Emerging Technologies: Discuss emerging tech such as electric weapons, autonomous systems, and advanced munitions, highlighting their capabilities and applications in CUAS.
Tactical Adaptations and Operational Tactics: Discuss how advancements in tech are driving changes in operational kinetic tactics against UAS.
Integration and Interoperability Challenges: Discuss the importance of interoperability standards, data sharing protocols, and collaborative planning processes in maximizing CUAS ops.
David Letters
Air Domain Policy Advisor Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD)
Highlight DEVCOM’s expertise in research, development, testing, and evaluation (RDT&E) of cutting-edge solutions for defense applications.
Highlight the command's role in providing technical expertise, test and evaluation support, and validation services to solution providers, ensuring the efficacy and interoperability of CUAS solutions.
Explore how the DEVCOM IPT contributes to integration efforts, enabling seamless communication, data sharing, and decision-making across the CUAS ecosystem.
Address the challenges posed by the convergence of unmanned systems (UxS) with traditional defense platforms.
Dr. Jay (Gee) Simmons
Deputy Air & Missile Defense Capability Area Lead, DEVCOM Aviation and Missile Center US Army
Explore current landscape of kinetic solutions for CUAS, including trends in technology development, development strategies, and effectiveness in mitigating UAS risks.
Analyze the prevailing trends and challenges in CUAS procurement, acquisition strategies, vendor selection criteria, and budgetary considerations.
Anticipate what we need to be prepared for in the realm of CUAS. Considering advancements in UAS technology, regulatory developments, and the evolving threat landscape. Strategies for enhancing readiness and agility to be prepared for future CUAS defense needs effectively.
Discuss navigating complex regulatory frameworks governing federal acquisitions, including compliance with FAR and other procurement rules.
Examine strategies for optimizing resource allocation, prioritizing acquisition projects, and securing funding in a competitive budgetary environment.
Explore strategies for streamlining acquisition processes while ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements, minimizing delays, and optimizing resource allocation.
Analyze the challenges associated with vendor selection, including assessing vendor capabilities, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring supply chain security.
Craig Doheny
Acquisition Program Manager, Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems Customs and Border Protection
Detection and Identification Challenges: Examine the limitations of existing technologies in urban settings, such as buildings, electromagnetic interference, noise, etc. Explore innovative solutions for improving detection and identification capability in such environments.
Mitigation Strategies and Regulatory Considerations: Discuss the legal and ethical implications of deploying kinetic and non-kinetic countermeasures in populated areas. Importance of coordinating with local authorities
Urban Environment Dynamics: Explore issues such as limited air space, high population density, complex terrain, which can affect detection, tracking, and interception.
Jared Oren
Program Manager, Counter-UAS Technology, National Urban Security Technology Laboratory, Science and Technology Department of Homeland Security
16:30 - 17:00EST COUNTERING UAS THREATS AT LARGE PUBLIC GATHERINGS: CASE STUDIES AND LESSONS LEARNED
Strategy & Planning: Discuss the strategy when combating the threat that is UAS. What different planning measures are implemented for large gatherings.
Case Studies: Discuss case studies experienced in the realm of CUAS. Past instances where UAS was a threat to a large public gathering.
Lessons Learned: What are the key takeaways from past UAS threats? Discuss lessons learned from these instances and how you plan on preventing them in the future.
17:00 - 17:30EST Drinks Reception, End of Conference Day One
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