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Idea Challenge: The Artemis Generation Speaks

Now in its fifth year, the AIAA Idea Challenge at AIAA SciTech Forum continues to provide young professionals the opportunity to collaborate, develop ideas, and present during a Forum 360 session. This year’s event will focus on giving a voice to the young generation of AIAA leaders, enabling them to share their thoughts and perspectives concerning important issues in the aerospace industry.

Idea Challenge participants will be asked to meet on Sunday, 7 January, to brainstorm and share their ideas. At the close of that meeting, teams will be formed around the collective interests. During the week of AIAA SciTech Forum, teams will develop a pitch on a fundamental issue of importance that the aerospace industry must address. They will participate in a workshop where they form and refine their proposal using the proven methods of value creation developed by Curt Carlson. In addition, they will have the opportunity to meet with mentors to perfect their presentation. Teams will present in the afternoon Forum 360 session on Thursday, 11 January.

In addition to the collaboration, mentoring, and professional development opportunities mentioned above, Idea Challenge members will receive complimentary registration for the 2024 AIAA SciTech Forum. 

There are a limited number of participants that will be accepted for this year’s Idea Challenge. To confirm your place, please email [email protected].

20th Annual AIAA Southern California Aerospace Systems and Technology (ASAT) Conference

This conference brings together new and experienced engineers, researchers, leaders, managers, academia, and students. The conference provides a forum to exchange ideas, review achievements, and chart a new course for aerospace in the local area. If you are a student, this is an ideal opportunity to showcase your research, sharpen technical presentation skills, and meet professionals in the field.

 Call for Presentations

Technical presentations are being solicited for the 2024 AIAA Southern California Aerospace Systems and Technology Conference. Full-length written papers are not required, but at a minimum, an annotated electronic copy of the final presentation is required for posting on our website. You are welcomed and encouraged to repeat presentations you have made elsewhere for this local audience. Students are strongly encouraged to present their senior thesis or graduate work.

SoCal ASAT accepts unclassified presentations on all aspects of aerospace systems, technology, vehicle design, program management, aerospace policy, aerospace economics, and education, and will be structured in three major categories:

Aircraft Systems and Technology

  • Aircraft structural and aerodynamic design, analysis, and manufacturing
  • Aircraft avionics and communication systems
  • AI and IT impact on aircraft design/operations
  • Airspace management
  • Multidisciplinary aircraft design
  • Aircraft operations and testing
  • UAV and micro air vehicles
  • Advanced air mobility
  • Reduced pilot operations/autonomy

Space Systems and Technology

  • Space mission analysis, development, and operations
  • Commercial missions and technology development
  • Robotic and human exploration
  • Space traffic management
  • Debris mitigation
  • AI and its impact on Space
  • Space Security
  • Space Economy

Aerospace Research, Public Policy, and Education

  • Aerospace sciences / research and development
  • Issues and concerns of industry and academia
  • Lobbying local, state, and national leaders
  • Pre- and post-secondary education
  • Programs to inspire our youth
  • Climate impact/change
  • Sustainability

Intent-to-Present Submittal Procedure
Your Intent-to-Present can be submitted as a 100-500 word abstract or as a set of preliminary annotated presentation slides. Include title, author(s), and affiliations (as you would like them to appear in the conference brochure). Also indicate the presenting author and include corresponding author contact information (name, address, phone number, and e-mail address).

The deadline for submission of your Intent-to-Present is Friday, March 22nd, 2024. Authors will be notified of acceptance by Friday, March 29th, 2024. Submit electronically to: Mr. Dino Roman at [email protected] or Dr. Harsha Reddy at [email protected].

 Dates to Remember

Friday, 22 March 2024: Intent-to-Present Deadline
Friday, 29 March 2024: Notification of Acceptance for Presentation
Monday, 15 April 2024: Registration Opens
Friday, 10 May 2024: Electronic Copy of Presentation Due
Friday, 17 May 2024: Registration Deadline
Saturday, 18 May 2024: ASAT Conference

 Schedule

8–8:30 a.m: Check-in and Continental Breakfast
8:30–9 a.m.: Welcome and Introduction
9–10 a.m.: Keynote Address by Mr. Ed Mugica
10 a.m.–12 p.m.: Morning Breakout Sessions
12–1:30 p.m.: Lunch and AIAA OC and SGV Section Presentations
1:30–2:30 p.m.: Keynote Address by TBD
2:30–5 p.m.: Afternoon Breakout Sessions
5–5:15 p.m.: Wrap-Up/Feedback

 Conference Registration*

AIAA Member: $85.00
Non-Member: $99.00
Student: $40.00
Continental breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be served.

