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July 9, 2025
ASSOCIATION NEWS
 
AOC Sponsorships Now Available: Lock In Your Access to Global EW Leaders
As your organization finalizes its strategic partnerships for the remainder of 2025 and begins planning for 2026, AOC sponsorships provide a timely opportunity to leverage emerging technologies and connect with decision-makers in the EW and EMSO industry.
 
By partnering with AOC, you have a variety of ways to support and connect with members, including event and webinar sponsorships and print and digital advertising. Stay relevant to key EW leaders, participate in high-level discussions, and nurture relationships with global contacts.
 
EVENTS
 
Don't Miss Your Chance to Register for SAMs 2025
TRENDS IN MODERN RADAR-GUIDED SAMs
Surface-to-Air Missile Systems (SAMs) 2025, taking place September 16-18 in Huntsville, Ala., delivers a comprehensive technical review of today’s most advanced adversary radar-guided SAMs and directed energy air defense systems. Sessions will explore capabilities, concepts of operation, electronic protection features, recent threat developments, and future projections.
 
This exclusive event has limited capacity — register today to guarantee your seat.
 
Classification:
September 16-17 | SECRET//NOFORN
September 18 | TOP SECRET//SCI//NOFORN
 
 
New Keynotes and Speakers Announced for CEMA 2025
ADVANCING ALL-DOMAIN OPERATIONS
The 2025 CEMA summit shifts focus from EW overmatch to all-domain operations, emphasizing how commanders can use combined human-machine teams and autonomous platforms to engage enemies first. This event, taking place October 28-29 in Belcamp, Md., will explore how manned and unmanned systems can work together with intelligence sources and advanced sensors to improve battlefield decision-making.
 
Classification: CUI//NOFORN
 
 
Share Your Knowledge: AOC Convention Call for Papers Now Open
This year’s theme, Charting a Path to 2035: Navigating the Future of Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations, sets the stage for a dynamic exploration of the strategies, technologies, and innovations that will define the next decade. We’re now accepting original, unclassified abstracts for our nine Technical Sessions. These sessions complement the Symposium's General, Spotlight, and Breakout Sessions and offer a platform to share meaningful work, new thinking, and practical advancements.
 
Abstract Submission Deadline: August 15
 
 
AOC Asia 2025: Call for Papers Now Open
The call for papers is open for AOC Asia 2025, taking place October 15-16 in Seoul, ROK. This year's theme focuses on Electromagnetic Warfare Strategies for All-Domain EMS Superiority, addressing critical challenges in the Indo-Pacific region.
 
Key topics include EW threats and counter-strategies, aerospace domain vulnerabilities, emerging technologies like HPM and EMP, drone warfare, AI/ML applications in EW, cognitive warfare, and lessons from the Russo-Ukrainian conflict. 
 
The paper submission deadline is August 7, and the deadline for exhibitors and sponsors to apply is August 15. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with cutting-edge electromagnetic warfare strategies. Note: AOC Asia takes place immediately before the ADEX Air Show and Exhibition, making this a cost-effective trip for military, government, industry, and academia.
 
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PODCAST
 
New Episode Live Today: Spectrum Operations In Action: Insights from Israel, Iran, and Ukraine
In a new episode of From the Crows’ Nest, host Ken Miller is joined by friend and colleague John Knowles, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Electromagnetic Dominance (JED), to discuss the defense budget, as well as the Russo-Ukrainian War and the latest on military actions in Iran. They draw comparisons between the actions taken in Iran and Ukraine's strategic actions taken against Russia, highlighting the importance of electromagnetic spectrum dominance and air superiority in multiple theaters.
 
 
FTCN Replay: NGJ-MB Moves From Development to Deployment
In a recent episode of the From the Crows’ Nest podcast, host Ken Miller talked with Chuck Angus, Director of Requirements and Capabilities for Electronic Attack Systems at Raytheon, who provided insights into Next Generation Jammer Mid-Band, the game-changing electronic warfare capability that's already having an impact on modern military operations.
 
Want to learn even more about NGJ-MB? Check out the cover story in the July 2025 issue of JED: Bridging the Generation Gap — NGJ Mid-Band Now on Duty.
 
 
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If From the Crows' Nest has given you a new perspective or valuable insights, please take a moment to rate and review us in your preferred podcast platform. Your feedback not only helps us improve but also makes it easier for like-minded listeners to find the show. A simple star rating or short review can make a huge difference!
 
Train for the Future: On-Demand Education at Your Fingertips
Educating the electromagnetic warfare community is at the heart of the AOC’s mission. With a wide selection of on-demand professional development courses and webinars, AOC offers unparalleled training for the EW and EMSO community.
 
Don't miss out on this opportunity to invest in your future. Browse all our offerings today!
 
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
 
Save the Date: CEMA 2025 Pre-Summit Workshop Announced
Join industry experts on October 27 — the day before CEMA 2025 — for United Army Forces, Dominating the Spectrum: Advancing EW Through Innovation and Integration. This intensive three-hour professional development workshop will explore the current state of Army electromagnetic warfare. Led by seasoned professionals, the session will address key gaps in Army EW posture and examine how the Army/Space integration can expand EW capabilities to dominate the spectrum.
 
 
[Webinar] Fast Switching Low Noise Synthesizers
Presented by Paul Jackson
September 4
 
 
[Webinar] Russian SAMs: Comprehensive Battlefield Guide
Presented by Stephen Olguin
September 18
 
CAREERS
 
The AOC Career Center: Where EW Careers Take Flight
Ready to advance your electronic warfare career or find top talent? The AOC Career Center connects professionals and employers in technology, engineering, and intelligence. Whether you're seeking your next challenge or looking to hire exceptional talent, discover mission-critical opportunities where expertise makes a real impact.
 
CHAPTER NEWS
 
Last Weeks to Register: Peachtree Roost Chapter's EMSO ReCon 2025
Taking place July 23-24 in Atlanta, Ga., this event will bring together experts from government, DOD, UARCs, FFRDCs, industry, and non-profit R&D organizations. Participants will be able to learn about cutting-edge research, emerging technologies, and operational strategies, while cultivating partnerships that advance national defense capabilities and spectrum superiority. Space is limited — secure your seat now.
 
 
Chapter Leaders: Have News to Share?
Your chapters are doing incredible work around the world, and we want to help you shine a spotlight on your successes in AOC's publications and social media. From groundbreaking events to member achievements and community impact, we've created simple Content Submission Guidelines to help you share your latest news.
 
Remember: Your chapter's story is part of AOC's story. By sharing your successes, you're contributing to our impact on the global EW community.