Join military officials, defense innovators, investors, and federal stakeholders for closed-door discussions on uncrewed, autonomous, and robotic systems integration and innovation at the Washington Marriott at Metro Center in Washington, DC from October 28-29, 2025.
From securing critical supply chains to strengthening the modern defense industrial base, AUVSI Defense explores the integration of autonomy in support of national resilience, innovation, and strategic deterrence. Don’t miss critical discussions on the coordinated evolution of multi-domain autonomous technologies, the rapid and secure integration of uncrewed systems, the future of defense innovation, and the vital role of interoperability in enhancing warfighter protection.
Why You Should Attend AUVSI Defense
AUVSI Defense closes the gap between innovation, implementation, and operational capabilities, enabling the Department of Defense and industry to jointly shape the future of mission-critical autonomy.
Held in parallel with the broader national imperative to modernize America’s industrial and security infrastructure, AUVSI Defense is where public and private leaders converge to address pressing challenges, including:
- Mitigating the risk of reliance on adversarial nations.
- Identifying supply chain vulnerabilities.
- Accelerating the operational deployment of next generation autonomous capabilities.
This multi-domain program brings together military, government, and industry leaders to foster the relationships and insights needed to meet constantly shifting global threats and close the gap between innovation and operational capability in support of the warfighter.
Engage at the intersection of policy, innovation, and defense.
What You’ll Accomplish
AUVSI Defense serves to accelerate the development, integration, and procurement of autonomous and uncrewed technologies across the Department of Defense by:
- Address current capability gaps and highlight the importance of commercial integration to meet national security priorities.
- Advance strategic conversations around U.S. innovation, supply chain resilience, and global competitiveness.
- Showcase cutting-edge autonomy and uncrewed system capabilities that are ready for real-world application across domains.
Bottom Line: For Government
AUVSI Defense is where advanced technologies meet application in support of the warfighter. This is the premier event for government leaders, program managers, and policymakers to engage directly with industry innovators and manufacturers developing cutting-edge uncrewed, autonomous, and robotic technologies that enhance operational readiness and support strategic deterrence. With policy and funding landscapes shifting rapidly, this is where the next phase of autonomy integration begins.
Bottom Line: For Industry
AUVSI Defense is where industry connects directly with the Department of Defense, aligning capabilities with urgent operational needs and national policy priorities. Whether you’re developing autonomous platforms, components, software, or security solutions, this is the room where commercial innovation meets mission execution. Join the leaders who are shaping the future of defense technology.
