January 28, 2026

January 28, 2026

ASSOCIATION NEWS

Collaborative EW: Security Deadlines Draw Near, Agenda Updates Announced

EW CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN COALITION WARFIGHTING

Collaborative EW, taking place March 10-12 in Point Mugu, Calif., will gather coalition leaders from the US, UK and Australia to address electronic warfare challenges by exploring interoperability, unmanned systems integration, and joint manned/unmanned platform coordination to achieve superiority in peer-to-peer conflicts.

This is your opportunity to engage with EW innovators and operational planners shaping the future of coalition spectrum warfare. Explore the event's agenda today and register.

Classification:

March 10, 2026 | US SECRET ONLY
March 11-12, 2026 | US SECRET REL AUKUS

Important Security, FVR, and Base Deadlines:

February 9: Base Access Form (SECNAV 5512) – Required for all Australian and United Kingdom attendees and all US attendees who do not have a CAC Card.
February 9: Foreign Visit Requests – Required for all Australian and United Kingdom attendees; submit by February 9 and must be approved by February 27.
February 26: Security Clearance – Required for all US attendees.

Learn more about security requirements for Collaborative EW 2026.

Final Days to Give: Support the AOC Foundation in the CFC

The Combined Federal Campaign closes on January 31. Federal employees: There's still time to support the military veterans, students, and young professionals who are advancing defense innovation through the AOC Foundation. Your CFC pledge makes a real difference in shaping the next generation of defense leaders. Visit givecfc.org and use CFC code 72037 to give today.

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Stay Warm This Winter With AOC Gear

It's cold out there, so stay warm this winter and represent your association with long-sleeved shirts, hoodies, beanies, vests and more. Browse and shop at the AOC Store today!

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PODCAST

FTCN Replay: US Demonstrates EW Capabilities in Venezuela as Directed Energy Matures

Journalist Mike Fabey and Dr. David Stout of the Directed Energy Professional Society joined host Ken Miller for a recent episode of From the Crows' Nest, where they discussed how the recent US military operation to apprehend Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro showcased American forces’ sophisticated electromagnetic warfare capabilities while highlighting growing opportunities for directed energy weapons on modern battlefields.

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Outpacing RF Threats with AI Signal Processing

RF threats are becoming more adaptive and complex- and legacy signal processing struggles to keep up. Booz Allen’s AI-driven signal processing ensures EW systems detect, classify, and respond to signals faster. See how AI-enabled capabilities are helping mission teams reduce latency and act on RF data in contested electromagnetic environments.

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EVENTS

Cyber/EW Convergence: Call for Papers Now Open

CHALLENGES AND BENEFITS OF CONVERGING CYBER AND EW

Cyber/EW Convergence, taking place June 2-3 in Charleston, S.C., will address the need for integration of cyberspace operations and electromagnetic warfare into military operations as warfighters faces significant technical, organizational, and doctrinal hurdles in dominating this shared environment.

Don't miss your chance to contribute to this operationally vital summit – join the best minds and decision-makers as they gather in a classified environment to navigate the path toward information dominance in military conflict.

Classification: TS//SCI

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Learn Year-Round With AOC Live Webinars

Stay at the forefront of the electromagnetic warfare and spectrum operations knowledge by registering for our upcoming webinars:

Spectrum as Battlespace: EMSO Lessons from Ukraine for Campus and Range Infrastructure, Presented by Brandon Toliver – February 5
The Missing Link: Integrating the Electromagnetic Spectrum into High School Science, Presented by Sean O’Halloran – February 19
Putting the "EM" in STEM, Presented by Chris Headley & Bradley Davis – March 5
The Wire: Electronic Warfare Against Fibre-Optic UAVs, Presented by Thomas Withington – March 19
Human Factors in Technical Teams, Presented by John Kolm – April 2
The Next Step in PLA Modernization: Intelligence-ization, Presented by Dean Cheng – April 16
EW Matters – Capability Coalition Electromagnetic Warfare, Presented by Commander Malte von Spreckelsen – April 30

AOC webinars are presented originally as live events and then made available as recordings. All webinars are free for AOC members.

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CAREERS

Advance Your Defense Career with the AOC Career Center

Looking for your next opportunity in the defense industry? The AOC Career Center offers resources including access to career coaching from certified professionals, industry insights with data on wages and qualifications, professionally written resume and LinkedIn profile services, and access to job opportunities with leading companies that you won't find anywhere else. Whether you're transitioning careers or seeking advancement, these tools help you stand out to employers in the defense sector.

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CHAPTER NEWS

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.

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CALENDAR

10 Mar 2026

[Summit] Collaborative EW

19 May 2026

AOC Europe 2026

2 Jun 2026

[Summit] Cyber/EW Convergence

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