Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Midwest Microelectronics Consortium- MMEC ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://mmeconsortium.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Summer Newsletter](https://mmeconsortium.org/summer-newsletter/) - read more - [MMEC announces the appointment of Dr. Matt Casto as Chief Executive Officer](https://mmeconsortium.org/mmec-announces-the-appointment-of-dr-matt-casto-as-chief-executive-officer/) - read more - [Autonomous Insight-to-Action through a human-in-the-loop collaboration with Agentic AI and Digital Twins](https://mmeconsortium.org/autonomous-insight-to-action-through-a-human-in-the-loop-collaboration-with-agentic-ai-and-digital-twins/) - [Scalebridge Labs Silicon Catalyst Initiative](https://mmeconsortium.org/scalebridge-labs-silicon-catalyst-initiative/) - read more - [MMEC Welcomes James Chew of Intel to its Board of Directors](https://mmeconsortium.org/mmec-welcomes-james-chew-of-intel-to-its-board-of-directors/) - read more - [WEBINAR: The 10 Fatal Flaws of a DCSA Security Review](https://mmeconsortium.org/ten-fatal-flaws/) - In the current 2026 industrial security landscape, the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) has transitioned completely away from “paper compliance”. - [New Member Orientation and the 2026 Q2 Member Meeting](https://mmeconsortium.org/new-member-orientation-and-the-2026-q2-member-meeting/) - New Member Orientation and Q2 Member Meeting. June 11th, 3pm and 330pm. - [MMEC and the National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence (NAAMCE) Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Advance US Leadership in Advanced Air Mobility and Microelectronics](https://mmeconsortium.org/naamce/) - read more - [SSIB 2026](https://mmeconsortium.org/ssib-2026/) - Regeneron ISEF is coming to Phoenix, Arizona! The Regeneron ISEF event week will be held from May 9-15, 2026 at the Phoenix Convention Center. - [XPONENTIAL 2026](https://mmeconsortium.org/xponential-2026/) - Regeneron ISEF is coming to Phoenix, Arizona! The Regeneron ISEF event week will be held from May 9-15, 2026 at the Phoenix Convention Center. - [CSMANTECH](https://mmeconsortium.org/csmantech/) - Regeneron ISEF is coming to Phoenix, Arizona! The Regeneron ISEF event week will be held from May 9-15, 2026 at the Phoenix Convention Center. - [Regeneron ISEF 2026](https://mmeconsortium.org/regeneron-isef-2026/) - Regeneron ISEF is coming to Phoenix, Arizona! The Regeneron ISEF event week will be held from May 9-15, 2026 at the Phoenix Convention Center. - [The MMEC Announces $44.5M in Project Year 2 Awards for DoW Microelectronics Commons](https://mmeconsortium.org/the-mmec-announces-44-5m-in-project-year-2-awards-for-dow-microelectronics-commons/) - read more - [MMEC Welcomes Dr. John M. Horack of The Ohio State University to its Board of Directors](https://mmeconsortium.org/mmec-welcomes-dr-john-m-horack-of-the-ohio-state-university-to-its-board-of-directors/) - read more - [April Newsletter](https://mmeconsortium.org/april-newsletter/) - read more - [July Newsletter](https://mmeconsortium.org/july-newsletter/) - read more - [September Newsletter](https://mmeconsortium.org/september-newsletter/) - read more - [January Newsletter](https://mmeconsortium.org/january-newsletter/) - read more - [Space Foundation: Space Symposium](https://mmeconsortium.org/space-foundation-space-symposium/) - Space Symposium is the premier event uniting global space professionals from all sectors, providing a unique platform to explore critical space issues, foster dialogue, and drive innovation across the space industry. - [Enabling Post-Quantum Security on Non-Post-Quantum Devices](https://mmeconsortium.org/enabling-post-quantum-security-on-non-post-quantum-devices/) - [Microelectronics Operations, Sustainment, Acquisition, and Infrastructure Capabilities (MOSAIC)](https://mmeconsortium.org/microelectronics-operations-sustainment-acquisition-and-infrastructure-capabilities-mosaic/) - [Request for Solutions (RFS) Release: Drake Docking Station (DS) Development](https://mmeconsortium.org/request-for-solutions-rfs-release-drake-docking-station-ds-development/) - [Register TODAY for the MMEC Annual Meeting](https://mmeconsortium.org/register-today-for-the-mmec-annual-meeting/) - MMEC Annual Meeting Registration - [MMEC Launches ScaleBridge Labs to Accelerate Dual-Use Microelectronics