The USA Partnership Pavilion at
Paris Air Show 2025

9:30AM - 10:00AM  | U.S. Department of Commerce - Revitalizing U.S. Manufacturing

10:00AM - 11:00AM  | The Future of Aviation: Advanced Air Mobility in California

The cutting edge of aviation is happening now in California. Join this session to learn about how advanced air mobility is poised to revolutionize the aviation industry as we know it.

Presented by California 

11:00AM - 12:00PM  | Strategies for Navigating an Uncertain Trade Environment

The aerospace and defense sector is facing an uncertain trade environment. This session is designed to provide strategic insights to help industry leaders fortify their supply chains against disruptions. Attendees will learn about robust risk management practices, leverage technology for greater supply chain visibility, and develop adaptive strategies to manage the impact of tariffs. Join us to explore how resilience can be built into your supply chain, focusing on operational continuity and competitive advantage in the face of global trade uncertainties.

Presented by Deloitte 

12:00PM - 1:00PM  | Elevating Women: Tangible Strategies for a Dynamic Workforce

Join a powerful conversation with trailblazing women who are transforming the aviation and aerospace industry. Panelists will share personal anecdotes, highlight barriers they’ve faced, and offer actionable strategies to advance equity and inclusion across the sector. From mentorship and leadership to breaking systemic barriers, this session is a must for anyone committed to building a more dynamic and diverse aerospace workforce.

Hosted by Kallman and the Endeavour Scholarship 

1:00PM - 1:30PM | Build It Right the First Time: Cadence Systems Design Tools Decrease Time to Market

Product development in the Aerospace world has not changed significantly since the inception of the airplane. Using a “build, test, fix” infinite do-loop that is dependent on physical prototypes, cost overruns, and schedule delays has become normal business practice. And those cost overruns and schedule delays increase proportionally as the new aerospace platforms and systems become more sophisticated. When challenged to do better, those within this ecosystem simply say, “Things have always been done this way.”

However, the companies that comprise 60% of the U.S. GDP have changed the product development cycle. Using today’s electronic systems design tools, they DO NOT build any hardware until they know the design will perform as required. This “Test and Evaluate Before You Fabricate” product development methodology, once exclusive to semiconductors, has now been expanded to include entire platforms. Today’s computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and mechanical modeling and simulation, coupled with state-of-the-art electron design analysis tools, have resulted in significantly reduced flight testing. This results in systems that delight customers by exceeding their expectations in terms of operation and sustainment costs and agile modernization.

We shall present the benchmark suite of these tools, allowing your company to be the first to market with “gotta have” aerospace products and systems.

 Presented by: James S.B. Chew, Senior Global Group Director, Cadence

1:30PM - 2:00PM | Defence-Driven Innovation: SNC’s Role in Dual-Use Aerospace Manufacturing

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) exemplifies how dual-use aerospace manufacturing—blending commercial agility with defence-grade capabilities—drives innovation. Ohio’s robust aerospace ecosystem plays a critical role in supporting this dual-use approach.

Dive into how Ohio’s advanced manufacturing capabilities, skilled workforce, technology environment, aerospace prowess, and defence partnerships enable companies like SNC to develop cutting-edge technologies that serve both commercial and military markets. Learn more about the state’s strategic approach to fostering innovation at the intersection of defence and aerospace.

Moderated By:

• (ret) Joseph Zeis, Senior Advisor, Aerospace & Defense, Office of Governor Mike DeWine

Panelists

• Micah Newburg, Senior Director, JobsOhio Aerospace Sector Introductions
• General (ret.) John “JT” Thompson, USAF (moderator)
• Jon Piatt, Executive VP, Sierra Nevada Corporation
• General (ret.) Thomas Owen, USAF

Hosted by Ohio

2:00PM – 2:30PM | U.S. Industry Opportunity to Meet U.S. Ambassador to NATO

Opportunity to meet U.S. Ambassador to NATO, Ambassador Whitaker and hear U.S. priorities for NATO and cooperation with industry with time for Q&A session.

Hosted by NATO

9:00AM - 9:30AM  | The Next Aerospace Giants: Inside America’s Advanced Air Mobility Manufacturing Strategy

The U.S. aerospace industry is investing heavily in Advanced Air Mobility, as evidenced by major eVTOL/eCTOL manufacturing announcements. Companies like Beta Technologies and Joby Aviation are blazing trails through market integration, certification pathways, and scalable production.

Hear from industry leaders, including Beta and Joby, as they discuss the challenges and opportunities they have experienced as they continue to move AAM and eVTOL/eCTOL manufacturing forward. They will also discuss the importance of a supportive environment in the U.S., particularly the State of Ohio, which enables success and helps propel them toward scalable production and go-to-market strategies. As a leader in AAM, Ohio leverages the unique confluence of its manufacturing expertise, aerospace industry success, military foundation, commitment to advanced technology, regulatory partnerships, and infrastructure to support the industry's growth and the aerospace sector at large.

