Meeting Notices - South Bay

Tour of Systems Technology

South Bay Chapter meeting in Hawthorne on September 12

Agenda

7:15 – 7:30am Arrival, Networking, Meeting
7:30 – 7:40am Greeting and Introductions
7:40 – 9:00am Presentations and Tour:
• Introduction – Sanjeev Weerasuriya, CEO
• Other speakers – Specialists from:

o Engineering Services
o “Driving” Simulator
o Parachute Simulator
o Virtual Realty

More than 60 years ago, two men who literally wrote the book on aircraft dynamics and automatic control (McRuer and Ashkenas) executed their vision which was to become Systems Technology, Inc. (STI). Welcome to the world of STI, where complex dynamic systems and human operators intersect. STI is a technology company that develops engineering solutions and simulation products for complex moving machines and the humans that control them, from fixed-wing aircraft to rotorcraft, space vehicles to lighter than air, submarines to automobiles, which bridge the gap between engineering and human factors.

During the tour, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the sensation of jumping out of an airplane and free falling through the air before deploying the canopy and gliding down to the targeted landing location in our Parasim parachute simulator. Or perhaps, enjoy the thrill of piloting an F-18 Super Hornet to a successful carrier landing in the STI McFadden flight simulator. Lastly, you can test your motor skills with a trip around the block in our STISIM Driving Simulator.

Don’t miss the opportunity to come and learn about the innovative simulation technologies and aerospace engineering services that Systems Technology, Inc. has to offer.

Free for A&D Forum members (exclusive access until August 29), $40 for non-members ($30 Early Bird until September 5). For more information and to register to attend go to http://adfsbsep18.eventbrite.com.

Click here for more information about and to join The Aerospace & Defense Forum.

The South Bay Chapter of The Aerospace & Defense Forum is sponsored by Moss Adams, California Manufacturing Technology Consulting, and InVista Associates.

Tour of the James Webb Space Telescope

South Bay Chapter meeting in Redondo Beach on August 6

James Webb Space Telescope

Come join us to see the assembly currently underway of the James Webb Space Telescope at the Northrop Grumman Space Park in Redondo Beach. The Webb Telescope is the successor to the Hubble Telescope and will be the most technologically advanced space telescope ever made and when completed. It is being developed through a collaboration of NASA and other foreign Space Agencies. With an estimated overall cost of 10 billion dollars, this will probably be the most expensive assembly item you will ever witness.

Currently, the Hubble Telescope travels 354 miles from earth and orbits around earth. The Webb Telescope will orbit the sun at a distance of just under 1 million miles from earth. Because the Webb will end up so far into space, and will have an advanced infrared telescope, it will be able to view galaxies never before seen.

Aerospace in Motion Exhibit

In addition, we will tour Northrop’s interactive Aerospace in Motion Exhibit which displays the company’s past, present and future developments in aerospace.

Event Info
Monday, August 6, 2018
8:30am-8:45am: Registration & Networking
8:45am-10:15am: Meeting & Tour

Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems
Space Park – Redondo Beach
5470 Marine Avenue
Redondo Beach, CA 90278

Click here for Driving Directions – Northrop Grumman Space Park.
Click here for Map for Parking at the Northrop Grumman Space Park in Redondo Beach.

Must be a US citizen.

Registration closes at 7pm, Sunday, July 29

Free for A&D Forum members ($40 for non-members, $30 Early Bird until July 23). For more information and to register to attend go to http://adfsbaug18.eventbrite.com.

Click here for more information about and to join The Aerospace & Defense Forum.

The South Bay Chapter of The Aerospace & Defense Forum is sponsored by Moss Adams, California Manufacturing Technology Consulting, and InVista Associates.

LAX Operations Overview and Tour

South Bay Chapter meeting and tour of LAX on July 11

Gather at:
Los Angeles Fire Station Five
8900 Emerson Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90045

Join us at Los Angeles International Airport on Wednesday, July 11, 9:00am-11:30am PDT, when we will have a brief presentation and then a bus tour of LAX Airport.

