions between threats and EW systems represented mathematically?

INDUSTRY NEWS: Spain’s Indra Claims Lead in EU Electronic-Warfare Push for Future Aircraft

December 4, 2019 -- Industry News

Spanish military-electronics specialist Indra has claimed the lead in a program meant to equip future European military aircraft with new electronic-warfare capabilities, according to a company announcement. (Defense News)

INDUSTRY NEWS: NAVAIR picks payload contest winners for US Marine Corps' MUX

December 4, 2019 -- Industry News

The US Marine Corps’ MUX programme ultimately aims to develop a vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft which would be ship-based and serve as a platform for airborne early warning, electronic warfare, intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and data relay. (Flight Global)

INDUSTRY NEWS: How the F-35B Stealth Fighter Will Transform the Navy's Aircraft Carriers

December 4, 2019 -- Industry News

Carriers may be on the verge of a global comeback. China’s ambitious aircraft carrier program is already well documented—but Beijing’s northeastern neighbors are set to deploy three new aircraft carriers between them. The United Kingdom will soon have two carriers of its own, as will Italy. (The National Interest)

Sixth Electronic Warfare International Conference India (EWCI), February 17-20, Bangalore, India

December 4, 2019 -- Chapter News

EW: Collaborate for Success

February 17-20

National Science Seminar Complex (NSSC)
Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
Bangalore, India

The Sixth International Conference on Electronic Warfare (EWCI 2020) is being organised by the much Awarded India Chapter of Association of Old Crows (AOC), Bangalore, and has the active support of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Government of India, Ministry of Defence and the Defence Public Sector Unit (DPSU), Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Bangalore. The Conference is envisaged to be of great use for modern armed forces, military planners, developers, procurers, testers, trainers, and vendors of the latest EW technologies and systems. Past conferences in the series attracted large delegations from Indian Armed Services, DRDO, Defence PSUs, and national and international EW professionals. A large scale indoor exhibition will accompany the conference, displaying the latest EW products from international EW organisations.

CALL FOR PAPERS OPEN: 45th Annual Dixie Crow Technical Symposium

December 4, 2019 -- Chapter News

Maintaining Dominance in the Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) by Rapidly Fielding and Modifying Systems Using Open Standards and Innovation

March 22-25
Century of Flight Hangar Museum of Aviation
Robins AFB, Georgia

CALL FOR PAPERS:

We are soliciting topics in support of this year’s theme, “Maintaining Dominance in the
Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) by Rapidly Fielding and Modifying Systems Using Open
Standards and Innovation.” Papers to support this theme should relate to Electronic Warfare
(EW), Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR), or Avionics. Proposed topic abstracts
may be submitted for technical solutions (both software and hardware), acquisition strategies,
initiatives, new technologies, novel methods of integration for existing technologies,
techniques, simulation, methods, policy/doctrine, interoperability, open systems, modeling,
architectures, and best practices.

Submit unclassified abstracts to AFLCMC.WNY.AFTechProg@us.af.mil by 16 January 2020.
Abstract formatting guidelines available here.

Click here for more information on the EWA call for papers.

Registration coming soon! Click here for conference information.

Virtual Series Live Course: 21st Century Electronic Warfare, Systems, Technology, and Techniques

December 4, 2019 -- Calendar
February 3-21 (8 sessions), 13:00 - 17:00 EST (18:00 - 22:00 UTC)

Virtual Series Webinar: Electronic Warfare Modeling and Simulation

December 4, 2019 -- Calendar
January 16, 14:00 - 15:00 EST (19:00 - 20:00 UTC)

Virtual Series Webinar: Infrared Countermeasures: A Heated Topic

December 4, 2019 -- Calendar
January 30, 14:00 - 15:00 EST (19:00 - 20:00 UTC)

EW Releasability and Export Control Workshop

December 4, 2019 -- Calendar
February 24-25, Washington, DC

Sixth International Conference on Electronic Warfare - EWCI 2020

December 4, 2019 -- Calendar
February 17-20, Bangalore, India

Virtual Series Webinar: Electronic Warfare in the New Threat Environment

December 4, 2019 -- Calendar
February 13, 2020 14:00 -15:00 EST

Asia Defence Expo & Conference Series 2020 (ADECS)

December 4, 2019 -- Calendar
February 4-5, Singapore

Review the coverage of the 56th Annual AOC International Symposium & Convention

December 4, 2019 --

Access all of JED's coverage of the 56th Annual AOC International Symposium & Convention here! See what you missed, and review the highlights from each Show Daily.

Sunday, October 27 - Issue 1

Monday, October 28 - Issue 2

Tuesday, October 29 - Issue 3

Wednesday, October 30 - Issue 4

Monday, November 4 - Wrap-up Issue

Additional Media Coverage for the event can be found here!

View the Event Photos

Save the Date! EW Releasability and Export Control Workshop, February 24-25, Washington, DC

December 4, 2019 --

Outlining Approval Paths and Best Practices to Export EW Technology.

This forum provides a venue for stakeholders, thought-leaders and experts in Releasability, Export Control and Electronic Warfare to come together to focus on the USG processes required to acquire export approval via direct commercial sales (DCS) and foreign military sales (FMS) of EW technology. The first day will be classified SECRET / US Only and outline the specific technology release processes and best practices to enable positive export decisions for industry and the USG. The second day will be focused on our foreign allies and outline best practices and ways to leverage USG DCS and FMS modalities of sale to procure capabilities that fulfill EW operational requirements.

US Secret Only (Day 1) and Unclassified (Day 2)

Registration for this event opens mid-December!

CALL FOR PAPERS OPEN: EW Europe 2020, June 16-18, Liverpool, UK

December 4, 2019 --

Complex Electromagnetic Warfare and the Multi Domain Battle

The 25th AOC EW Europe event in Liverpool will bring together world-leading experts from the military, government, academia and industry. Delegates will progress their understanding of the issues, technology and capabilities that underpin their national Electronic Warfare abilities and allow them to enhance their capabilities both nationally and in international collaborative defence.

CALL FOR PAPERS

Are you interested in participating as a conference speaker at AOC EW Europe 2020? The AOC is soliciting original unclassified, English language papers from subject-matter experts and international thought-leaders from the government, military, academia and industry.

Session topics in support of the conference theme include:

- Operational updates and activities
- Global EW Threat Developments
- National perspectives on EW
- Cyber and Information Security
- Advances in Platform Protection
- Technological innovations and developments

Authors should submit high-quality abstracts of 200-400 words. Each abstract should include a proposed title, topic overview, and key lessons for the audience. Details of the nominated speaker will also be required. Product pitches will not be accepted. Subissions are due January 8, 2020. Presentations can be submitted here.

If you have any queries regarding conference paper submission, please contact Sue Robertson at events@crows.org.

INDUSTRY NEWS: Electronic Warfare Evolving Rapidly in the Hands of Irregular Forces

December 4, 2019 --

Electronic warfare is advancing rapidly and is increasingly being used by irregular forces, defence expert Helmoed Romer Heitman has cautioned, and urged governments and militaries to stay on top of this rapidly evolving sector. (Defence Web)

INDUSTRY NEWS: The 107th NATO Electronic Warfare Advisory Committee (NEWAC) Convenes in Brussels

December 4, 2019 --

On 25th to 27th November, the NATO Electronic Warfare Advisory Committee (NEWAC) convened its 107th Plenary meeting at the NATO Headquarters in Brussels. The meeting was presided over by Colonel Ziya Kabasakal, chairperson for the Committee. (NATO)

Find and Post Opportunities with the AOC Career Center!

December 4, 2019 -- Careers

The Association of Old Crows is pleased to provide its online Career Center - the premier resource to connect career opportunities with highly qualified EW, EMSO, CEMA, SIGINT, ELINT, & IO talent. You can access the AOC Career Center at https://careers.crows.org.

Featured Jobs:

- Principal Software Engineer (Sigint) – Sierra Nevada Corporation – Plano, TX; Folsom, CA; Beavercreek, OH; Centennial, CO, United States
- RF Engineer – DeDrone – Columbus, OH, United States
- Systems Engineer Principal Electronic Warfare – BAE Systems – Nashua, NH, United States

CALL FOR PAPERS NOW OPEN! 49th Annual Collaborative EW Symposium, March 31 - April 2, Pt. Mugu, CA

November 27, 2019 -- Association News

Collaborative EW in support of Distributed Maritime Operations.

Registration opens December 16!

