Week ahead

Congress is out this week, but senior defense officials are scheduled to make a variety of appearances at industry conferences and think-tank events.

Tuesday

The Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association kicks off its Ft. Belvoir Industry Days conference at National Harbor, MD.

Wednesday

The Atlantic Council hosts a discussion with industry executives about how corporate size impacts defense contracting.

Thursday

The Army secretary goes to the Heritage Foundation to discuss building a more lethal force in an era of great power competition.

The National Defense Industrial Association hosts a breakfast with a professional staff member from the Senate Armed Services Committee.