9:00 A.M. Arrival
9:15 A.M. A & D Forum Moderator announcements and brief introductions
9:30 A.M. LAMP Presentation – Stephanie Sampson, Public Relations Manager for the Landside Access Modernization Program (LAMP)
10:05 A.M. LAX Airfield Tour (Approximate Start Time)
Opening comments from LAWA staff
Harold Johnson – Principal Public Relations Representative, LAX Community Relations
11:15 A.M. LAWA Midfield Satellite Concourse Drive by
Harold Johnson – Principal Public Relations Representative, LAX Airport Operations
11:30 A.M. Return to Fire Station Five, Group Photo

Limited to 30 attendees

Free for A&D Forum members ($40 for non-members, $30 Early Bird until July 4). For more information and to register to attend go to http://adfsbjul18.eventbrite.com.

Click here for more information about and to join The Aerospace & Defense Forum.

The South Bay Chapter of The Aerospace & Defense Forum is sponsored by Moss Adams, California Manufacturing Technology Consulting, and InVista Associates.

“Networking and Marketing in the Aerospace Industry”

South Bay Chapter meeting in Torrance on June 13

Networking and Marketing in the Aerospace Industry is critical for the growth and diversification of an aerospace supplier. Making connections throughout the industry can lead to knowing the right contacts for obtaining additional work. Many companies who support the Tier 1 and Tier 2 OEMs have great capabilities, and truly would like to expand their customer base. Their dilemma is finding the time to market their companies or even knowing who to reach out to in order to achieve a greater market share.

Join us in Torrance on Wednesday, June 13, 7:30–9:00am PDT, when Collin Jager, a strategic sourcing, and marketing expert supporting the Aviation, Space, and Defense industries, will talk about best practices for an aerospace supplier to expand on its customer relationships.

Free for A&D Forum members ($40 for non-members, $30 Early Bird until June 6). For more information and to register to attend go to http://adfsbjun18.eventbrite.com.

Click here for more information about and to join The Aerospace & Defense Forum.

The South Bay Chapter of The Aerospace & Defense Forum is sponsored by Moss Adams, California Manufacturing Technology Consulting, and InVista Associates.

Tour of Aerospace Corporation’s Exploration, Prototyping, and Innovation Center

South Bay Chapter meeting in El Segundo on May 9

Join us in El Segundo on Wednesday, May 9, 7:45-9:30am, for a presentation and tour of The Aerospace Corporation’s Exploration, Prototyping, and Innovation Center (EPIC). Presentations will include an overview of Aerospace’s iLab initiative, its research labs, Aerocube Smallsat Program, and associated intellectual property portfolio and licensing opportunities.

The Aerospace Corporation FFRDC was created in 1960 in response to a period of rapid growth in disruptive technologies. Our customers and the nation are looking to The Aerospace Corporation to be a leader in taking full advantage of commercial-sector innovation and continuing to develop new ways to use space for the public good. Aerospace’s EPIC serves as a focal point for innovation, collaboration and realization of new ideas to tackle complex problems through the clever and thoughtful integration of innovative technologies.

Free for A&D Forum members (who have exclusive access until April 10) and $40 for non-members ($30 Early Bird until April 17). Limited to U.S. citizens and holders of a permanent resident card (I-551). Limit of 30 attendees. Registration closes at 7pm, Tuesday, April 24. For more information and to register to attend go to http://adfsbmay18.eventbrite.com.

Click here for more information about and to join The Aerospace & Defense Forum.

The South Bay Chapter of The Aerospace & Defense Forumis sponsored by Moss Adams, California United Bank, Community Bank, California Manufacturing Technology Consulting, and InVista Associates.

Tour of Moog Aircraft Group Torrance

South Bay Chapter meeting in Torrance on April 11

Join us in Torrance on Wednesday, April 11, 7:30–9:00am PDT, when we will tour Moog Aircraft Torrance.

Moog Aircraft Group is a worldwide designer, manufacturer, and integrator of precision motion control products and systems. Moog’s high-performance systems control military and commercial aircraft, satellites and space vehicles, launch vehicles, missiles, industrial machinery, wind energy, marine applications, and medical equipment.

The Torrance support center provides repair and overhaul services to customers worldwide. The center focuses primarily on the support of precision rotary mechanical and electromechanical actuation products used in high-lift, leading edge and utility systems of various aircraft.