Innovation](https://mmeconsortium.org/mmec-launches-scalebridge-labs-to-accelerate-dual-use-microelectronics-innovation/) - The MMEC today announced the official launch of ScaleBridge Labs (SBL), a first-of-its-kind incubator and accelerator dedicated to advancing dual-use microelectronics technologies focusing on both national security and commercial applications. Read more - [Why GaN?](https://mmeconsortium.org/why-gan/) - [GaN CHALLENGE SELECTION SUMMARY](https://mmeconsortium.org/gan-challenge-selection-summary/) - Of the white papers received, eleven design teams and twelve circuit concepts were selected for inclusion on the GaNPA MPW. Selected design teams are a mix of academic groups and small businesses. Read more - [Congratulations to Scott Sullivan – Ambassador Award Honoree](https://mmeconsortium.org/congratulations-to-scott-sullivan-ambassador-award-honoree/) - Please join us in congratulating Scott A. Sullivan, MMEC Architect and longtime leader in the Dayton/Miami Valley defense and technology community, on being honored with the Air Force Association Ambassador Award. Read more - [Complete Your Interest Application for the MIST Workshop!](https://mmeconsortium.org/complete-your-interest-application-for-the-mist-workshop/) - Dont miss your chance to be part of the MIST Workshop: From Atoms to Arrays happening October 16–17, 2025 at Ohio State Universitys Blackwell Inn & Pfahl Hall Conference Center. Read more - [MMEC and the Texoma Semiconductor Tech Hub (TSTH), led by SMU, have signed a strategic MOU to accelerate U.S. semiconductor innovation, workforce development, and national competitiveness.](https://mmeconsortium.org/mmec-and-the-texoma-semiconductor-tech-hub-tsth-led-by-smu-have-signed-a-strategic-mou-to-accelerate-u-s-semiconductor-innovation-workforce-development-and-national-competitiveness/) - This collaboration unites two CHIPS and Science Act recognized hubs with complementary missions: • MMEC – advancing microelectronics from lab-to-fab-to-mission • Texoma Semiconductor Tech Hub – unifying the semiconductor supply chain in North Texas & Southern Oklahoma Read more - [Vets to Drones](https://mmeconsortium.org/vets-to-drones/) - [Tony Vengel On Leadership, Innovation, and Driving Success](https://mmeconsortium.org/tony-vengel-on-leadership-innovation-and-driving-success/) - [From the Lab to the Warfighter: Dr. Matt Casto on Securing America’s Microelectronics](https://mmeconsortium.org/from-the-lab-to-the-warfighter-dr-matt-casto-on-securing-americas-microelectronics/) - [The MMEC invites all members to join the MMEC Annual Meeting, December 10-11 in Columbus Ohio.](https://mmeconsortium.org/mmec-annual-meeting/) - More Information - [The Midwest Microelectronics Consortium Announces Hiring of Director of Programs](https://mmeconsortium.org/mmec-announces-hiring-of-director-of-programs/) - Read more - [CHIPS Manufacturing USA Institute Competition](https://mmeconsortium.org/chips-manufacturing-usa-institute-competition-2/) - Read more - [The Midwest Microelectronics Consortium Announces Hiring of Chief Technology Officer (CTO).](https://mmeconsortium.org/the-midwest-microelectronics-consortium-announces-hiring-of-chief-technology-officer-cto/) - Read more - [DOD Microelectronics Roadshow Connects with The Midwest Microelectronics Consortium to Accelerate Prototyping of Advanced Microchips.](https://mmeconsortium.org/dod-microelectronics-roadshow-connects-with-the-midwest-microelectronics-consortium-to-accelerate-prototyping-of-advanced-microchips/) - Read more - [The MMEC will be exhibiting at GOMACTech 2024 March 19-20 in Charleston, SC Booth #816. Our focus will be on providing information on the MMEC as well as enabling collaboration opportunities for our members, their technology, capabilities, and products.](https://mmeconsortium.org/the-mmec-will-be-exhibiting-at-gomactech-2024-march-19-20-in-charleston-sc-booth-816-our-focus-will-be-on-providing-information-on-the-mmec-as-well-as-enabling-collaboration-opportunities-for-our-m/) - Read more - [The Midwest Microelectronics Consortium Announces Collaboration with Mid-Atlantic Semiconductor Collaborative Members.](https://mmeconsortium.org/the-midwest-microelectronics-consortium-announces-collaboration-with-mid-atlantic-semiconductor-collaborative-members/) - Read more - [Submit Your Abstract](https://mmeconsortium.org/submit-your-abstract/) ## Pages - [MMEC™ Consortium](https://mmeconsortium.org/) - [Technologies & Collaboration](https://mmeconsortium.org/technologies-collaboration/) - [Digital](https://mmeconsortium.org/digital/) - [News](https://mmeconsortium.org/news/) - [About Us](https://mmeconsortium.org/about-us/) - [Events](https://mmeconsortium.org/events/) - [Opportunities](https://mmeconsortium.org/opportunities/) - [Ecosystem](https://mmeconsortium.org/ecosystem/) - [careers](https://mmeconsortium.org/careers/) - [Workforce Development](https://mmeconsortium.org/workforce-development/) - [Capital](https://mmeconsortium.org/capital/) - [Infrastructure](https://mmeconsortium.org/infrastructure/) - [Blog](https://mmeconsortium.org/blog/) - [Contact](https://mmeconsortium.org/contact/) - [Secure Edge Working Group In-Person RSVP](https://mmeconsortium.org/secure-edge-working-group-in-person-rsvp/) - Please RSVP below for the MMEC Secure Edge Working Group RSVP: Thursday October 23rd 9:00-4:30 University of Maryland Campus (room details to be announced) - [On-Site EO/IR Working Group Registration](https://mmeconsortium.org/on-site-eo-ir-working-group-registration/) - [Careers](https://mmeconsortium.org/mmec-careers/) - [Emphasis Areas](https://mmeconsortium.org/emphasis-areas/) - [Internships](https://mmeconsortium.org/internships/) - [Internship Project Request Form](https://mmeconsortium.org/internship-project-request-form/) - [Jobs](https://mmeconsortium.org/jobs/) - [wpjb_jobs_list] - [Candidate Registration](https://mmeconsortium.org/candidate-registration/) - [wpjb_candidate_register] - [Membership Pricing](https://mmeconsortium.org/membership-pricing/) - [wpjb_membership_pricing] - [Candidate Membership Pricing](https://mmeconsortium.org/candidate-membership-pricing/) - [wpjb_candidate_membership] - [Working Group Meeting Request](https://mmeconsortium.org/working-group-meeting-request/) - [Search Internships](https://mmeconsortium.org/search-internships/) - [CFT Feedback: Request a Follow Up Meeting](https://mmeconsortium.org/cft-feedback-request-a-follow-up-meeting/) - [MMEC Working Groups](https://mmeconsortium.org/working-groups/) - [TVIP Information Meeting Recording Request](https://mmeconsortium.org/tvip-information-meeting-recording-request/) - Thank You for your interest in the recording of our NATCAST TVIP Member Overview meeting. Please complete the brief form below and you will be provided the links to both the slides and meeting recording on the confirmation page. - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://mmeconsortium.org/frequently-asked-questions/) - [Event Questions](https://mmeconsortium.org/event-questions/) - [Event Registration](https://mmeconsortium.org/event-registration/) - [Capabilities Explanations](https://mmeconsortium.org/capabilities-explanation/) - [Application for Employment](https://mmeconsortium.org/application-for-employment/) - [Capabilities Questionairre](https://mmeconsortium.org/capabilities-questionairre/) - [Access Request](https://mmeconsortium.org/access-request/) - [Project Abstract Submission](https://mmeconsortium.org/project-abstract-submission/) ## UX Blocks - [Matt Casto](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/matt-casto/) - [April Vanover](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/april-vanover/) - [James M. Horack](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/james-m-horack/) - [Footer](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/footer/) - [FAQs](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/faqs/) - SECURE: Frequently Asked Questions For more information email: secure@mmeconsortium.org - [James Chew](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/james-chew/) - [Ryan Pospisal](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/ryan-pospisal/) - Ryan Pospisal serves as the Director of Marketplace for the Midwest Microelectronics Consortium (MMEC), where he leads the strategy, development, and growth of MMEC’s Marketplace ecosystem in support of the consortium’s mission to strengthen U.S. leadership in microelectronics. A retired United States Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, Ryan brings more than 20 years of experience spanning - [Broc Begley](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/broc-begley/) - As the Director of Emerging Requirements at the Midwest Microelectronics Consortium (MMEC), Broc oversees the successful planning and implementation of internal and external new