Crows Newsletter
March 26, 2025
 
AOC Collaborative EW 2025: A Historic Trilateral Summit! 
This year’s Collaborative EW Summit was one for the books! With the UK and Australia joining for the first time, the event became a truly trilateral exchange of insights, strengthening partnerships between the US, UK and Australia in the evolving electronic warfare landscape.
 
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EVENTS
 
Register & Secure Your Stay Before It's Too Late
OPERATIONAL SYNERGY
As cyber operations and EW/EMSO converge, securing data, controlling the spectrum and integrating real-time intelligence are mission-critical. This summit moves beyond doctrine to real-world integration, covering key topics like National-Tactical Interoperability, Mission Data Integration and CJADC2.
 
If you're responsible for warfighter survivability, mission success, or national security, you can't afford to miss this event!
 
HOTEL BOOKING DEADLINE: April 2
 
Classification: US Only TS/SCI
 
 
Help Bridge EW Capability Gaps
CONNECTING EMSO CHALLENGES WITH INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS
Technical papers are invited from US government, academia, industry, operational units and subject matter experts on concepts, technologies and capabilities enabling force-level electromagnetic warfare. This year’s theme focuses on addressing emerging gaps in Joint Force EMS operations. Conference sessions will explore novel spectrum warfare capabilities and their rapid prototyping, testing and fielding.
 
Abstract Submissions Due: April 11
 
 
Register Now & Save – Rates Increase 31 March
EMO IN TRANSITION – LEARNING FROM THE UKRAINIAN/RUSSIAN WAR
The battlefield is evolving at an unprecedented pace – can you keep up? AOC Europe 2025 is the essential summit for military leaders, defense professionals and industry experts navigating the rapidly shifting electromagnetic operations (EMO) landscape.
 
Join global experts in Rome as they analyze NATO and regional capabilities, space-based dependencies and lessons learned from real-world conflicts. Secure your place now to gain the insights needed to dominate the spectrum and shape the future of warfare.
 
Save €200 when you register by 31 March!
 
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PODCAST
 
New Podcast Episode Available
Each year, the AOC Educational Foundation honors five exceptional young professionals through its Future 5 program, recognizing individuals who represent the future of the EW field through innovation, leadership and impact. In this episode of From the Crows’ Nest, host Ken Miller speaks with four of the 2024 Future 5 award recipients: Imani Davis, Matthew Copeland, Paul Kennedy and Michael Gutierrez.
 
 
FTCN Replay: Collaboration and Dedication as Keys to Advancing the Mission
To celebrate Women’s History Month, From the Crows’ Nest podcast featured Lisa Frugé Cirilli, US DOD Customer Requirements and Advocacy representative for BAE Systems Electronic Systems Division. With decades of experience in civil service, industry and leadership roles within the Association of Old Crows (AOC), Lisa offered valuable insights into the enduring role of Robins Air Force Base, life cycle sustainment and the expanding opportunities for women in Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO).
 
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Elettronica SpA
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
 
Looking for more Professional Development Opportunities?
Unlock Your Full Potential – Register for Our Upcoming In-Person Professional Development Courses!
Don't miss out on this opportunity to invest in your future. Spots are limited, so register today and take the first step toward advancing your education and career.
 
 
Join Us Tomorrow – Live Webinar
Presented by Alan Salari
March 27
 
In this webinar, we will introduce essential practical techniques crucial for operating and implementing hardware in superconducting quantum processors. We’ll cover key concepts such as the fundamentals of quantum processor operation, the necessary cryogenic and room-temperature microwave components, system considerations and how to construct a basic quantum computer within a dilution refrigerator.
 
 
[Webinar] HPM-Specific Antenna Issue
Presented by Timothy Wolfe
April 3
 
 
[Webinar] The Art and Science of Navigation Warfare
Presented by Michael Jones
May 15
 
 
[Webinar] ISAC: unlocking a new dimension of communication and sensing in 6G
Presented by Saeede Enayati & Amitav Mukherjee
May 29
 
 
[Webinar] Russian SAMs: Comprehensive Battlefield Guide
Presented by Stephen Olguin
June 12
 
Support the Professional Development of Our Members
Interested in sponsoring an AOC webinar? Contact Sean Fitzgerald today!
CAREERS
 
Your Next Big Opportunity Awaits
The Association of Old Crows is proud to offer the AOC Career Center, your go-to platform for discovering top career opportunities in the electronic warfare and spectrum operations community. Whether you're seeking your next challenge or looking to hire exceptional talent, the AOC Career Center is here to connect professionals and employers in this critical field.
 
Navy League of the United States
Exodus Advanced Communications
CHAPTER NEWS
 
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SEEKING SUBMISSIONS FOR EVENT
Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO) Research Conference (EMSO ReCon)
 
We invite submissions of technical abstracts for presentations related to the theme "Speed of Need," highlighting innovative research, emerging technologies and operational advancements in the EW and EMSO space. Selected authors will have the opportunity to present their work to an audience of peers, industry leaders and government representatives.
 
DEADLINE TO SUBMIT EXTENDED TO: MARCH 28
 
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