March 31 - April 6, 2025
Schedule of Events
Stafford Air & Space Museum Days
To celebrate Aerospace Week, The Stafford Air & Space Museum will be offering 1/2 off tickets all week!
Aerospace Week Kickoff and Networking Event
Kick off Aerospace Week with a happy hour networking event hosted by OKCID at Innovation Hall. Join leaders and innovators in aerospace and defense for an evening of meaningful connections and discussions. Tickets are free, but registration is required to secure your spot. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and engage with the people shaping the future of Oklahoma’s aerospace industry.
OADII: Integrating Technology & Policy to Strengthen National Defense
Integrating Technology & Policy to Strengthen National Defense
Join the Oklahoma Aerospace and Defense Industry Institute (OADII) for an in-depth Aerospace Defense Symposium, where experts and leaders will discuss the latest advancements, challenges, and opportunities in aerospace defense. This ticketed event offers a unique opportunity to gain insights from top industry professionals and network with key players in the field. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation shaping the future of aerospace defense.
Aero Oklahoma: Advocacy and Awareness Day
Join us Wednesday, April 2, 2024, from 9a-2p for "AERO Oklahoma" Aviation, Aerospace & Defense Awareness Day at the State Capitol.
OK ACES Career Fair
Oklahoma Aerospace Commerce Economic Services (ACES) will host a free career fair for job seekers. Some of Oklahoma’s leading aerospace companies will host recruitment booths at the career fair to discuss open positions in the industry and provide job search tips for attendees, as well as on-the-spot interview opportunities.
The FREE ACES Aerospace Career Fair is your “can’t miss” hiring event of the year! From high school students to senior engineers, there will be aerospace companies with immediate openings for every level of qualification. Participating employers include The Boeing Company, Northrop Grumman, the Federal Aviation Administration and more.
Skyward Connections: Aligning Oklahoma's UAS Industry to Federal Opportunities
Skyward Connections
Aligning Oklahoma's UAS Industry to Federal Opportunities
Join us for Skyward Connections to hear from industry experts on securing federal contracts, building key relationships, and navigating challenges. Stay for the networking reception to connect directly with leaders in aerospace and UAS. Don't miss out—reserve your FREE spot today!
Agenda
Opening Remarks
Panel Discussion
Audience Q&A
Networking Cocktail Reception
Key Discussion Topics:
Effective strategies for marketing capabilities to federal decision-makers.
Insights on engaging with federal agencies to build lasting relationships.
Navigating common challenges and pitfalls in pursuing federal contracts.
The significance of partnerships and collaborations to strengthen Oklahoma’s aerospace sector.
Leveraging state and local initiatives, such as the UAS Cluster Initiative, for federal-level visibility.
Panelists
Moderator: Kinsley Jordan
Oklahoma State Director, UAS Cluster Initiative
Director of Strategic Innovation, OSU OAIRE
Regional Engagement Principal (CTR), National Security Innovation Network (NSIN)
Director, Aerospace & Defense, OK Dept of Commerce, ACES
Former Director of Unmanned Aerial Systems and Launched Effects Program, Oklahoma Army National Guard
OAIRE’s Emerging Technology in Aerospace Symposium
Join the Oklahoma Aerospace Institute for Research and Education (OAIRE) for the Emerging Technology in Aerospace Symposium, an event showcasing cutting-edge advancements and innovations transforming the aerospace sector. This symposium brings together industry experts, researchers, and technology leaders to share insights, discuss trends, and explore the future impact of emerging technologies in aerospace. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and stay at the forefront of aerospace innovation.
OKCID Student Aero Day (Invitation Only)
This invite-only event offers OKCPS students a unique opportunity to explore the exciting world of aerospace careers available in Oklahoma. Through interactive sessions, industry presentations, and hands-on activities, students will gain insights into diverse career paths and connect with professionals leading the industry.
Panelist
Dr. Kat Gardner-Vandy
Assistant Professor of Aviation and Space at OSU
President of Long Wave Inc.
Darron Lampkin
Founder of Class Matters
Alisha White
J.D Director of Contract Operations at Boeing
Dorinda Risenhoover
Education Coordinator at NASA OKSG/ NASA EPSCoR
David Zahn
NASA Ames Research Pilot/Pilot/Principal Investigator at FAA MMAC
OKCID Aerospace Community Night
Soar into an evening of aerospace fun, featuring exhibits, trivia, Pixar's Planes, and a drone light show
As part of OKCID's second-annual Aerospace Week, dive into interactive STEAM activations and live aerospace demonstrations. Challenge your aviation knowledge with trivia in the café (with a prize for the winner!), catch Pixar's Planes on the big screen in the event hall, and cap off the night with an exhilarating drone light show presented by OSU OAIRE. Join us for a soaring celebration of Oklahoma's thriving aerospace industry! The first 50 attendees will receive complimentary swag bags.
Trivia and the movie will start at 6p.
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