business. He brings extensive experience spanning the full defense acquisition life cycle, with a strong concentration in Acquisition Category (ACAT) I, II, and III programs and Foreign Military Sales (FMS). He - [Navid Asadi](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/ankur-srivastava-ph-d-2/) - [Chris Santana](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/chris-santana/) - Dr. Chris Santana serves as the Director of Programs for the Midwest Microelectronics Consortium (MMEC). In this role, he is responsible for guiding program execution, building partnerships across government, industry, and academia, and advancing MMEC’s mission to strengthen U.S. leadership in microelectronics. Dr. Santana brings over 25 years of experience in compound semiconductor manufacturing, sales, and - [Bio Coming Soon](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/bio-coming-soon/) - [CJ Wallace](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/cj-wallace/) - [Current Working Group](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/current-working-group/) - [Gabby Sherer](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/gabby-sherer/) - [J.P. Nauseef](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/j-p-nauseef/) - [Nick Sherer](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/nick-sherer/) - [Dr. Theresa Mayer](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/dr-theresa-mayer/) - [Chris George](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/chris-george/) - [Paul Colestock](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/paul-colestock/) - [Jackie Janning-Lask](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/jackie-janning-lask/) - [Amber Begley](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/amber-begley/) - [Working Group](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/working-group/) - [Thomas Kent](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/thomas-kent/) - [Kelson Chabak, Ph.D.](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/kelson-chabak-ph-d/) - [Alan M. Dibos, Ph.D.](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/alan-m-dibos-ph-d/) - [Dawn Emerson](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/dawn-emerson/) - [Michael Morgenstern](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/michael-morgenstern/) - [Ankur Srivastava, Ph.D.](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/ankur-srivastava-ph-d/) - [Steven A. Ringel, Ph.D.](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/steven-a-ringel-ph-d/) - [Joan Redwing, Ph.D.](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/joan-redwing-ph-d/) - [Doug Palmer](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/doug-palmer/) - [Piyush J. Shah, Ph.D.](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/piyush-j-shah-ph-d/) - [Luke Duncan, Ph.D.](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/luke-duncan-ph-d/) - [Louise Sengupta, Ph.D.](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/louise-sengupta-ph-d/) - [John Frank](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/john-frank/) - [Gregg H. Jessen](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/gregg-h-jessen/) - [Keith Rebello](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/keith-rebello/) - [Nansheng Tang, Ph.D.](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/nansheng-tang-ph-d/) - [Blake Roberts, Ph.D.](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/blake-roberts-ph-d/) - [Walter "Ted" Carter Jr.](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/walter-ted-carter-jr/) - [Glen “David” Via](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/glen-david-via/) - [Mutual Non-Disclosure Agreement](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/mutual-non-disclosure-agreement/) - [Newsletter](https://mmeconsortium.org/blocks/newsletter/) ## Job Openings - [Marketing & Branding Intern](https://mmeconsortium.org/jobs/marketing-branding-intern/) - Filled - [Artificial Intelligence (AI) Hardware - Hyperdimensional Computing Intern](https://mmeconsortium.org/jobs/artificial-intelligence-ai-hardware-hyperdimensional-computing-intern/) - Project Focus Develop an FPGA-driven, ferroelectric diode-based compute-in-memory prototype to optimize AI workloads for size-, weight-, and power-constrained platforms. Responsibilities Assist in designing and prototyping AI hardware accelerators. Conduct