CALL FOR PAPERS

- Jointly interoperable EW technologies
- EW technology advancements impact on TTPs
- Speed to DMO Fleet

Register Now! AOC EW Asia, February 4-5, Singapore

November 27, 2019 -- Association News

"Advancing Electromagnetic Operations in the Asia Pacific Region"
February 4-5, 2020, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

The 4th AOC EW Asia event will consider the future of EW and EM Operations in the changing light of current and emerging threats.

AOC EW Asia Agenda Revealed!

The conference agenda for the 2020 edition of AOC Electronic Warfare Asia has been announced.

Tackling the theme of Enabling Electromagnetic Operations in the Asia Pacific Region, the event looks set to attract in excess of 350 EW-focussed attendees. Browse the full agenda online here.

Register Now for Our Next Webinar: Electronic Warfare Modeling and Simulation, January 16

November 27, 2019 -- Association News

Electronic Warfare Modeling and Simulation

January 16, 14:00-15:00 EST

REGISTER HERE!

INDUSTRY NEWS: US Electronic Warfare: You’re Doing It Wrong

November 27, 2019 -- Industry News

Despite rising budgets and high-level attention to electronic warfare, the Pentagon’s “efforts have been unfocused and are likely to fail,” warns a congressionally mandated study out today. What the US needs, the Center for Strategic & Budgetary Assessments report says, is a radically new approach that can outfox Russia and China. (Breaking Defense)

INDUSTRY NEWS: Report Calls Out US Navy for Surveillance and Targeting Shortfalls

November 27, 2019 -- Industry News

The U.S. Navy lacks the necessary intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance assets to support a force plans to operate more spread out and fight at longer ranges, according to a new report by the conservative Hudson Institute think tank. (Defense News)

Sixth Electronic Warfare International Conference India (EWCI), February 17-20, Bangalore, India

November 27, 2019 -- Chapter News

EW: Collaborate for Success

February 17-20

National Science Seminar Complex (NSSC)
Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
Bangalore, India

CALL FOR PAPERS OPEN: 45th Annual Dixie Crow Technical Symposium

November 27, 2019 -- Chapter News

Maintaining Dominance in the Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) by Rapidly Fielding and Modifying Systems Using Open Standards and Innovation

March 22-25
Century of Flight Hangar Museum of Aviation
Robins AFB, Georgia

CALL FOR PAPERS:

Submit unclassified abstracts to AFLCMC.WNY.AFTechProg@us.af.mil by 16 January 2020.
Abstract formatting guidelines available here.

Click here for more information on the EWA call for papers.

Registration coming soon! Click here for conference information.

Virtual Series Live Course: 21st Century Electronic Warfare, Systems, Technology, and Techniques

November 27, 2019 -- Calendar
February 3-21 (8 sessions), 13:00 - 17:00 EST (18:00 - 22:00 UTC)

Virtual Series Webinar: Electronic Warfare Modeling and Simulation

November 27, 2019 -- Calendar
January 16, 14:00 - 15:00 EST (19:00 - 20:00 UTC)

Virtual Series Webinar: Infrared Countermeasures: A Heated Topic

November 27, 2019 -- Calendar
January 30, 14:00 - 15:00 EST (19:00 - 20:00 UTC)

EW Releasability and Export Control Workshop

November 27, 2019 -- Calendar
February 24-25, Washington, DC

Sixth International Conference on Electronic Warfare - EWCI 2020

November 27, 2019 -- Calendar
February 17-20, Bangalore, India

Virtual Series Webinar: Electronic Warfare in the New Threat Environment

November 27, 2019 -- Calendar
February 13, 2020 14:00 -15:00 EST

Asia Defence Expo & Conference Series 2020 (ADECS)

November 27, 2019 -- Calendar
February 4-5, Singapore

Review the coverage of the 56th Annual AOC International Symposium & Convention

November 27, 2019 --

Access all of JED's coverage of the 56th Annual AOC International Symposium & Convention here! See what you missed, and review the highlights from each Show Daily.

Sunday, October 27 - Issue 1

Monday, October 28 - Issue 2

Tuesday, October 29 - Issue 3

Wednesday, October 30 - Issue 4

Monday, November 4 - Wrap-up Issue

Additional Media Coverage for the event can be found here!

View the Event Photos

Save the Date! EW Releasability and Export Control Workshop, February 24-25, Washington, DC

November 27, 2019 --

Outlining Approval Paths and Best Practices to Export EW Technology.

US Secret Only (Day 1) and Unclassified (Day 2)

Registration for this event opens mid-December!

CALL FOR PAPERS OPEN: EW Europe 2020, June 16-18, Liverpool, UK

November 27, 2019 --

Complex Electromagnetic Warfare and the Multi Domain Battle

CALL FOR PAPERS

Session topics in support of the conference theme include:

If you have any queries regarding conference paper submission, please contact Sue Robertson at events@crows.org.

INDUSTRY NEWS: The New Era of High-Power Electromagnetic Weapons

November 27, 2019 --

Military researchers around the world have been studying electromagnetics as a weapon for decades. The most successful application has been in lasers, with the development of small high-power systems. Experts also have made advances in microwave weapons and non-nuclear electromagnetic pulses (EMPs). (Military & Aerospace Electronics)

INDUSTRY NEWS: The 16th Air Force Targets Capability Integration

November 27, 2019 --

Less than two months on the job, Lt. Gen. Timothy Haugh, USAF, commander of the 16th Air Force (Air Forces Cyber), is already shaping the structure of the service’s new information warfare Numbered Air Force (NAF). (Signal Magazine)

Find and Post Opportunities with the AOC Career Center!

November 27, 2019 -- Careers

Featured Jobs:

DON'T MISS TOMORROW'S WEBINAR! 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Protect, November 21, 1400-1500 EST

November 20, 2019 -- Association News

3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Protect

(Part III of a three-part series)

Thursday, November 21, 2019 14:00-15:00 EST (18:00-19:00 UTC)

This third session in the 3-part series covers the importance of Electronic Protect. Electronic Protection Electronic Protection (EP), sometimes called Electronic Counter-Countermeasures (ECCM), along with Electronic Attack (EA) and Electronic Support (ES) constitute the triad of major subgroups of Electronic Warfare. Radar EP techniques include (1) reduction of side lobe jamming through auxiliary antennas and processing; (2) reduce deceptive jamming through special processing circuits and modulations; and (3) reduce jamming using special operating modes.

If you're an AOC member, click here to view Part 1: Electronic Attack
You can also click here to check out Part 2: Electronic Support

INDUSTRY NEWS: Stealthy Lockheed F-35 Breaks Down Too Often, Pentagon Says

November 20, 2019 -- Industry News

The Pentagon’s chief weapons tester said the next-generation F-35 jet continues to fall short of full combat readiness targets and, despite some progress on reliability issues, all three versions of the fighter are breaking down “more often than planned.” (Bloomberg)

INDUSTRY NEWS: Airbus Announces a New Eurofighter Typhoon ECR/SEAD Variant

November 20, 2019 -- Industry News

Airbus announced a new Electronic Combat Reconnaissance (ECR)/Suppression of Enemy Air Defences (SEAD) version of the Eurofighter Typhoon. The new project was first showcased during the Airbus Trade Media Briefing (TMB) on November 5 and then on November 12 during the International Fighter Conference. (The Aviationist)

INDUSTRY NEWS: How a New Air Force Unit Could Help Beat Russian Air Defense Systems

November 20, 2019 -- Industry News

A new Air Force unit is expected to generate “unmatched” capabilities for commanders at “a speed and scale that we’ve never seen before,” Gen. David Goldfein, the service’s chief of staff, said recently. (C4ISRNET)

Sixth Electronic Warfare International Conference India (EWCI), February 17-20, Bangalore, India

November 20, 2019 -- Chapter News

EW: Collaborate for Success

February 17-20

National Science Seminar Complex (NSSC)
Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
Bangalore, India

Virtual Series Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Protect - Part 3

November 20, 2019 -- Calendar
November 21, 14:00 -15:00 EST

Virtual Series Live Course: 21st Century Electronic Warfare, Systems, Technology, and Techniques

November 20, 2019 -- Calendar
February 3-21 (8 sessions), 13:00 - 17:00 EST (18:00 - 22:00 UTC)

Virtual Series Webinar: Electronic Warfare Modeling and Simulation

November 20, 2019 -- Calendar
January 16, 14:00 - 15:00 EST (19:00 - 20:00 UTC)

Virtual Series Webinar: Infrared Countermeasures: A Heated Topic

November 20, 2019 -- Calendar
January 30, 14:00 - 15:00 EST (19:00 - 20:00 UTC)

EW Releasability and Export Control Workshop

November 20, 2019 -- Calendar
February 24-25, Washington, DC

Sixth International Conference on Electronic Warfare - EWCI 2020

November 20, 2019 -- Calendar
February 17-20, Bangalore, India

Virtual Series Webinar: Electronic Warfare in the New Threat Environment

November 20, 2019 -- Calendar
February 13, 2020 14:00 -15:00 EST

Asia Defence Expo & Conference Series 2020 (ADECS)

November 20, 2019 -- Calendar
February 4-5, Singapore

Register Now! AOC EW Asia, February 4-5, Singapore

November 20, 2019 --

"Advancing Electromagnetic Operations in the Asia Pacific Region"
February 4-5, 2020, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

The 4th AOC EW Asia event will consider the future of EW and EM Operations in the changing light of current and emerging threats.

