AOC has announced the recipients of its 2025 Prestige Awards, recognizing exceptional contributions to electronic warfare, electromagnetic spectrum operations, and the defense community. AOC’s highest honors, the awards recognize individuals who have advanced EW capabilities, strengthened international partnerships, and shaped the future of electromagnetic domain operations.
The association has also named recipients for its 2025 Community, Chapter Flow-Up, and Military Awards. These awards honor individuals and military units who demonstrate innovation, leadership, and dedication to advancing EW capabilities and strengthening the global defense community.
The AOC Awards will be presented at the 2025 AOC International Symposium & Convention, December 9-11 in National Harbor, Maryland.
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AOC's committees drive everything from events and professional development to content and connection across our global community. As EW evolves, we need your expertise to guide our strategic direction and move our mission into the future.
Answer the 2025 Open Call for Volunteers today! Your expertise in electromagnetic warfare and spectrum operations isn't just valuable – it's essential to our mission.
Deadline: August 31
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The AOC Foundation has been approved as a participating charity in the 2025 Combined Federal Campaign. Starting October 1, federal employees, contractors, retirees, and service members can contribute to the AOC Foundation (CFC# 72037), which invests in soldiers, our military, and the future of global defense by providing grants and scholarships to military enlisted personnel, veterans, and undergraduate students pursuing studies in defense-related disciplines.
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AOC welcomed the following companies that joined the Partner Program in July:
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Register today for the 2025 AOC International Symposium & Convention. Join nearly 2,500 electromagnetic warfare experts from more than 40 countries December 9-11 in National Harbor, MD, for an unparalleled opportunity to explore the theme of Charting a Path to 2035: Navigating the Future of Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations.
Register by September 12 and save – early bird discounts are available for a limited time only! Full- and half-day pre-conference courses are also available and are a great way to extend your learning.
Last chance: The AOC 2025 Call for Papers ends Friday. Submit your original, unclassified abstract for one of our nine Technical Sessions, which will complement the Symposium's General, Spotlight, and Breakout Sessions and offer a platform to share meaningful work, new thinking, and practical advancements.
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
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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.
New speakers and agenda updates are being posted weekly – don't miss hearing from experts on this mission-critical area of expertise.
Classification: CUI//NOFORN
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Register today to join EW experts across the Indo-Pacific for AOC Asia 2025. This year's theme focuses on Electromagnetic Warfare Strategies for All-Domain EMS Superiority, addressing critical challenges in the region.
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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Position your brand at the epicenter of global EW leadership this December 9-11, 2025.
The AOC International Symposium & Convention brings together nearly 2,000 EW professionals from 30+ countries at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center. This is your organization's gateway to the decision-makers shaping the future of EW and EMSO activities and innovation.
Select sponsorship and branding packages are available. Act now – exclusive opportunities are filling rapidly. Partners receive discounts across all packages.
Contact sales@crows.org to secure your organization's strategic positioning at this must-attend event.
 
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In today's new episode of From the Crows’ Nest, host Ken Miller is joined by returning guest Duncan McCrory from the Freeman Aerospace Institute at King’s College London to unpack concerns of a Chinese escalation in the Pacific to reunification with Taiwan – and what this move could mean for the United States and alliances around the world.
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Join us 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 EW specialist Christelle Ward, the session will address key gaps in Army EW posture and examine how the Army and Space integration can expand EW capabilities to dominate the spectrum.
Elevate your professional development before AOC 2025 with pre-convention courses on December 8 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center. Choose from cutting-edge educational opportunities designed for electronic warfare professionals:
Full-Day:
- Principles of Metasurface-Driven Electronic Warfare
Half-Day:
- Antenna Theory for EW Professionals: A Quick But Thorough Crash Course (Morning Only)
- Microelectronics 101 for EW Professionals: A Quick But Thorough Crash Course (Afternoon Only)
- Global Conflict and Emerging Technologies: Lessons from the Russia-Ukraine War (Morning and Afternoon Sessions)
These focused courses provide intensive, hands-on learning from industry experts before the convention begins. Register for courses as part of your main event registration at aoc2025.org/register. Note: AOC 2025 registration is required to attend any pre-convention course.
Presented by Paul Jackson
September 4
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Presented by Stephen Olguin
September 18
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Find out how to have your company's new product featured in the Product Showcase by emailing sales@crows.org.
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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.
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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.
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[Deadline] AOC 2025 International Symposium & Convention Call for Papers
