Unmanned Systems West Summit 2024

September 25-26, 2024 - San Diego, CA, United States

An International Forum for Capability Advancement and Collaboration UAS-UGV-USV-UUV-Robotics

Join us this Fall as we explore the cutting-edge capabilities and tactical advantages unmanned systems offer to modern defense and security operations, as well as discovering how unmanned systems are enhancing intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities, enabling real-time situational awareness and informed decision-making in complex operational environments.

Topics the Summit will Cover Include:

  • Redefining the Autonomy Battlespace: Connective Tissue for Mission Autonomy
  • Future Tactical UAS (FTUAS) Platforms, Payloads & State of the Art Emerging ISR Capabilities
  • Air Force UAS applications for Adversary Air (ADAIR-UX)
  • NATO Maritime Unmanned Systems (MUS), A Multinational Effort

About the Conference

By attending the 3rd Annual Unmanned Systems West Conference, you will gain invaluable insights into the latest advancements in UxS, ranging from drones and robotic platforms to AI-powered systems and autonomous vehicles. Network with military/government and industry experts to explore the diverse applications of unmanned systems in intelligence gathering, surveillance, reconnaissance, logistics, and even combat scenarios. With geopolitical dynamics constantly shifting, attending this event will help equip you with the knowledge and awareness necessary to navigate the complexities of the modern battlefield, shape defense strategies, and contribute to the future of national security.

Conference Highlights

  • Explore the cutting-edge capabilities and tactical advantages UxS offers to today’s combat, multi domain and DoD support operations.
  • Gain the knowledge and awareness essential to negotiate the complexity of the modern battlefield, as well as discuss innovative defense strategies.
  • Contribute to the advancement of national security in an era where geopolitical forces are continuously changing.
  • Build effective partnerships across the UxS community to stay up-to-date on the latest developments and establish critical business partnerships with key decision-makers in the unmanned systems sector.

Co-Chairs

  • Lieutenant General (USMC-ret) Steven R. Rudder, Former Deputy Commandant for Aviation, USMC, Former Commanding General, United States Marine Corps Forces, Pacific
  • Bryan Scurry, Former SES, & Executive Director, Commander Naval Air Forces Naval Air Systems Command

Industry & Academia

  • Lichen “Scuba” Pursley, Director, INDOPACOM General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
  • CDR Sophia Haberman, USN, Commander Unmanned Surface Vehicles Division ONE (USVDIV-1)
  • Neil “Cowboy” Zerbe, CEO Defense Industry Partners

DoD & Government Speakers

  • Alex Zimmer, MK 18 UUV Autonomy & AI/ML Data Dominance (ATR) Lead Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific, (NIWC)
  • Capt (USN-ret) George Galdorisi, Director, Corporate Strategy Strategic Assessments and Technical Futures, Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC)
  • Dr. Gregory Power, Program Manager, Senior Research Engineer HQ, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command
  • Joel Young, USINDOPACOM (UUV SME) HQ, US Indo-Pacific Command, J81 Innovation & Experimentation Division
  • Mark “Bum” Steers, Trident Warrior Operations Lead NAVWAR 5.2/C3F N8/9 Fleet Experimentation
  • Capt Justin Shin, USMC, Intelligence Officer, S-2, Battalion Landing Team 1/5 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit
  • Christopher Collins, SES, Executive Director, Developmental Test, Evaluation, and Assessments OUSD(R&E)

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Venue

Four Points by Sheraton
8110 Aero Drive, 92123
San Diego, CA, USA

Phone: 1 (888) 236-2427