performance evaluations of FPGA-based hyperdimensional computing models. Support AI algorithm implementation for edge computing applications. Qualifications Background in computer engineering, AI hardware, or embedded systems. Experience - [5G/6G - Wideband Multifunctional Software Defined Radio (WMSDR) Intern](https://mmeconsortium.org/jobs/5g-6g-wideband-multifunctional-software-defined-radio-wmsdr-intern/) - Project Focus Develop heterogeneous RF reconfigurable filters and a multi-function transceiver architecture to support warfighters in contested and congested environments. Responsibilities Assist in designing and testing wideband SDR architectures for selective interference attenuation. Research and implement RF filtering techniques for enhanced 5G/6G communications. Support hardware and software integration for low-SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) solutions. - [Digital Engineering Tools & Platform Development Intern](https://mmeconsortium.org/jobs/digital-engineering-tools-platform-development-intern/) - Filled - [Program Management Intern](https://mmeconsortium.org/jobs/program-management-intern/) - Support project coordination and workflow tracking within MMEC initiatives. Assist in proposal development and strategic planning efforts. Contribute to program reporting and documentation efforts. - [Secure Edge/IoT - Secure GPU-Based Processing Module Intern](https://mmeconsortium.org/jobs/secure-edge-iot-secure-gpu-based-processing-module-intern/) - Project Focus Develop and validate a secure GPU prototype for AI and sensor processing applications in defense and commercial sectors. Responsibilities Support the design and validation of secure GPU architectures. Assist in implementing AI models optimized for secure edge computing. Contribute to cybersecurity and secure processing strategies. Qualifications Background in computer engineering, cybersecurity, or AI. - [Electromagnetic Warfare - Infrared Detector Technology Transition Intern](https://mmeconsortium.org/jobs/electromagnetic-warfare-infrared-detector-technology-transition-intern/) - Project Focus Advance large-format 3D infrared focal plane arrays (IRFPAs) through high-yield integration of infrared sensor arrays. Responsibilities Assist in IR detector prototyping and DROIC (Digital Read Out Integrated Circuit) chiplet development. Conduct performance evaluations of MWIR (Midwave Infrared) detector systems. Support rapid prototyping efforts and transition strategies for infrared sensing technologies. Qualifications Background in - [Electromagnetic Warfare - Co-packaged Reconfigurable Signal and Intelligence Architecture (CORSAIR) Intern](https://mmeconsortium.org/jobs/electromagnetic-warfare-co-packaged-reconfigurable-signal-and-intelligence-architecture-corsair-intern/) - Project Focus Develop a fully programmable, RF-enabled chiplet architecture to enhance AI and signal processing capabilities. Responsibilities Support chiplet design and signal processing research for electromagnetic warfare applications. Assist in RF system modeling and software-defined signal intelligence. Contribute to reconfigurable array (RTRA) technology development. Qualifications Background in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or RF technologies. Experience - [Summer Intern – Administrative & Coordination Support](https://mmeconsortium.org/jobs/summer-intern-administrative-coordination-support/) - This internship MMEC (Midwest Micrielectronics Consortium leads the acceleration of microelectronic technologies and delivers solutions to establish a trusted and resilient domestic supply chain. We are seeking a motivated Summer Intern to assist with administrative and coordination tasks in a dynamic office environment. Job Summary The Summer Intern will support daily office operations, assisting with ## Categories - [S2marts](https://mmeconsortium.org/category/s2marts/) - [MMEC](https://mmeconsortium.org/category/mmec/) - [News](https://mmeconsortium.org/category/news/) - [Events](https://mmeconsortium.org/category/events/) - [Natcast](https://mmeconsortium.org/category/natcast/) - [Blog](https://mmeconsortium.org/category/blog/) - [newsletters](https://mmeconsortium.org/category/newsletters/) ## Tags - [news](https://mmeconsortium.org/tag/news/) ## Job Type - [Freelance](https://mmeconsortium.org/job-type/freelance/) ## Applications - [Filled](https://mmeconsortium.org/occupation/filled/)