AOC EW Asia Agenda Revealed!

The conference agenda for the 2020 edition of AOC Electronic Warfare Asia has been announced.

Tackling the theme of Enabling Electromagnetic Operations in the Asia Pacific Region, the event looks set to attract in excess of 350 EW-focussed attendees. Browse the full agenda online here.

Review the coverage of the 56th Annual AOC International Symposium & Convention

November 20, 2019 --

Access all of JED's coverage of the 56th Annual AOC International Symposium & Convention here! See what you missed, and review the highlights from each Show Daily.

Sunday, October 27 - Issue 1

Monday, October 28 - Issue 2

Tuesday, October 29 - Issue 3

Wednesday, October 30 - Issue 4

Monday, November 4 - Wrap-up Issue

Additional Media Coverage for the event can be found here!

View the Event Photos

Save the Date! EW Releasability and Export Control Workshop, February 24-25, Washington, DC

November 20, 2019 --

Outlining Approval Paths and Best Practices to Export EW Technology.

US Secret Only (Day 1) and Unclassified (Day 2)

Registration for this event opens December 3!

CALL FOR PAPERS NOW OPEN! 49th Annual Collaborative EW Symposium, March 31 - April 2, Pt. Mugu, CA

November 20, 2019 --

Collaborative EW in support of Distributed Maritime Operations.

Registration opens December 16!

CALL FOR PAPERS

- Jointly interoperable EW technologies
- EW technology advancements impact on TTPs
- Speed to DMO Fleet

CALL FOR PAPERS OPEN: EW Europe 2020, June 16-18, Liverpool, UK

November 20, 2019 --

Complex Electromagnetic Warfare and the Multi Domain Battle

CALL FOR PAPERS

Session topics in support of the conference theme include:

If you have any queries regarding conference paper submission, please contact Sue Robertson at events@crows.org.

INDUSTRY NEWS: The Pentagon Plan to Save the F-35’s Logistics System Hinges on Whether Lockheed Will Relinquish Data Control

November 20, 2019 --

The Pentagon and Lockheed Martin are at odds over how much data the military can have access to for its own jet, the F-35, and that’s creating renewed friction in the fight to fix longstanding issues with the automated logistics system vital to keeping it flying. (Defense News)

INDUSTRY NEWS: Air Force Takes Lasers, Microwave Weapons for a Spin at Army’s MFIX

November 20, 2019 --

A recent set of experiments with laser and microwave weapons in Oklahoma is shaping how the Air Force moves forward with its plan to protect bases from drones using directed energy. (Air Force Magazine)

Find and Post Opportunities with the AOC Career Center!

November 20, 2019 -- Careers

Featured Jobs:

- Northrop Grumman is Hiring for Multiple Engineering Positions – Northrop Grumman – Linthicum, MD; Cincinnati, Beavercreek, OH; Rolling Meadows, IL; Camarillo, Pt Mugu, China Lake, CA; Buffalo, Bethpage, NY, United States
- Senior Embedded/FPGA Engineer – General Technical Services – Adelphi, MD, United States
- Signal Processing – Leidos – Arlington, VA; Beavercreek, OH; San Diego, CA, United States

DON'T MISS PART 2 of Our 3-part Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Support, November 14, 1400-1500 EDT

November 14, 2019 -- Association News

3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Support

(Part II of a three-part series)

Thursday, November 14, 2019 14:00-15:00 EDT (18:00-19:00 UTC)

This second session in the 3-part series covers the importance of Electronic Support. The terms Electronic Support (ES) or Electronic Support Measures (ESM) describe the division of electronic warfare involving actions taken under direct control of an operational commander to detect, intercept, identify, locate, record, and/or analyze sources of radiated electromagnetic energy for the purposes of immediate threat recognition, cueing EA, situation assessment, or longer-term operational planning. Thus, Electronic Support provides a source of information required for decisions involving Electronic Attack (EA), threat avoidance, targeting, Electronic Protection (EP), and other tactical employment of forces. This Webinar will cover basic ES principles to include: ES System Components; Signal Processing; Direction Finding Techniques; GEO Location Techniques; Factors that impact ES; and ES Collection and Data Bases.

Be sure to register for Part 3, covering Electronic Protection (EP).

Review the coverage of the 56th Annual AOC International Symposium & Convention

November 14, 2019 -- Association News

Access all of JED's coverage of the 56th Annual AOC International Symposium & Convention here! See what you missed, and review the highlights from each Show Daily.

Sunday, October 27 - Issue 1

Monday, October 28 - Issue 2

Tuesday, October 29 - Issue 3

Wednesday, October 30 - Issue 4

Monday, November 4 - Wrap-up Issue

Additional Media Coverage for the event can be found here!

View the Event Photos

INDUSTRY NEWS: How a New Air Force Leader for Electronic Warfare Could Help

November 14, 2019 -- Industry News

Air Force leaders hope that by placing a general officer focused on electronic warfare on the planning staff at the Pentagon, they can improve the service’s strategy and force development in that area. (C4ISRNET)

INDUSTRY NEWS: Following Army, Air Force Tests ATHENA Laser That Can Destroy Multiple Drones

November 14, 2019 -- Industry News

The Air Force recently tested Lockheed Martin's Advanced Test High Energy Asset anti-drone laser as Pentagon interest in emerging counter-drone technologies continues to grow. (Military.com)

INDUSTRY NEWS: What Makes the Navy's Next Generation Jammer So Powerful?

November 14, 2019 -- Industry News

For years, officials have touted the Navy’s Next Generation Jammer as the joint force's premier standoff electronic attack platform, one at least 10 times more powerful than the legacy one. (C4ISRNET)

Sixth Electronic Warfare International Conference India (EWCI), February 17-20, Bangalore, India

November 14, 2019 -- Chapter News

EW: Collaborate for Success

February 17-20

National Science Seminar Complex (NSSC)
Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
Bangalore, India

Virtual Series Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Support - Part 2

November 14, 2019 -- Calendar
November 14, 14:00 - 15:00 EST (19:00 - 20:00 UTC)

Virtual Series Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Protect - Part 3

November 14, 2019 -- Calendar
November 21, 14:00 -15:00 EST

Virtual Series Webinar: Electronic Warfare Modeling and Simulation

November 14, 2019 -- Calendar
January 16, 14:00-15:00 EST

Virtual Series Webinar: Infrared Countermeasures: A Heated Topic

November 14, 2019 -- Calendar
January 30, 14:00-15:00 EST

Register Now! AOC EW Asia, February 4-5, Singapore

November 14, 2019 --

"Advancing Electromagnetic Operations in the Asia Pacific Region"
February 4-5, 2020, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

The 4th AOC EW Asia event will consider the future of EW and EM Operations in the changing light of current and emerging threats.

AOC EW Asia Agenda Revealed!

The conference agenda for the 2020 edition of AOC Electronic Warfare Asia has been announced.

Tackling the theme of Enabling Electromagnetic Operations in the Asia Pacific Region, the event looks set to attract in excess of 350 EW-focussed attendees. Browse the full agenda online here.

Save the Date! EW Releasability and Export Control Workshop, February 24-25, Washington, DC

November 14, 2019 --

Outlining Approval Paths and Best Practices to Export EW Technology.

US Secret Only (Day 1) and Unclassified (Day 2)

Registration for this event opens December 3!

