Conference Day 1 | November 19

Invitation Only

Sponsored by: RTX

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• Integration Challenges and Solutions: Discuss effective strategies for accelerating integration across distributed maritime operations, including fleet, joint, and coalition deployments 
• Operational Resilience Strategies: Explore current initiatives and plans for bolstering resilience to ensure continuous operation and mission success in dynamic maritime environments 
• Leadership Perspectives: Share insights on leadership approaches in navigating complexities, fostering collaboration, and aligning operational objectives in support of the fight 

Rear Admiral Susan BryerJoyner

Director, Warfighting Integration Directorate, N2N6I, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations
United States Navy

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• Recent Demonstration at EDGE 24 proved validat3d the potential for collaborative mission autonomy to enhance enable launched effects capabilities 
• Implications of collaborative autonomy for launched effects capability now and into the future 

Sponsored by: RTX

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Bernd Knox

Business Development Senior Manager, Mission Autonomy
Collins Aerospace, an RTX business

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• Agile Acquisition Processes: Discuss the shift towards agile methodologies in acquiring command and control systems to enhance responsiveness to emerging threats. 
• Collaboration with Industry: Highlight partnerships with industry leaders to drive innovation and expedite the delivery of advanced capabilities. 
• Streamlined Approvals: Outline efforts to reduce bureaucratic hurdles in the acquisition process for faster deployment of C4ISR systems. 

Mr Matt Roper

Chief, Joint Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance,
NATO Communications and Information Agency

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Todd Hashbarger

Command and Control Division Chief
Office of the Secretary of Defense for Acqusition and Sustainment

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• Harnessing AI for Decision Superiority: Discuss the role of AI and ML in enhancing decision-making capabilities across Air Force missions. Dive into AFRL’s research and development efforts to achieve decision superiority in dynamic and contested operational environments 
• Cyber Resilience: Address AFRL’s initiatives to strengthen cyber resilience and information assurance across Air Force networks and systems. Highlight research focused on developing innovative cybersecurity solutions, proactive threat detection techniques, and resilient information architectures to safeguard mission-critical data and operations 
• Advancing Situational Awareness and Mission Effectiveness: AFRL’s efforts to advance data fusion, information integration, and situational awareness capabilities for Air Force missions 

Marc Ohmer

Chief Engineer, Information Directorate
Air Force Research Laboratory

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• Define PEO C4I's mission and its role within the broader C4ISR landscape. Highlight specific capabilities and technologies managed by PEO C4I, such as command and control systems, communications networks, and information warfare capabilities 
• Discuss current challenges faced by PEO C4I in enhancing C4ISR capabilities, including technological advancements, cybersecurity threats, and interoperability issues. Outline specific needs and priorities for future development to address emerging threats and operational requirements 
• Showcase recent innovations and successes achieved by PEO C4I in advancing C4ISR capabilities. Provide insights into future initiatives and technological advancements planned by PEO C4I to maintain technological superiority and readiness in the C4ISR domain 

Dr. William Luebke

Program Executive Officer, Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Intelligence (PEO C4I)
US Navy

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• Comprehensive Domain Awareness: Discuss how the integration of space sensors into CJADC2 enhances the system’s ability to provide comprehensive domain awareness across all operating environments 
• Real-Time Data Fusion and Analysis: Examine the role of space sensors data in enabling real-time data fusion and analysis within CJADC2 
• Enhancing Command and Control Capabilities: Discuss how space-derived information enables commanders to gain strategic advantage by improving their ability to anticipate, plan, and respond to emerging threats and opportunities in near-real time 

Major General Robert Claude

Mobilization Assistant to the Chief of Space Operations
United States Air Force HQ

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• Digital twin integration with the modeling and simulation environments 
• Faster Than Real Time (FTRT) simulation for rapid prototyping and iteration 
• Hardware in the loop (HWIL) test environments to improve confidence in system interfaces 

Sponsored by: RTX

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Troy Bergeron

Principal Systems Engineer, Autonomy & Mission Engineering Solutions
Collins Aerospace, an RTX business

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• Overview of the Coast Guard's current acquisition programs and projects aimed at enhancing maritime domain awareness and operational effectiveness. 
• Challenges and opportunities in integrating advanced C4ISR technologies into Coast Guard vessels and shore facilities to support mission readiness and response capabilities. 
• Future outlook on the Coast Guard's strategic initiatives for modernizing its command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities to meet evolving maritime security challenges 

Captain Chad Long

Assistant Program Executive Officer for Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, and Intelligence (C5I) Programs
United States Coast Guard

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• Adapting Training to Emerging Threats: Discuss the methods and strategies employed by the 505th Command and Control Wing to integrate emerging threat scenarios into command-and-control training exercises. Highlight the importance of agility and realism in preparing personnel to counteract advanced cyber, electronic warfare, and other technological threats 
• Enhancing Interoperability in Multinational Environments: Explore the initiatives and practices aimed at improving multinational command and control interoperability. Address how the 505th Wing collaborates with allied forces to ensure seamless integration of capabilities and responses, particularly in scenarios involving the Pacing Threat's sophisticated technologies 
• Utilizing Simulation and Advanced Technologies: Detail the role of simulation technologies and advanced training methodologies in preparing personnel to confront the Pacing Threat. Discuss specific simulations, virtual environments, and technologies used by the 505th Wing to simulate real-world scenarios and enhance decision-making capabilities under pressure 

Colonel Ryan Hayde

Commander, 505th Command and Control Wing
US Air Force

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