Panelists

• Sergio Cecutta, Founder of SMG Consulting (Moderator)
• JP Nauseef, President and CEO, JobsOhio
• JoeBen Bevirt, Founder and CEO, Joby Aviation
• Kyle Clark, Founder, CEO and Chairman, Beta Technologies

9:30AM - 10:00AM | Tomorrow’s Technologies for Today’s Challenges: Partnering with Safran DSI to Build the Future of U.S. Defense and Space

Join Joe Bogosian, President & CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (DSI), for an inside look at how DSI is advancing next-generation technologies to meet the evolving needs of U.S. defense and space operations. As Safran’s U.S. defense subsidiary, DSI is purpose-built to align with national security priorities—delivering advanced capabilities in AI-driven analytics, precision navigation, space propulsion, and more. Mr. Bogosian will highlight DSI’s core competencies and U.S. growth strategy and share how American companies can partner with DSI to scale innovation and drive mission impact.

Presented by SAFRAN 

10:00AM - 11:00AM  | Launching the Future: California’s Space Economy

Join this session to hear from leadership from across the aerospace sector about how California is catalyzing the future of the global space economy, growing launch capacity, and driving innovation in space tech.

Presented by California 

11:00AM - 12:00PM | Emerging Aerospace & Defense Companies: Embracing Innovation and New Horizons

The aerospace and defense sector is experiencing an exciting influx of new entrants, bringing fresh perspectives and innovative technologies to the forefront. This session will spotlight these emerging companies and the new world they are helping to shape. Attendees will explore the latest advancements in aerospace technology and the innovative avenues being pursued to put people and cargo in the air. The discussion will highlight the importance of embracing digital technologies, fostering innovation, and navigating the unique opportunities and challenges faced by new market players. Additionally, we will delve into the ecosystem of industry and adjacent partnerships that are crucial for driving collaboration and accelerating growth. Join us to discover how these pioneering companies, alongside strategic partnerships, are driving the future of aerospace and defense.

Presented by Deloitte 

12:00PM - 1:00PM | Fueling the Space Ecosystem: Access to the Capital, Infrastructure, and Propellants for the Growing Launch Market

Space is getting busier. With the space propulsion market expected to exceed $11B in the next 5-7 years, a fascinating ecosystem is emerging that's focused on enabling broader access to space to support both satellite deployment and exploration. There are critical resources needed to facilitate this growth and many will undergo some degree of transformation as this next frontier is tapped. Launch facilities will need to be more distributed and flexible to facilitate launch testing of a variety of vehicle types and propellant manufacturing also needs to become more distributed such that there is robust access to quantities needed locally to enable frequent ground testing and launch programs. During this panel you'll hear from startups and investors building in this ecosystem about the opportunities they're tackling (and how) as well as what keeps them up at night as they look towards ensuring the pillars of this nascent ecosystem emerge in a coherent, collectively beneficial way.

Panelists:

• Oscar Ruiz, Chief of the Biomaterials Branch, Materials & Manufacturing Directorate, Air Force Research Laboratory Fellow Energy Institute (FEI)
• Mukund Karanjikar, Founder & CEO, CleanJoule
• Andrew Duggleby, Founder & CTO, Venus Aerospace

Presented by CleanJoule  

1:00PM – 1:30PM | Integrated Engineering and Manufacturing

Improving the speed of product realization and increasing fleet readiness.

Presented by Intertec Engineering  

1:30PM – 2:00PM | From Static to Strategic: How Orbital Maneuverability is Reshaping Defense and Diplomacy in the Global Space Domain

As space becomes increasingly contested, congested, and competitive, maneuverability is emerging as the defining capability of next-generation space operations. But what is maneuverability in the space domain and do we even agree on what constitutes a “maneuver”? In this session, Portal Space Systems’ CEO and architect of SpaceX’s Raptor Engine, Jeff Thornburg, will explore the current state of in-orbit mobility, introduce the maneuverability suite aboard its Supernova spacecraft, and challenge the industry to think bigger about what hyper-maneuverable platforms can enable across mission sets. From dynamic repositioning and persistent multi-orbit operations to autonomous threat avoidance and in-space refueling, Supernova is designed to operate more like a fighter jet than a static satellite. The discussion will also highlight the need for shared international standards, defense alignment, and cross-domain interoperability to unlock the full potential of maneuverability - not just for one nation, but for a secure and collaborative global space domain.

Presented by Portal Space Systems 

2:30PM – 3:30PM | Constellation VIP Reception

• Join us for a special reception connecting our constellation of leading innovators and decision-makers in the space industry. Invitation only.

Presented by Kallman Worldwide  

9:30AM - 10:30AM  |  Foreign Military Sales 101

The U.S. Government’s Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Program is not an easy one to navigate, but the more one understands the complexities of the system, the more one can comprehend how it has been built to handle some of the most complex acquisitions in the world.

DSCA manages the DoD execution of the program and has taken ownership of educating the workforce regarding those complexities, including industry.  FMS 101 is aimed at giving an introductory understanding of the program along with a general layout of how DoD works with the Commerce and State departments on foreign partner procurements.

This brief is intended for smaller companies looking to expand into FMS-based sales or newer employees at larger companies that will be working within the FMS system.

Presented by Defense Security Cooperation Agency