CALL FOR PAPERS OPEN: EW Europe 2020, June 16-18, Liverpool, UK

November 14, 2019 --

Complex Electromagnetic Warfare and the Multi Domain Battle

CALL FOR PAPERS

Session topics in support of the conference theme include:

If you have any queries regarding conference paper submission, please contact Sue Robertson at events@crows.org.

SUBMIT PRESENTATIONS NOW! 49th Annual Collaborative EW Symposium, March 31 - April 2, Pt. Mugu, CA

November 14, 2019 --

Collaborative EW in support of Distributed Maritime Operations.

Registration opens December 16!

CALL FOR PAPERS

- Jointly interoperable EW technologies
- EW technology advancements impact on TTPs
- Speed to DMO Fleet

INDUSTRY NEWS: The Navy's Secretive And Revolutionary Program To Project False Fleets From Drone Swarms

November 14, 2019 --

The U.S. Navy has been quietly developing what could be one of the most important, transformative, and fascinating advances in naval combat, and warfare in general, in years. (The Drive)

INDUSTRY NEWS: Marines Narrow List of Capabilities for Large Unmanned Aerial System

November 14, 2019 --

The Marine Corps has narrowed the list of requirements for its proposed large unmanned aerial system (UAS) and is teaming with Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) on an unusual program to accelerate development of the technologies the UAS would need. (Sea Power Magazine)

Find and Post Opportunities with the AOC Career Center!

November 14, 2019 -- Careers

Featured Jobs:

- Northrop Grumman is Hiring for Multiple Engineering Positions – Northrop Grumman – Linthicum, MD; Cincinnati, Beavercreek, OH; Rolling Meadows, IL; Camarillo, Pt Mugu, China Lake, CA; Buffalo, Bethpage, NY, United States
- Senior Embedded/FPGA Engineer – General Technical Services – Adelphi, MD, United States
- Senior System Architect – TCI International – California, United States

Register for Our Next 3-Part Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Attack, November 7, 1400-1500 EDT

November 6, 2019 -- Association News

3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Attack

(Part I of a three-part series)

Thursday, November 7, 2019 14:00-15:00 EDT (18:00-19:00 UTC)

This first session in the 3-part series covers the importance of Electronic Attack. EA is the discipline of attacking an adversary’s access to the electromagnetic spectrum. Individual EA topics include:

- RADAR Electronic Attack (EA) vs. Communications Electronic Attack (EA)
- The Jamming System
- Polarization
- Jammer RF Spot Size
- Noise vs. False Targets
- Range

Be sure to register for Parts 2 and 3 covering Electronic Support (ES) and Electronic Protection (EP), respectively.

Review the coverage of the 56th Annual AOC International Symposium & Convention

November 6, 2019 -- Association News

Access all of JED's coverage of the 56th Annual AOC International Symposium & Convention here! See what you missed, and review the highlights from each Show Daily.

Sunday, October 27 - Issue 1

Monday, October 28 - Issue 2

Tuesday, October 29 - Issue 3

Wednesday, October 30 - Issue 4

Monday, November 4 - Wrap-up Issue

Additional Media Coverage for the event can be found here!

Register Now for Our Next Professional Development Course!

November 6, 2019 -- Association News

INDUSTRY NEWS: Pentagon Preparing First Electronic Warfare Report for Congress

November 6, 2019 -- Industry News

The Pentagon’s newly created cross functional team for electronic warfare is gearing up to submit its first report to Congress. Mandated by the 2019 National Defense Authorization Act, the task force must deliver a report to Congress every 180 days. (C4ISRNET)

INDUSTRY NEWS: Electronic Warfare: Better, But Still Not Good Enough

November 6, 2019 -- Industry News

AOC: Pentagon policymakers — prodded by Congress — are taking electronic warfare seriously again. But reforms at the top will take years to trickle down to tangible improvements for the troops. (Breaking Defense)

INDUSTRY NEWS: U.S. Army in Final Stages of Developing EW Software Tool for Battle Management

November 6, 2019 -- Industry News

The U.S. Army is in the final stages of developing a software tool, the Raytheon Electronic Warfare Planning and Management Tool (EWPMT), to give the operators of military hardware, including aircraft, situational awareness of the electromagnetic spectrum (EMS), according to a discussion of Electromagnetic Battle Management (EMBM) at the Association of Old Crows annual symposium in Washington, D.C. this week. (Avionics International)

EW Australia 2019 � Canberra Symposium, November 6

November 6, 2019 -- Chapter News

With a focus on “Electronic Warfare Battle Management and Manoeuvre in the Cyber and Electromagnetic Battlespace," the EW Australia 2019 Canberra Symposium is not to be missed!

November 6, 2019

QT Canberra
Canberra, ACT, Australia

View the symposium agenda here!

Click here to see the 2019 symposium speakers and to register!

Sixth Electronic Warfare International Conference India (EWCI), February 17-20, Bangalore, India

November 6, 2019 -- Chapter News

EW: Collaborate for Success

February 17-20

National Science Seminar Complex (NSSC)
Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
Bangalore, India

Virtual Series Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Attack - Part 1

November 6, 2019 -- Calendar
November 7, 14:00 - 15:00 EST (19:00 - 20:00 UTC)

Virtual Series Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Support - Part 2

November 6, 2019 -- Calendar
November 14, 14:00 - 15:00 EST (19:00 - 20:00 UTC)

Virtual Series Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Protect - Part 3

November 6, 2019 -- Calendar
November 21, 14:00 -15:00 EST

Virtual Series Webinar: Electronic Warfare Modeling and Simulation

November 6, 2019 -- Calendar
January 16, 14:00-15:00 EST

Virtual Series Webinar: Infrared Countermeasures: A Heated Topic

November 6, 2019 -- Calendar
January 30, 14:00-15:00 EST

Register Now! AOC EW Asia, February 4-5, Singapore

November 6, 2019 --

"Advancing Electromagnetic Operations in the Asia Pacific Region"
February 4-5, 2020, Singapore

The 4th AOC EW Asia event will consider the future of EW and EM Operations in the changing light of current and emerging threats.

Save the Date! EW Releasability and Export Control Workshop, February 24-25, Washington, DC

November 6, 2019 --

Outlining Approval Paths and Best Practices to Export EW Technology.

US Secret Only (Day 1) and Unclassified (Day 2)

Registration for this event opens December 3!

SUBMIT PRESENTATIONS NOW! 49th Annual Collaborative EW Symposium, March 31 - April 2, Pt. Mugu, CA

November 6, 2019 --

Collaborative EW in support of Distributed Maritime Operations.

Registration opens December 16!

CALL FOR PAPERS

- Jointly interoperable EW technologies
- EW technology advancements impact on TTPs
- Speed to DMO Fleet

Abstracts for presentations are required in unclassified textual format. Please forward abstracts to speaker coordinators Mr. Brian Hill and Mr. Brian Ziegler at armstrong@crows.org.

Submittal deadline: Monday, January 20, 2020

CALL FOR PAPERS OPEN: EW Europe 2020, June 16-18, Liverpool, UK

November 6, 2019 --

Complex Electromagnetic Warfare and the Multi Domain Battle

CALL FOR PAPERS

Session topics in support of the conference theme include:

If you have any queries regarding conference paper submission, please contact Sue Robertson at events@crows.org.

INDUSTRY NEWS: NATO Ships Test Next Generation of Electronic Warfare Defences

November 6, 2019 --

Thirteen NATO countries are taking part in simulated air and missile defence drills off the United Kingdom’s southern coast from Thursday (31 October 2019). The 6-day Naval Electro Magnetic Operations – or “NEMO” – trials will test how allied navies can defend themselves against anti-ship cruise and hypersonic missiles using state-of-the-art electronic defences. (NATO)

INDUSTRY NEWS: A Strategy for Electronic Warfare May Be More Important Than Money

November 6, 2019 --

Funding won’t help the military achieve dominance in electronic warfare unless the Department of Defense has the right strategy, a leading congressman on the topic said Oct. 30. (C4ISRNET)

INDUSTRY NEWS: Laying the Approach for Future Air Force Operations

November 6, 2019 --

On the battlefield of the future, warfighters will need to be extraordinarily interconnected to weapon systems in the air, sea, space, land and digital realms. To support operations across these multiple domains, warfighters will have to rely on advanced command and control capabilities and vigorously employ cyber defenses to its weapons and systems. (Signal Magazine)

Find and Post Opportunities with the AOC Career Center!

