Space Force Association upcoming events

Boston | Northeast Space Defense & Innovation Summit (Tuesday, June 16, 2026)

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT

The Northeast Space Defense & Innovation Summit (NESDIS): Evolving Space Services for Resilient Operations

NESDIS 2026 convenes leaders from government, military, industry, academia, and venture capital to accelerate the future of national security space from the Northeast.

Building on the momentum of last year’s inaugural summit, which brought together a cross-sector community to inform, connect, and ignite the region, NESDIS 2026 is designed as a mission-driven collider summit.

Summit Objectives

Mission Orientation – Ground innovation in real operational challenges facing the U.S. Space Force and joint force

Tech Transition – Bridge the gap from research and startup innovation to deployed, mission-critical capability

Trusted Networks – Build enduring relationships across government, academia, industry, and investors to accelerate collaboration

Why It Matters

The Northeast has world-class research institutions, emerging space startups, and increasing policy momentum, but remains under-integrated as a cohesive space ecosystem. NESDIS serves as a catalyst to unify this region, connecting innovation supply with national security demand.

This is where the Northeast space community moves beyond conversation and begins building together.

June 16 - Day 1 - SFA New England Unclas Space Summit Day

June 17 - Day 2 - AOC Secret Level Day

June 18 - Day 3 - AOC TS Level Day

Registration and full agenda available: https://app.memberplanet.com/#/event/aoc-patriotsroost/spacesummit2026

Falzarano June Warfighter Social (Wednesday, June 17, 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Space Coast | Magic of the Guardians Competition (Saturday, June 27, 2026)

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Please register using a .mil or .gov email address

Worried about your kids? We will also have a space for Mario Kart and Fortnite that the kiddos will be able to have fun at! This day is made possible by support from Ready. Set. Game.

Additional Event Details:

Magic of the Gathering: Capped at 32; DRAFT Style – no need to bring your decks as cards will be provided; bring any accessories you may need beyond cards.

Fortnite: Capped at 32

There will be prizes for the top three competitors in Magic: The Gathering and three prizes given to Fornite winners.

Dress of the Day: Gaming Wear

OTTI Reverse Industry Engagement - July 21, 2026 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026)

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 06:00:00 GMT

USSF Program Acquisition Executive for Infrastructure/System Delta 81 (SSC/SYD 81) is hosting a focused, single-day Industry Engagement Day with TIP, the U.S. Space Force System Program Manager (SPM) under SYD 81 responsible for Physical Test and Training Ranges under the Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI) program.

The day will feature government brief to industry, followed by industry briefs back to the government.

We're looking to connect with appropriately cleared industry partners whose solutions align to TIP's areas of interest:

TSPI Sensors

Collect measurements of test and training events at appropriate classification levels
Generate and distribute high-fidelity TSPI measurements in near real-time
Ability to test and evaluate desired performance
Real-time monitoring of all participants with ability for detailed debriefs and event replays
Support complex scenarios involving live spacecraft, virtual simulators, and constructive entities

Hardware-In-The-Loop (HWIL)

Closed loop capabilities
Realistic testing: simulate adversary actions to see how actual hardware responds
Repeatable and safe; able to run numerous tests with perfect repeatability to validate software patches, new algorithms, or hardware changes in a safe, controlled environment
Digital twin of the space domain; models orbital mechanics and able to incorporate threat landscape
Enable Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) Training

On-Orbit Assets

Interoperable with existing systems
Adherence to open architecture principles is highly desired
Multi-roles (Sensors, Surrogates)

REGISTER HERE

Before registering, please review the TIP-related content within the three OTTI architecture briefs at the top of OTTI’s SSC Front Door page:

https://sscfrontdoor.experience.crmforce.mil/SSCFrontDoor/s/sscotti

Additional event details, including agenda updates and preparation guidance, will be shared with confirmed participants.

For questions, reach out to Dolores Lowe (dolores.lowe@ussfa.org)

Space Coast | Spacepower T-Minus 10-Miler Pasta Dinner (Friday, December 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Event Details

Date: Friday, December 11, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m (Doors open at 5:00 pm)
Location: Sands Space History Center, 100 Spaceport Way, Cape Canaveral, FL

️ What to Expect

Dinner: A full buffet-style Italian dinner catered by local favorite, Brano's Italian Grill.
Race Prep: A dedicated 5-minute tactical race briefing from our Race Expert, covering the course map and critical parking updates.
Entertainment: Remarks from our special Guest Speaker and exclusive access to the museum's historical space exhibits.
Raffle: Don’t miss your chance to win highly sought-after USSF gear (yes, the socks are back!) and local community gift cards.

️ Tickets & Registration

Spots are strictly limited to 120 attendees, so please register early to secure your seat!

Adults (11+): $30
Children (6-10): $10
Children (5 & under): FREE

For Pasta Dinner registration questions: events@ussfa.org
For Pasta Dinner event questions: maria.quinn@spaceforce.mil