*Registration opens 15 April, 2024 and includes breakfast, lunch, and snacks.

Questions should be addressed to: Dino Roman at [email protected], Colin Helms at [email protected], or Harsha Reddy at [email protected].

19th Annual AIAA Southern California Aerospace Systems and Technology (ASAT) Conference

sectionSponsored by the Orange County Section of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. Hosted by the University of California, Irvine (UCI), Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Building, Irvine, CA

Live and In-Person Again!

The AIAA SoCal ASAT Conference brings together seasoned and new engineers, researchers, leaders, managers, academia and students and provide a forum to exchange new ideas, review achievements, and chart a new course for aerospace in the local area. For students, this is an ideal opportunity to showcase your research, sharpen technical presentation skills, and meet professionals in the field.

 

2022 SmallSat Education Conference

Dates: 29–30 October 2022
TIme: 0900–1300 hrs ET

The Inaugural SmallSat Education Conference serves as an important East Coast gathering where educators, administrators, and students will learn about CubeSats, ThinSats, and High Altitude Balloon programs. Our target audiences are faculty and students from middle school through college. Presenters will include existing university teams and industry experts. Attendance is free for students and educators, and $50 for other adults. Exhibitors and vendors are encouraged to showcase their products and services. To learn how to start your own program, join us on 29-30 October at the Center for Space Education Building, Kennedy Space Center Visitors Center.

2023 SmallSat Education Conference

Dates/Time: 28 October 2023, 0930–1530 hrs | 29 October 2023, 0930–1330 hrs

The SmallSat Education Conference serves as an important East Coast gathering where educators, administrators, and students will learn about CubeSats, ThinSats, and High Altitude Balloon programs. Our target audiences are faculty and students from middle school through college. Presenters will include existing university teams and industry experts. You will not find a better value as costs as kept as close to zero as possible for students and educators.

Meet the Employers at AIAA AVIATION Forum

12 June 2023 1530 – 1730 | Grand Hall D, Manchester Grand Hyatt, San Diego, California

Students and young professionals—you are invited to network with AIAA Corporate members during Meet the Employers at the 2023 AIAA AVIATION Forum in San Diego, California.

To ensure all students and young professionals have access to this rare and highly valuable networking opportunity, you don’t have to register for the 2023 AIAA AVIATION Forum to attend. Join us on 12 June at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego. Space is limited to 400 participants.

Learn More or Register Now for the 2023 AIAA AVIATION Forum.

AIAA Rocky Mountain Annual Technical Symposium 2023

Hosted by the AIAA Rocky Mountain Section — The Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering invites you to the 2023 AIAA Annual Technical Symposium

The Annual Technical Symposium brings together the regional leaders, technical experts, and academia in the aerospace and aeronautics industry. ATS is a forum to help shape the future of the industry, a place for people in all stages of their career to gather, network, and collaborate. It is a place to learn a new process, gather inspiration, and make the connection to turn that inspiration into reality. This event is hosted and organized by the AIAA Rocky Mountain Section.

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Meet The Employers
21 September 2023
1430–1630 hrs MT

This is a highly valuable networking opportunity where you can meet with ATS Sponsors’ recruiters, and ask questions about internships, full-time employment opportunities, organizational culture, fascinating company projects, and anything else you want to know. Learn More

2024 SmallSat Education Conference

Dates/Time: 26 October 2024, 10:00 am – 5:00pm | 27 October 2024, 10:00 am – 2:15pm

The SmallSat Education Conference serves as an important East Coast gathering where educators, administrators, and students will learn about CubeSats, ThinSats, and High Altitude Balloon programs. Our target audiences are faculty and students from middle school through college. Presenters will include existing university teams and industry experts. You will not find a better value as costs as kept as close to zero as possible for students and educators.

2024 Mary Jackson Named Lecture

This webinar is free and open to the public.

The Mary Jackson Named Lecture is given in honor of Mary Jackson (1921-2005), who in 1958 became the first black female aerospace engineer at the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).