November 6, 2019 -- Careers

Featured Jobs:

- Northrop Grumman is Hiring for Multiple Engineering Positions – Northrop Grumman – Linthicum, MD; Cincinnati, Beavercreek, OH; Rolling Meadows, IL; Camarillo, Pt Mugu, China Lake, CA; Buffalo, Bethpage, NY, United States
- Signal Processing – Leidos – Beavercreek, OH; Arlington, VA; San Diego, CA, United States
- Senior Embedded/FPGA Engineer – General Technical Services – Adelphi, MD, United States

ONLY 5 DAYS Until the Biggest Electromagnetic Warfare Event of the Year! 56th Annual AOC International Symposium and Convention, October 28-30, Washington, DC

October 23, 2019 -- Association News

The AOC International Symposium & Convention, the industry’s leading, three-day event, brings together nearly 2000 professionals from 30+ countries spanning industry, military, and government sectors. Learn from subject matter experts and influencers from military, government, academia and industry who will speak to a multitude of topics around the theme of “Building the EMS Enterprise”. Whether it is from a main stage keynoter, a breakout session panelist, or an Innovation Stage message, plan to walk away equipped with the latest developments in technology and governance in pursuit of EMS capability superiority.

Click here to register! Join us for an earlier convention this year, from October 28-30!

Military and government attendess may attend for FREE, and free Exhibition Only passes are available! Whether you're interested in attending our symposium sessions or just the exhibit hall - we have the right pass for you.

Keynote and High Ranking Speakers

- The Honorable Alan R. Shaffer, Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment
- The Honorable Don Bacon, United States House of Representatives, NE-02
- Dr. Tim Grayson, Director, Strategic Technology Office (STO), DARPA
- James A. Faist, SES, Director, Adv Capability, OUSD Research & Engineering
- Colonel Ivan Pavlenko, Deputy Chief of Combat Support Units of the Joint Forces HQ, Joint Staff Armed Forces of Ukraine
- Rear Admiral Steve Parode, Director, Information Warfare Integration (N2N6F)
- Brigadier General David Gaedecke, USAF, Director, EMS Superiority, Deputy Chief of, Staff for Strategy, Integration & Requirements, HQAF
- Mr. Laurence Mixon, Special Assistant to the Program Executive Officer (PEO) for Intelligence, Electronic Warfare and Sensors
- Lt Gen Robert Elder, USAF (Ret’d), AOC Senior Advisory Board

Dive into Professional Development Courses Before and After the 56th AOC International Symposium & Convention!

October 23, 2019 -- Association News

Airborne Expendables/sUAS Capabilities and Potential
Dr. Pat Ford
8/8/2019 - 8/17/2019

Space EW
Dave Adamy
9/4/2019 - 9/20/2019

Fundamental Principles of Electronic Warfare
Dave Adamy
10/26/2019 - 10/27/2019

Machine Learning for EW
Kyle Davidson
10/26/2019 - 10/27/2019

Advanced Principles of Electronic Warfare
Dave Adamy
10/31/2019 - 11/1/2019

21st Century Electronic Warfare, Systems, Technology, and Techniques
Dr. Clayton Stewart
2/3/2020 - 2/21/2020

INDUSTRY NEWS: Congress Wants to Improve Electronic Warfare Capabilities

October 23, 2019 -- Industry News

The Department of Defense is expected to send Congress an updated electronic warfare strategy this month, one element of a broader initiative across government to ensure the U.S. military can compete in the electromagnetic spectrum in the future. (C4ISRNET)

INDUSTRY NEWS: Here's Who Will Build the US Army’s New Missile Defense Radar

October 23, 2019 -- Industry News

Incumbent Raytheon will build the U.S. Army’s new missile defense radar to replace the Patriot air and missile defense system’s current radar as part of the service’s future Integrated Air and Missile Defense System. (Defense News)

INDUSTRY NEWS: The Army Prepares for Electronic Warfare Prototypes

October 23, 2019 -- Industry News

Within the next six months, the Army is expected to choose at least two companies for prototypes and experiments on the service’s first integrated signals intelligence, electronic warfare and cyber platform. The Army has been conducting what it calls “pre-prototypes” to test capabilities, concepts and receive feedback from soldiers for the platform, known as the Terrestrial Layer System. (C4ISRNET)

EW Australia 2019 � Canberra Symposium, November 6

October 23, 2019 -- Chapter News

With a focus on “Electronic Warfare Battle Management and Manoeuvre in the Cyber and Electromagnetic Battlespace," the EW Australia 2019 Canberra Symposium is not to be missed!

November 6, 2019

QT Canberra
Canberra, ACT, Australia

View the symposium agenda here!

Click here to see the 2019 symposium speakers and to register!

Sixth Electronic Warfare International Conference India (EWCI), February 17-20, Bangalore, India

October 23, 2019 -- Chapter News

EW: Collaborate for Success

February 17-20

National Science Seminar Complex (NSSC)
Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
Bangalore, India

Palmetto Roost Establishes Rosemary Wenchel Memorial Scholarship

October 23, 2019 -- Chapter News

The AOC Palmetto Roost chapter has established the Rosemary Wenchel Memorial Scholarship at Charleston Southern University in honor of Rosemary Wenchel, who served the defense community in various capacities throughout her life.

The scholarship will support a female student enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity program at Charleston Southern University. Mrs. Wenchel was a leader, mentor, and friend to so many, and the Palmetto Roost endeavors to honor her legacy through this scholarship program.

Full scholarship details can be found here.

Would you like to make a contribution to this scholarship?

Contribute online: www.charlestonsouthern.edu/giving
Checks can be mailed to: Charleston Southern University
Development Office | PO Box 118087 | Charleston, SC 29423

Contact Cady Nell Keener, Assistant Vice President for Development & Special Gifts, for additional questions at ckeener@csuniv.edu or 843-685-2725.

Read more about Rosemary Wenchel's impactful career in defense here, and visit her obiturary.

Professional Development Course: Fundamental Principles of Electronic Warfare, Washington, D.C.

October 23, 2019 -- Calendar
October 26-27, 08:00-17:00 EDT The Renaissance Hotel, Washington, D.C.

Professional Development Course: Machine Learning for EW, Washington, D.C.

October 23, 2019 -- Calendar
October 26-27, 09:00-17:00 EDT The Renaissance Hotel, Washington, D.C.

Professional Development Course: Electronic Countermeasures - Theory and Design, Washington, D.C.

October 23, 2019 -- Calendar
October 31 - November 1, 09:00-17:00 EDT The Renaissance Hotel

Professional Development Course: Advanced Principles of Electronic Warfare, Washington, D.C.

October 23, 2019 -- Calendar
October 31 - November 1, 08:00-17:00 EDT The Renaissance Hotel

56th Annual AOC International Symposium & Convention, Washington, D.C.

October 23, 2019 -- Calendar
October 28-30

Virtual Series Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Attack - Part 1

October 23, 2019 -- Calendar
November 7, 14:00 - 15:00 EST (19:00 - 20:00 UTC)

Virtual Series Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Support - Part 2

October 23, 2019 -- Calendar
November 14, 14:00 - 15:00 EST (19:00 - 20:00 UTC)

Virtual Series Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Protect - Part 3

October 23, 2019 -- Calendar
November 21, 14:00 -15:00 EST

Register for Our Next 3-Part Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Attack, November 7, 1400-1500 EDT

October 23, 2019 --

3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Attack

(Part I of a three-part series)

Thursday, November 7, 2019 14:00-15:00 EDT (18:00-19:00 UTC)

- RADAR Electronic Attack (EA) vs. Communications Electronic Attack (EA)
- The Jamming System
- Polarization
- Jammer RF Spot Size
- Noise vs. False Targets
- Range

Be sure to register for Parts 2 and 3 covering Electronic Support (ES) and Electronic Protection (EP), respectively.

Register Now! AOC EW Asia, February 4-5, Singapore

October 23, 2019 --

"Advancing Electromagnetic Operations in the Asia Pacific Region"
February 4-5, 2020, Singapore

The 4th AOC EW Asia event will consider the future of EW and EM Operations in the changing light of current and emerging threats.

