Space Innovation Challenge

National Harbor, MD • August 27-29, 2025
Co-Located with MOSA Industry & Government Summit

Space Industry and Government Innovation Challenge

SPACE INNOVATION CHALLENGE & $100K PRIZE

Join us at the Space Innovation Challenge, where leading innovators will present breakthrough solutions to an expert panel of industry, government, and investment leaders. These space-based technologies not only drive progress in orbit but also create ripple effects across a wide range of industries—including communications, national security, climate monitoring, logistics, and healthcare.

The top innovators will compete for the $100K prize pool, sponsored by Advanced Technology International (ATI). Challenge organizers have interest in civilian, military, and dual-use technologies. This innovation challenge program offers solution providers a unique opportunity to showcase their transformative ideas and shape the future of space exploration and its impact here on Earth.

SUBMIT INNOVATION – DUE MAY 2

Key Focus Areas:

AI, ML, LLM and Data Analysis Capabilities
Air, Space, Land, Cyber Domain Awareness
ACommand, Control, Cyber Operations
AIn-Space Manufacturing
AOffensive/Defensive Digital and Cyber Toolsets
APositioning, Navigation, Timing
ASatellite Communications
ASpace Access, Mobility, Logistics
ASpace-Based Earth Observation
ASpace Defense, Security
ASurveillance, Reconnaissance, Tracking
AUAS, Robotics, Autonomy

Who Should Apply

Companies of all sizes and commercial maturity are welcome! Apply if you have technologies representing cutting-edge space solutions in communications, computing, or operations technology for enhanced performance, safety and resilience. Challenge organizers have interest in civilian, military, and dual-use technologies.

How to Participate

Complete the online application. If selected, you will be invited to pitch your technology top OEMS and military tech scouts in National Harbor, MD during the Space Industry and Government Summit. There is no-fee to participate.

SUBMIT INNOVATION - DUE MAY 2

Pitch Event

TechConnect will notify finalists by mid-May. If selected, selected companies must register using a provided code within the week to confirm participation.

Pitch Date: TBD

Location: Gaylord National Hotel and Conference Center | National Harbor MD