2026 Complex Systems Technical Meeting

The VFS Redstone Chapter is sponsoring the Development, Affordability and Qualification of Complex Systems technical meeting on Feb. 4–5, 2026.

To achieve the desired capabilities of next generation vertical lift, the modern aircraft has evolved into a highly interconnected assembly of disparate systems. Acquisition strategy now values experimentation, learning through prototypes, and speed of acquisition over traditional approaches. This is currently being showcased in the FLRAA (Future Long Range Assault Aircraft) development programs, uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), technical refresh of Enduring Fleet, and increased focus on MOSA (Modular Open Systems Approach). The complexity of the system continues to accelerate, while assessment and qualification methods race to address the scale and interactive, non-deterministic nature of the solutions. Leading experts from the government, academia, and industry will discuss the challenges of affordably developing and qualifying these complex systems. The Technical Meeting offers an excellent opportunity to present and discuss advances across the aircraft system as well as new approaches targeting the challenging subject.

Venue: TBD

Call for Papers: Papers and presentations are invited from all Complex Systems disciplines including Development, Qualification, and Affordability. Refer to the Call for Papers for detailed information.

Abstract Deadline: November 21, 2025. Please submit all abstracts to meetings@redstone.vtol.org..

General Chair: Mr. Eric Grigorian, Georgia Tech Research Institute

Technical Chair: Tia Larsen-Calcano, US Army DEVCOM AvMC