The 24th AIAA International Space Planes and Hypersonic Systems and Technologies Conference, as a part of ASCEND 2021, provides a forum for discussion and exchange of information for attendees from across the globe about leading-edge research and development activities associated with space planes and hypersonic atmospheric flight vehicles and the technologies underpinning these capabilities. Presentations will be provided on national programs from North America, South America, Australia, Europe, and Asia and multiple opportunities for international collaboration will be discussed.
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AIAA Aerospace Perspectives Series: Space Sustainability – Advancing the Benefits to Earth and Orbit
This AIAA Aerospace Perspectives Series webinar is hosted by AIAA and presented by Lockheed Martin.
AIAA and Lockheed Martin have assembled a stellar panel to bring you up to speed on space sustainability. This rapidly evolving topic encompasses sustainability efforts on Earth facilitated from space, actions to mitigate orbital debris, and continued safe human access to space. Learn how the latest environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues from climate change to human rights relate to space-based systems and join in the discussion on what is being done to support space sustainability.
This event is open to the public and free of charge.
AIAA Aerospace Perspectives Series: Digital Twin Value—Driving The Entire Product Life Cycle
Lockheed Martin Digital Twin Maturity Model
Lockheed Martin Digital Twin Overview
This AIAA Aerospace Perspectives Series webinar is hosted by AIAA and presented by Lockheed Martin.
Digital Twins have captured our collective imagination for years, representing the ultimate tool for understanding and optimizing design, manufacturing, and sustainment of complex systems. But how can it bring value to the Aerospace and Defense industry? Join us online as AIAA and Lockheed Martin bring together a panel of experts to explore this topic and talk though the value of this complex technology. In an unclassified 60-minute webinar, learn more about the capability and how – through interoperability and applying digital twin technology across the product life cycle – we can visualize our industry and the world like never before. :
- Discussion from industry, government and academia around cutting-edge successes and industry-wide challenges with digital twin
- Integration of digital engineering, complete digital thread and digital twins to complement all stages of the product life cycle – for both new and legacy programs
- Importance of digital twin interoperability across organizations – Partnership with the customer and supply chain to transform how we acquire, develop and maintain products faster – and more effectively – than ever before
- Evolution of the Lockheed Martin Digital Twin Maturity Model and what that means for early concept models through sustainment

This event is open to the public and free of charge.
ASCENDxWebinar: Maximizing Payload Success
Get Your Plans Off the Ground and into Orbit!
Opportunities to pursue discoveries in the off-world universe are Pexpanding, but payload capacities and budgets can be limiting, especially if you’re not sure how to navigate the space.
This webinar presents a virtual constellation for collaboration with an array of subject matter experts. The simple interactive format makes it easy to engage in general principle or mission-specific discussions with suppliers and service providers. Prominent keynote speakers will bring extra insight and inspiration to the conversation.
Who Should Attend?
Whether you’re looking to advance breakthrough medical research, push performance thresholds for new technologies and materials, claim a permanent place in orbit or simply expand your professional networks and knowledge, this ASCENDxWebinar will accelerate the return on your payload investment.
AIAA Aerospace Perspectives Series: Hypersonic Strike Systems—A Rapidly Evolving Capability
This AIAA Aerospace Perspectives Series webinar is hosted by AIAA and presented by Lockheed Martin.
Join us online as AIAA and Lockheed Martin work together to execute an unclassified 60-minute webinar that addresses some of the key activities and issues related to ongoing U.S. effort to rapidly develop and field the first generation of hypersonic strike weapon systems. The webinar will include material on:
- Adversary threat activities, and the implications of these activities for U.S. military forces and defense strategy
- Discussion of recent publications raising questions about the value and capability of planned U.S. hypersonic strike systems
- An update on key U.S. hypersonic strike programs developments and plans
- An overview of the recently awarded University Consortium for Applied Hypersonics (UCAH)

This event is open to the public and free of charge.
AIAA Professional Virtual Career Fair
Calling all aerospace professionals—recruiters representing some of the biggest names in the industry want to connect with talented professionals like you!
It’s never been easier to get in front of the employers that you want to work for, have face-to-face conversations, tell your story, and make a memorable impression.
By attending, you’ll be more than just another resume. Participants will be able to connect with employers in real time from the comfort of their home or office via desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone. The best part? It’s FREE TO ATTEND and it takes only a few minutes to register.
Past Organizations that Participated
- Aerojet Rocketdyne
- The Aerospace Corporation
- Ball Aerospace
- Bastion Technologies
- The Boeing Company
- Draper
- General Electric
- Gulfstream Aerospace
- HX5
- Jacobs
- Leidos
- Lockheed Martin
- Mathworks
- Mynaric
- National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)
- Raytheon Technologies Research Center
- Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC)
- Special Aerospace Services
- Stratolaunch
AIAA Professional Virtual Career Fair
Calling all experienced aerospace professionals—recruiters representing some of the biggest names in the industry want to connect with talented professionals like you!
Whether the search for your dream job needs a boost and you want to find ways to separate yourself from other job seekers, or you’re seeking career advice and want to expand your network across the industry, or you’re just curious about what opportunities are out there, the AIAA Professional Virtual Career Fair is a can’t-miss event.
It’s never been easier to get in front of the employers that you want to work for, have face-to-face conversations, tell your story, and make a memorable impression.
By attending, you’ll be more than just another resume. Participants will be able to connect with employers in real time from the comfort of their home or office via desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone. The best part? It’s FREE TO ATTEND and it takes only a few minutes to register.
Prior to the event, employers can preview the resumes of participants and even schedule interviews!
AIAA Professional Virtual Career Fair
Calling all experienced aerospace professionals—recruiters representing some of the biggest names in the industry want to connect with talented professionals like you!
It’s never been easier to get in front of the employers that you want to work for, have face-to-face conversations, tell your story, and make a memorable impression.
By attending, you’ll be more than just another resume. Participants will be able to connect with employers in real time from the comfort of their home or office via desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone. The best part? It’s FREE TO ATTEND and it takes only a few minutes to register.
AIAA encourages you to register early. Prior to the event, employers can preview the resumes of participants and even schedule interviews!
See who will be there this May.
AIAA Professional Virtual Career Fair
Calling all aerospace professionals—recruiters representing some of the biggest names in the industry want to connect with talented professionals like you!
It’s never been easier to get in front of the employers that you want to work for, have face-to-face conversations, tell your story, and make a memorable impression.
By attending, you’ll be more than just another resume. Participants will be able to connect with employers in real time from the comfort of their home or office via desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone. The best part? It’s FREE TO ATTEND and it takes only a few minutes to register.
Past Organizations that Participated
- Aerojet Rocketdyne
- The Aerospace Corporation
- Ball Aerospace
- Bastion Technologies
- The Boeing Company
- Draper
- General Electric
- Gulfstream Aerospace
- HX5
- Jacobs
- Leidos
- Lockheed Martin
- Mathworks
- Mynaric
- National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)
- Raytheon Technologies Research Center
- Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC)
- Special Aerospace Services
- Stratolaunch
AIAA Professional Virtual Career Fair
Calling all aerospace professionals—recruiters representing some of the biggest names in the industry want to connect with talented professionals like you!
It’s never been easier to get in front of the employers that you want to work for, have face-to-face conversations, tell your story, and make a memorable impression.
By attending, you’ll be more than just another resume. Participants will be able to connect with employers in real time from the comfort of their home or office via desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone. The best part? It’s FREE TO ATTEND and it takes only a few minutes to register.