INDUSTRY NEWS: Air Force Getting Ready to Deploy a Drone-Killing Laser and Phaser

October 23, 2019 --

As the Army moves forward with plans to mount anti-drone lasers on Stryker vehicles, the Air Force is preparing to send its own vehicle-borne laser drone-killers overseas in just a few months. Raytheon Space and Airborne Systems received a $23.8 million contract from the Air Force in August for two prototype high-energy laser weapons systems, designed to take out threatening unmanned aerial systems. (Military.com)

INDUSTRY NEWS: Here’s What’s Promising from the Army’s First Jamming Pod

October 23, 2019 --

The Multi-Functional Electronic Warfare Air Large pod, the Army’s first organic brigade electronic attack asset that’s now mounted on an MQ-1C Gray Eagle, flew for the first time in an Army exercise this summer. (C4ISRNET)

INDUSTRY NEWS: Army’s TITAN Ground Station To Link Multi-Domain Sensors to Shooters

October 23, 2019 --

AUSA 2019: The Army its taking the next step in developing a key component of its multi-domain operations command and control as it fleshes out a blueprint for a ‘unified’ ground station to connect intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance sensors from all domains. It will hold an industry day on Dec. 4 at Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland to discuss the Tactical Intelligence Targeting Access Node (TITAN). (Breaking Defense)

Find and Post Opportunities with the AOC Career Center!

October 23, 2019 -- Careers

Featured Jobs:

- Northrop Grumman is Hiring for Multiple Engineering Positions – Northrop Grumman – Linthicum, MD; Cincinnati, Beavercreek, OH; Rolling Meadows, IL; Camarillo, Pt Mugu, China Lake, CA; Buffalo, Bethpage, NY, United States
- Signal Processing – Leidos – Beavercreek, OH; Arlington, VA; San Diego, CA, United States
- Principal Software Engineer (Sigint) – Sierra Nevada Corporation – Plano, TX; Folsom, CA; Beavercreek, OH; Centennial, CO, United States

ONLY 11 DAYS Until the Biggest EW Convention of the Year! 56th Annual AOC International Symposium and Convention, October 28-30, Washington, DC

October 16, 2019 -- Association News

Click here to register! Join us for an earlier convention this year, from October 28-30!

Whether you're interested in attending our symposium sessions or just the exhibit hall - we have the right pass for you.

Keynote and High Ranking Speakers

Dive into Professional Development Courses at the 56th AOC International Symposium & Convention!

October 16, 2019 -- Association News

Airborne Expendables/sUAS Capabilities and Potential
Dr. Pat Ford
8/8/2019 - 8/17/2019

Space EW
Dave Adamy
9/4/2019 - 9/20/2019

Fundamental Principles of Electronic Warfare
Dave Adamy
10/26/2019 - 10/27/2019

Machine Learning for EW
Kyle Davidson
10/26/2019 - 10/27/2019

Advanced Principles of Electronic Warfare
Dave Adamy
10/31/2019 - 11/1/2019

21st Century Electronic Warfare, Systems, Technology, and Techniques
Dr. Clayton Stewart
2/3/2020 - 2/21/2020

INDUSTRY NEWS: A New Electronic Warfare System for the Army Is Getting Closer

October 16, 2019 -- Industry News

The Army is moving into the final phase of bringing its electronic warfare visualization and planning tool to the entire force. The system is a command-and-control planning capability that allows commanders and soldiers to visualize the potential effects of electronic warfare in the field. (C4ISRNET)

INDUSTRY NEWS: Massive NATO Wargame Seeks To Shore Up Fraying Alliance

October 16, 2019 -- Industry News

Next spring, the Army will deploy 20,000 US-based soldiers to Europe to operate alongside 17,000 allied troops in the massive Defender-Europe 20 exercise. It will be the US Army’s largest troop movement in 25 years, spreading its forces across Central Europe, Eastern Europe, and Georgia in a test, not only of Army logistics, but the ability of US forces to link up with allies. (Breaking Defense)

INDUSTRY NEWS: What the New 16th Air Force Means for Information Warfare

October 16, 2019 -- Industry News

In what senior officials described as one of the most historic and significant days for the Air Force, the service officially created its first information warfare entity, known as 16th Air Force, Air Forces Cyber, during an Oct. 11 ceremony at Lackland Air Force Base, in San Antonio, Texas. (C4ISRNET)

EW Australia 2019 � Canberra Symposium, November 6

October 16, 2019 -- Chapter News

With a focus on “Electronic Warfare Battle Management and Manoeuvre in the Cyber and Electromagnetic Battlespace," the EW Australia 2019 Canberra Symposium is not to be missed!

November 6, 2019

QT Canberra
Canberra, ACT, Australia

View the symposium agenda here!

Click here to see the 2019 symposium speakers and to register!

Sixth Electronic Warfare International Conference India (EWCI), February 17-20, Bangalore, India

October 16, 2019 -- Chapter News

Palmetto Roost Establishes Rosemary Wenchel Memorial Scholarship

October 16, 2019 -- Chapter News

Full scholarship details can be found here.

Would you like to make a contribution to this scholarship?

Contribute online: www.charlestonsouthern.edu/giving
Checks can be mailed to: Charleston Southern University
Development Office | PO Box 118087 | Charleston, SC 29423

Contact Cady Nell Keener, Assistant Vice President for Development & Special Gifts, for additional questions at ckeener@csuniv.edu or 843-685-2725.

Read more about Rosemary Wenchel's impactful career in defense here, and visit her obiturary.

Professional Development Course: Fundamental Principles of Electronic Warfare, Washington, D.C.

October 16, 2019 -- Calendar
October 26-27, 08:00-17:00 EDT The Renaissance Hotel, Washington, D.C.

Professional Development Course: Machine Learning for EW, Washington, D.C.

October 16, 2019 -- Calendar
October 26-27, 09:00-17:00 EDT The Renaissance Hotel, Washington, D.C.

Professional Development Course: Electronic Countermeasures - Theory and Design, Washington, D.C.

October 16, 2019 -- Calendar
October 31 - November 1, 09:00-17:00 EDT The Renaissance Hotel

Professional Development Course: Advanced Principles of Electronic Warfare, Washington, D.C.

October 16, 2019 -- Calendar
October 31 - November 1, 08:00-17:00 EDT The Renaissance Hotel

56th Annual AOC International Symposium & Convention, Washington, D.C.

October 16, 2019 -- Calendar
October 28-30

Virtual Series Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Attack - Part 1

October 16, 2019 -- Calendar
November 7, 14:00 - 15:00 EST (19:00 - 20:00 UTC)

Virtual Series Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Support - Part 2

October 16, 2019 -- Calendar
November 14, 14:00 - 15:00 EST (19:00 - 20:00 UTC)

Virtual Series Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Protect - Part 3

October 16, 2019 -- Calendar
November 21, 14:00 -15:00 EST

CALL FOR PAPERS ENDS FRIDAY! AOC EW Asia, February 4-5, Singapore

October 16, 2019 --

"Advancing Electromagnetic Operations in the Asia Pacific Region"
February 4-5, 2020, Singapore

The 4th AOC EW Asia event will consider the future of EW and EM Operations in the changing light of current and emerging threats.

Interested in speaking at the 2020 conference? To submit a paper for consideration, visit the event website: www.asia-decs.com/aoc-ew-asia-call-for-papers. Submissions are due no later than October 18.

Register for Our Next 3-Part Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Attack, November 7, 1400-1500 EDT

October 16, 2019 --

3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Attack

(Part I of a three-part series)

Thursday, November 7, 2019 14:00-15:00 EDT (18:00-19:00 UTC)

- RADAR Electronic Attack (EA) vs. Communications Electronic Attack (EA)
- The Jamming System
- Polarization
- Jammer RF Spot Size
- Noise vs. False Targets
- Range

Be sure to register for Parts 2 and 3 covering Electronic Support (ES) and Electronic Protection (EP), respectively.

INDUSTRY NEWS: U.S. Army's Light Armored Vehicles to Receive Solution Against GPS Jamming Threats

October 16, 2019 --

The U.S. Army has reported that its light armored vehicles are receiving modern anti-jamming devices that enable reliable GPS/GNSS navigation even in the most challenging military environments. Currently, GPS jamming threat is one of Army priorities, because jamming and interference can seriously degrade GPS position, navigation and time availability – even to the point of total solution denial. (Defense Blog)

INDUSTRY NEWS: The U.S. Army Has a Plan To Beat Russia's Electronic Warfare Battleplans

October 16, 2019 --

With an increasingly crowded and complex electromagnetic spectrum, contemporary electronic warfare threats are naturally extremely serious, as they can operate on a greater number of frequencies, attack with greater range and strength and fire from less detectable locations. (The National Interest)

Find and Post Opportunities with the AOC Career Center!

