Our theme for the 38th Annual ITEA Symposium is “Evolution of T&E in an Age of Rapid Technological Change”.  As always, our focus is on ensuring test and Evaluation (T&E) delivers the most cost-effective assurance to the warfighter that new systems coming into the force are suitable, survivable and effective.  This year will be another virtual conference coordinated by the Valley of the Sun Chapter from Phoenix, AZ and with Volunteers from across the entire ITEA community.  Please plan on both attending, and more importantly, participating in this year’s Annual Symposium.

Full papers submitted to the Symposium will automatically be considered for the Best Paper Award, and student papers for the Student Best Paper Award.

Papers should be 4800 words or less and 12 point font, but no specific format is required. They should be submitted in Microsoft Word or PDF format. Images should be at least 300 dots per inch resolution and in PDF, JPEG, TIFF, or EPS format. Titles should 12 words or less and abstracts 200 words or less.

Full papers are eligible for submission for publication in the ITEA Journal. Requirements for Journal articles are found at https://www.itea.org/submissions/

Papers must be objective and free of advertising and commercialism. Authors are responsible for submitting original work and for the accuracy of all material provided. It is the author’s responsibility to ensure that an article has not been published previously or is not being considered by another publication.

The following tutorials are being offered on Monday, September 13th in conjunction with the 2021 38th International Test & Evaluation Symposium. Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits will be awarded for completion of the tutorials. A certificate of completion will be provided upon request. 

The fee to attend a 4-hour tutorial is $205. If you would like to take a second course, your fee then becomes $385 for both classes . Upon registration, use the discount code “TWO-Tutorials” at checkout. Registration for a tutorial does not require registration for the Conference.

* ITEA also has a special group rate registration of  $150 per class (for three or more employees). We welcome you to take advantage of this limited time offer. See group tutorial reg form below for more information. 

Group Tutorial Registration Form

Tutorial Description PDF

We are delighted to announce our esteemed speakers! Please check back often as we continue to build our program and add new speakers. 

Each of the 4-hour Pre-Symposium Tutorials provide 4 contact hours of instruction (4 CPEs) that are directly applicable to your professional development program, including the Certified Test and Evaluation Professional Credential (CTEP).

In addition to the Pre-Symposium Tutorials, the Workshop provides 4 contact hours of instruction (4 CPEs) for each half-day, 8 contact hours of instruction (8 CPEs) for each full-day, or 20 contact hours of instruction (20 CPEs) for attending the full Symposium, that are directly applicable to your professional development program, including the Certified Test and Evaluation Professional Credential (CTEP).

Online Registration
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ITEA is very excited to be able to offer these reduced rates. Included in the cost of registration is access to all “on-demand” content up until October 31st. 

Regular Registration 
$400 – Non-Member*
$300 – ITEA Member 

Full-Time Government Employee or Active Duty
$300 – ITEA Member *

Full-Time Student
$25 – ITEA Member / Non-Member* 

Plenary Panelist or Track Session Presenter – $200 

Track Chair or Second Tutorial Instructor – $100

*Regular Registration rate includes one-year membership to ITEA.

Early T&E Career Professional (less than 5 years of T&E experience) VERIFICATION REQUIRED – Includes a one-year ITEA membership for Non-ITEA Member.

• $250 – Non-Member*
• $150 – ITEA Member 
• Download verification form here

SUBSTITUTION AND CANCELLATION POLICY: Substitutions are permitted. Refunds are not available within two (2) days prior to the start of the event. Requests for cancellation submitted after 2 days prior to the event will be subject to a 50% cancellation fee.

ITEA is a 501(c)(3) professional education association dedicated to the education and advancement of the test and evaluation profession. Registration fees, membership dues, and sponsorships are tax deductible.

Sponsorship opportunities are available to highlight your company before and during the Symposium. Let us know your budget and we’ll help you get noticed. NOTE: Sponsorship is tax deductible.

2021 Symposium Sponsorship Pledge Form

Why Exhibit

Don’t miss your opportunity to exhibit at the 2021 Symposium.  Commercial, academic, and government exhibits will play an integral part of this workshop. We’ll put you in the right place at the right time. Increase your visibility, network with key players, and show your support and commitment to the  industry and community! The virtual booth will include:

• Live Stream: Have a live video chat with attendees real-time. 
• Promo Video URL: Share a pre-recorded video with attendees visiting your booth.
• Company Description: Add a description of your company/organization.
• Offer Link: In the Offer area, add a special deal, discount, or reward for booth visitors.
• Products: Add pictures of products with description.
• Social Links: Include links to your social media so that interested attendees can stay up to date with your organization.
• Upload Documents: Provide any resources for attendees visiting your booth to view & download. 
• Chat: Chat in your booth or send a request for a private chat.
• Registration Included: Exhibit fee includes two (2) complimentary registrations but UNLIMITED booth personnel.

Virtual Exhibit Application

Virtual Booth Information

Please contact Lena Moran at Lena@itea.org for additional details.

Symposium Chair:Mr. Steve Woffinden, General Dynamics Mission Systems

Deputy Symposium Chair: J. Michael Barton, PhD, Parsons Fellow

Technical Program Chair: Erwin Sabile, Booz Allen Hamilton

Tutorial Chair: J. Michael Barton, PhD, Parsons Fellow

Exhibits and Sponsorship Chair: Ms. Lena Moran, Lena@itea.org 

Awards Committee Chair: Ms. Stephanie Clewer, SA-TECH

Additional Symposium Planners:

Dr. Ade Britton, T&E Campaign, QinetiQ
Mr. Terry Murphy, Deputy Director T&E Office, Department of Homeland Security
Ms. Kathi Swagerty, Air Academy Associates, Sec ITEA Valley of the Sun Chapter, Chair ITEA Corporate Development Committee
COL (R) Rick Bailer
Mr. Pete Christensen, ITEA Professional Development Committee Chair, Independent Consultant
Mr. Erwin Sabile, BAH, Symposium Chair 2022