Free for A&D Forum members ($30 for non-members). Limited to US citizens and green card holders. Limit of 35 attendees. Registration closes at 7pm, Sunday, April 8. For more information and to register to attend go to http://adfsbapr18.eventbrite.com.

Click here for more information about and to join The Aerospace & Defense Forum.

The South Bay Chapter of The Aerospace & Defense Forumis sponsored by Moss Adams, California United Bank, Community Bank, California Manufacturing Technology Consulting, and InVista Associates.

“How to Defend Against Economic Espionage”

South Bay Chapter meeting in Torrance on March 14

(Note: By popular demand this is the fourth chapter having this presentation.)

You’ve taken all the recommended cybesecurity actions. You have secured ITAR areas. And you welcome tours by potential global customers and suppliers to show off your unique capabilities. Did you know that you could be losing valuable IP just by granting permission to “may I touch”?

Join us in Torrance on Wednesday, March 14, 7:30–9:00am PDT, when we will screen a film produced by the FBI followed by comments by FBI Special Agent Cheney Mak.

Economic espionage is real and securing the information that makes your corporation relevant is essential for its survival.

The event is free for A&D Forum members and $40 for non-members ($30 Early Bird until March 7). For more information and to register to attend go to http://adfsbmar18.eventbrite.com.

Click here for more information about and to join The Aerospace & Defense Forum.

The South Bay Chapter of The Aerospace & Defense Forum is sponsored by Moss Adams, California United Bank, Community Bank, and California Manufacturing Technology Consulting.

Tour of Brek Manufacturing Company

South Bay Chapter Meeting on Dec 13

Please join us on Wed, Dec 13, 8:30-10:00am in Gardena, CA for a tour of Brek Manufacturing Company. The Company, founded in 1968, is a leading manufacturer of large, complex structural components and sub-assemblies for the commercial and military aircraft markets.

The Company was acquired by Aernnova in April 2017.

Brek is a high performing supplier with world class machining capability producing a wide range of aluminum structural components such as bulkheads, floors, frames, ribs, spars, and longerons that are incorporated into virtually every aspect of an aircraft, from the fuselage to the wing tip

The Company is an award winning supplier to the world’s most attractive programs, such as the B737, B777, B787, A-380, F-18, F-15, F-35, V-22, CH-47, and UH-60, through a blue chip list of OEM and Tier I customers such as Boeing, Airbus, Northrop Grumman, SpaceX and Spirit Aerosystems

The tour will cover all areas of manufacturing including machining, assembly and inspection.

The event is free for A&D Forum members and $40 for non-members ($30 Early Bird until Dec 6). For more information and to register to attend go to http://adfsbdec17.eventbrite.com.

Click here for more information about and to join The Aerospace & Defense Forum.

The South Bay Chapter of The Aerospace & Defense Forum is sponsored by Moss Adams, California United Bank, Community Bank, and California Manufacturing Technology Consulting.

Western Museum of Flight Tour

South Bay Chapter Meeting on Nov 8

Please join us on Wed, Nov 8, 7:30-9:00am in Torrance, CA for a tour of the Western Museum of Flight. You will hear a short verbal history of the museum, the museum’s charter, its mission, its activities, a short history of the Torrance Airport and a very brief discussion of what you will see on the tour. You will also hear about the museum’s goals for expansion and being housed in a modern museum building at the east end of property.

The Western Museum of Flight is a non-profit, educational institution dedicated to preserving and displaying aircraft history and artifacts of Southern California’s aviation heritage. The Air Museum’s educational programs give children an opportunity to see and touch the airplanes that made aviation history. The Air Museum offers an inside look at completed and in-progress aircraft restoration projects. The Western Museum of Flight’s collection includes numerous Warbirds, aircraft and target drones, piston and jet aircraft engines, aircraft components, aircraft ejection seats, World War II instruments, aircrew accessories, and an extensive model aircraft collection.

The event is free for A&D Forum members and $40 for non-members ($30 Early Bird until Nov 1). For more information and to register to attend go to http://adfsbnov17.eventbrite.com.

Click here for more information about and to join The Aerospace & Defense Forum.

The South Bay Chapter of The Aerospace & Defense Forum is sponsored by Moss Adams, California United Bank, Community Bank, and California Manufacturing Technology Consulting.