October 16, 2019 -- Careers

Featured Jobs:

- Northrop Grumman is Hiring for Multiple Engineering Positions – Northrop Grumman – Linthicum, MD; Cincinnati, Beavercreek, OH; Rolling Meadows, IL; Camarillo, Pt Mugu, China Lake, CA; Buffalo, Bethpage, NY, United States
- Signal Processing – Leidos – Beavercreek, OH; Arlington, VA; San Diego, CA, United States
- Principal Software Engineer (Sigint) – Sierra Nevada Corporation – Plano, TX; Folsom, CA; Beavercreek, OH; Centennial, CO, United States

ONLY 18 DAYS Until the Biggest EW Convention of the Year! 56th Annual AOC International Symposium and Convention, October 28-30, Washington, DC

October 9, 2019 -- Association News

Click here to register! Join us for an earlier convention this year, from October 28-30!

Whether you're interested in attending our symposium sessions or just the exhibit hall - we have the right pass for you.

Keynote and High Ranking Speakers

- The Honorable James Langevin, United States House of Representatives, RI-02 (invited)
- The Honorable Don Bacon, United States House of Representatives, NE-02
- The Honorable Alan R. Shaffer, Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment
- Lt Gen Robert Elder, USAF (Ret’d), AOC Senior Advisory Board
- Dr. Tim Grayson, Director, Strategic Technology Office (STO), DARPA
- James A. Faist, SES, Director, Adv Capability, OUSD Research & Engineering
- Rear Admiral Steve Parode, Director, Information Warfare Integration (N2N6F)
- Mr. Laurence Mixon, Special Assistant to the Program Executive Officer (PEO) for Intelligence, Electronic Warfare and Sensors
- Brigadier General David Gaedecke, USAF, Director, EMS Superiority, Deputy Chief of, Staff for Strategy, Integration & Requirements, HQAF
- Brigadier General Lance Landrum, Deputy Director for Requirements and Capability Development (J8), Joint Staff

Dive into Professional Development Courses at the 56th AOC International Symposium & Convention!

October 9, 2019 -- Association News

Airborne Expendables/sUAS Capabilities and Potential
Dr. Pat Ford
8/8/2019 - 8/17/2019

Space EW
Dave Adamy
9/4/2019 - 9/20/2019

Fundamental Principles of Electronic Warfare
Dave Adamy
10/26/2019 - 10/27/2019

Machine Learning for EW
Kyle Davidson
10/26/2019 - 10/27/2019

Advanced Principles of Electronic Warfare
Dave Adamy
10/31/2019 - 11/1/2019

21st Century Electronic Warfare, Systems, Technology, and Techniques
Dr. Clayton Stewart
2/3/2020 - 2/21/2020

INDUSTRY NEWS: U.S. Intelligence Agency Eyes The Navy's MQ-25 Drone For Maritime Surveillance Missions

October 9, 2019 -- Industry News

The U.S. National Geospatial Intelligence Agency, or NGA, wants to know if Boeing could transform the MQ-25 Stingray tanker drone that it is developing for the U.S. Navy into an unmanned maritime intelligence platform using a modular sensor pod. This highlights continued interest within the Navy, and elsewhere in the U.S. military, in utilizing the Stringray, a test article for which flew for the first time just last month, for missions beyond just aerial refueling. (The Drive)

INDUSTRY NEWS: The Search for the Counterdrone 'Silver Bullet’

October 9, 2019 -- Industry News

When it comes to defending infrastructure, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. The combined drone-and-cruise missile attack on an Aramco refinery in Saudi Arabia that took place Sept. 14 revealed limitations of the particular defenses in place, and companies that make counterdrone systems leapt at the opportunity to promise an answer to at least some of the threat. (C4ISRNET)

INDUSTRY NEWS: The Army Wants Killer Electromagnetic Pulse Artillery Shells

October 9, 2019 -- Industry News

If the U.S. Army has its way, America’s next secret weapon may be an electromagnetic pulse artillery shell that paralyzes an enemy city. These special shells won’t carry high explosive. Instead they will emit EMP bursts, or some other non-kinetic technology, to disrupt the computers, radio communications, Internet links and other ties that bind modern societies. And do so without creating any physical damage. (The National Interest)

EW Australia 2019 � Canberra Symposium, November 6

October 9, 2019 -- Chapter News

With a focus on “Electronic Warfare Battle Management and Manoeuvre in the Cyber and Electromagnetic Battlespace," the EW Australia 2019 Canberra Symposium is not to be missed!

November 6, 2019

QT Canberra
Canberra, ACT, Australia

View the symposium agenda here!

Click here to see the 2019 symposium speakers and to register!

Sixth Electronic Warfare International Conference India (EWCI), February 17-20, Bangalore, India

October 9, 2019 -- Chapter News

Palmetto Roost Establishes Rosemary Wenchel Memorial Scholarship

October 9, 2019 -- Chapter News

Full scholarship details can be found here.

Would you like to make a contribution to this scholarship?

Contribute online: www.charlestonsouthern.edu/giving
Checks can be mailed to: Charleston Southern University
Development Office | PO Box 118087 | Charleston, SC 29423

Contact Cady Nell Keener, Assistant Vice President for Development & Special Gifts, for additional questions at ckeener@csuniv.edu or 843-685-2725.

Read more about Rosemary Wenchel's impactful career in defense here, and visit her obiturary.

Professional Development Course: Fundamental Principles of Electronic Warfare, Washington, D.C.

October 9, 2019 -- Calendar
October 26-27, 08:00-17:00 EDT The Renaissance Hotel, Washington, D.C.

Professional Development Course: Machine Learning for EW, Washington, D.C.

October 9, 2019 -- Calendar
October 26-27, 09:00-17:00 EDT The Renaissance Hotel, Washington, D.C.

Professional Development Course: Electronic Countermeasures - Theory and Design, Washington, D.C.

October 9, 2019 -- Calendar
October 31 - November 1, 09:00-17:00 EDT The Renaissance Hotel

Professional Development Course: Advanced Principles of Electronic Warfare, Washington, D.C.

October 9, 2019 -- Calendar
October 31 - November 1, 08:00-17:00 EDT The Renaissance Hotel

56th Annual AOC International Symposium & Convention, Washington, D.C.

October 9, 2019 -- Calendar
October 28-30

Virtual Series Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Attack - Part 1

October 9, 2019 -- Calendar
November 7, 14:00 - 15:00 EST (19:00 - 20:00 UTC)

Virtual Series Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Support - Part 2

October 9, 2019 -- Calendar
November 14, 14:00 - 15:00 EST (19:00 - 20:00 UTC)

Virtual Series Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Protect - Part 3

October 9, 2019 -- Calendar
November 21, 14:00 -15:00 EST

CALL FOR PAPERS ENDS NEXT FRIDAY! AOC EW Asia, February 4-5, Singapore

October 9, 2019 --

"Advancing Electromagnetic Operations in the Asia Pacific Region"
February 4-5, 2020, Singapore

The 4th AOC EW Asia event will consider the future of EW and EM Operations in the changing light of current and emerging threats.

Register for Our Next 3-Part Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Attack, November 7, 1400-1500 EDT

October 9, 2019 --

3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Attack

(Part I of a three-part series)

Thursday, November 7, 2019 14:00-15:00 EDT (18:00-19:00 UTC)

- RADAR Electronic Attack (EA) vs. Communications Electronic Attack (EA)
- The Jamming System
- Polarization
- Jammer RF Spot Size
- Noise vs. False Targets
- Range

Be sure to register for Parts 2 and 3 covering Electronic Support (ES) and Electronic Protection (EP), respectively.

INDUSTRY NEWS: More Hawkeye Exports as U.S. Navy Introduces Enhancements

October 9, 2019 --

Northrop Grumman has received a $1.4 billion Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contract from the U.S. Department of Defense covering the supply of nine E-2D Advanced Hawkeye airborne early warning and control aircraft. The U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress of the possible sale of up to nine E-2Ds to Japan in September 2018, and Japanese defense minister Takeshi Iwaya announced the deal on October 12, 2018. (AIN Online)

INDUSTRY NEWS: Raytheon Electronic Warfare Tool for US Army in Final Development

October 9, 2019 --

Raytheon is developing the final phase of the electronic warfare planning and management tool (EWPMT) for the US Army. The EWPMT tool is designed to assist the army in planning and managing electronic warfare. It provides the service with the ability to plan, manage and control sensors and systems in the electromagnetic spectrum. (Army Technology)

Find and Post Opportunities with the AOC Career Center!

October 9, 2019 -- Careers

Featured Jobs:

- Senior Computational Research Scientist – Applied Research Associates, Inc. – Ohio, United States
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EARLY BIRD RATES END FRIDAY! 56th Annual AOC International Symposium and Convention, October 28-30, Washington, DC

October 2, 2019 -- Association News

The deadline to book your hotel room in the AOC Hotel Block has been extended!

Book your room at the Renaissance by 10/7 or Marriott Marquis (Gov & Military) by 10/11

Click here to register! Join us for an earlier convention this year, from October 28-30!

Whether you're interested in attending our symposium sessions or just the exhibit hall - we have the right pass for you.

Keynote and High Ranking Speakers

- The Honorable James Langevin, United States House of Representatives, RI-02 (invited)
- The Honorable Don Bacon, United States House of Representatives, NE-02 (invited)
- The Honorable Alan R. Shaffer, Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment
- Lt Gen Robert Elder, USAF (Ret’d), AOC Senior Advisory Board
- Dr. Tim Grayson, Director, Strategic Technology Office (STO), DARPA
- James A. Faist, SES, Director, Adv Capability, OUSD Research & Engineering
- Rear Admiral Steve Parode, Director, Information Warfare Integration (N2N6F)
- Mr. Laurence Mixon, Special Assistant to the Program Executive Officer (PEO) for Intelligence, Electronic Warfare and Sensors
- Brigadier General David Gaedecke, USAF, Director, EMS Superiority, Deputy Chief of, Staff for Strategy, Integration & Requirements, HQAF
- Brigadier General Lance Landrum, Deputy Director for Requirements and Capability Development (J8), Joint Staff

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS!

The AOC is seeking qualified volunteers to assist with the successful execution of the Annual Symposium and Convention. To learn more and sign up, click here.

SUBMIT CLEARANCES AND REGISTER ON-SITE! 5th Annual Cyber Electromagnetic Activity (CEMA) Conference, October 8 - 10, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

October 2, 2019 -- Association News

On the Road to Army of 2028 - Delivering Integrated EW, SIGINT and Cyber at the Tactical Echelon.

Pre-registration for CEMA is now closed - onsite registrations only. Clearances may be submitted now and will be verified onsite.

DISTINGUISHED SPEAKERS

LTG Stephen Fogarty - USA - Commanding General, Army Cyber Command
The Honorable Dr. Bruce D. Jette - Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology
MG Neil Hersey - Commanding General, Cyber Center of Excellence and Fort Gordon
MG Gary Johnston - Commander, INSCOM
MG Joel K. Tyler - Commanding General, U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command
MG Peter A. Gallagher - Director, Network Cross-Functional Team
MG David Bassett - PEO Command, Control and Communications-Tactical
MG Mitchell L. Kilgo - Commanding General, U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Command Senior Commander, Aberdeen Proving Ground
BG Robert Collins - PEO IEW&S
Mr. Patrick O’Neill - Director, U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command’s C5ISR Center before Nucci
Mr. Adam Nucci - Deputy Director (DISL) at U.S. Army HQDA G-3/5/7 Cyber, Electronic Warfare, Information
BG Matthew Easley - Director of Army Futures Command and AI Task Force for U.S. Army

View the dynamic conference agenda here!

Sponsorship opportunities available! Find out more here.

REGISTER NOW! Next Professional Development Course Starts October 8!

October 2, 2019 -- Association News

Airborne Expendables/sUAS Capabilities and Potential
Dr. Pat Ford
8/8/2019 - 8/17/2019

Space EW
Dave Adamy
9/4/2019 - 9/20/2019

Fundamental Principles of Electronic Warfare
Dave Adamy
10/26/2019 - 10/27/2019

Machine Learning for EW
Kyle Davidson
10/26/2019 - 10/27/2019

Advanced Principles of Electronic Warfare
Dave Adamy
10/31/2019 - 11/1/2019

21st Century Electronic Warfare, Systems, Technology, and Techniques
Dr. Clayton Stewart
2/3/2020 - 2/21/2020

DON'T MISS TOMORROW'S WEBINAR: RAF 100 Group and its EW Legacy, October 3, 1400-1500 EDT

October 2, 2019 -- Association News

RAF 100 Group and its EW Legacy

Thursday, October 3, 2019 14:00-15:00 EDT (18:00-19:00 UTC)

Seventy-five years ago the leadership of the Royal Air Force’s (RAF) Bomber Command took a decision which would change air power forever. It created 100 Group. This was a specialist unit tasked with unleashing kinetic and electronic effects against the Luftwaffe’s Integrated Air Defence System (IADS). The Group came into being as the Command intensified its attacks against strategic targets in Germany in late 1943. During its 18 month career 100 Group pioneered electronic warfare tactics and concepts of operations which continue to save aircrew lives, much as they did in the skies over Western Europe.

INDUSTRY NEWS: How Drone Attacks Reveal Fixable Flaws with American Air Defenses

October 2, 2019 -- Industry News

The attacks on the oil facilities at Abqaiq and Khurais in Saudi Arabia are neon flashing warning signs of the threat presented by the proliferation of low flying precision guided weapons like drones and cruise missiles. These attacks were highly successful, despite the apparent presence of air defenses. This illustrates two vulnerabilities in the United States air defense system, gaps that also endanger American and allied troops and military facilities. (The Hill)

INDUSTRY NEWS: EW, Cyber Require Next-Gen Hardware: Conley

October 2, 2019 -- Industry News

The military is investing heavily in artificial intelligence — but AI alone is not enough. You need hardware that can handle your high-powered algorithms, without taking up so much space, weight, and power that it can’t fit into a frontline command post, fighter jet, or tank. And that’s not easy. (Breaking Defense)

AFCEA TechNet Birthday Celebration

October 2, 2019 -- Chapter News

Our AOC Director of Membership, Glorianne O’Neilin, celebrated her birthday in the AOC Booth at AFCEA TechNet on Wednesday, 21 August 2019 with a little help from Karen Brigance, AOC Southern Regional Director, and Lisa K. Frugé-Cirilli, AOC Immediate Past President. Go Green Jacket Roost!!!

Palmetto Roost Establishes Rosemary Wenchel Memorial Scholarship

October 2, 2019 -- Chapter News

Full scholarship details can be found here.

Would you like to make a contribution to this scholarship?

Contribute online: www.charlestonsouthern.edu/giving
Checks can be mailed to: Charleston Southern University
Development Office | PO Box 118087 | Charleston, SC 29423

Contact Cady Nell Keener, Assistant Vice President for Development & Special Gifts, for additional questions at ckeener@csuniv.edu or 843-685-2725.

Read more about Rosemary Wenchel's impactful career in defense here, and visit her obiturary.

Sixth Electronic Warfare International Conference India (EWCI), February 17-20, Bangalore, India

October 2, 2019 -- Chapter News

Live Professional Development Web Course: The World of Airborne Expendables & small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS)

October 2, 2019 -- Calendar
October 8-17 (4 sessions), 13:00-16:00 EDT

5th Annual Cyber Electromagnetic Activity (CEMA) Conference, Aberdeen, MD

October 2, 2019 -- Calendar
October 8-10

Virtual Series Webinar: RAF 100 Group and its EW Legacy

October 2, 2019 -- Calendar
October 3, 14:00-15:00 EDT (18:00 - 19:00 UTC)

Professional Development Course: Fundamental Principles of Electronic Warfare, Washington, D.C.

October 2, 2019 -- Calendar
October 26-27, 08:00-17:00 EDT The Renaissance Hotel, Washington, D.C.

Professional Development Course: Machine Learning for EW, Washington, D.C.

October 2, 2019 -- Calendar
October 26-27, 09:00-17:00 EDT The Renaissance Hotel, Washington, D.C.

Professional Development Course: Electronic Countermeasures - Theory and Design, Washington, D.C.

October 2, 2019 -- Calendar
October 31 - November 1, 09:00-17:00 EDT The Renaissance Hotel

Professional Development Course: Advanced Principles of Electronic Warfare, Washington, D.C.

October 2, 2019 -- Calendar
October 31 - November 1, 08:00-17:00 EDT The Renaissance Hotel

56th Annual AOC International Symposium & Convention, Washington, D.C.

October 2, 2019 -- Calendar
October 28-30

Virtual Series Webinar: 3 Pillars of EW - Electronic Attack - Part 1

October 2, 2019 -- Calendar
November 7, 14:00 - 15:00 EST (19:00 - 20:00 UTC)