Just-Tapped Golden Dome Leader to Bring Expertise to 2025 Air and Space Summit

Gen. Michael Guetlein is no stranger to attendees of Potomac Officers Club summits. The U.S. Space Force vice chief of space operations and 2025 Wash100 Award winner has briefed GovCon executives on multiple occasions, sharing unique and actionable insights into future Space Force requirements, plans and programs and the best ways for industry to partner with the service.

But Guetlein’s return to the POC stage on July 31 at the 2025 Air and Space Summit as a keynote speaker will be his first since being tapped by President Donald Trump to lead his massive Golden Dome missile defense project. This must-attend occasion is the best way for GovCons to learn about business opportunities and make new connections with other industry titans. Gain a competitive edge by aligning your offerings with immediate and future Space Force priorities. Buy your ticket today!

Who Is Michael Guetlein?

Guetlein is not just another military figure—he’s the second-highest-ranking officer in the U.S. Space Force and a four-star general with over three decades of defense, engineering and acquisition expertise. He plays a pivotal role in organizing, training and equipping guardians, ensuring the U.S. maintains its operational advantage in space. His leadership impacts missile warning systems, space domain awareness, navigational aids, electronic warfare and more.

Guetlein’s storied career includes leading roles at the Space Systems Command, the National Reconnaissance Office and the Missile Defense Agency. With cutting-edge knowledge from sectors like remote sensing, missile defense and counterspace operations, Guetlein understands the nexus between new technologies and national security like few other leaders.

Golden Dome

Golden Dome is one of many big-budget, newsworthy topics Guetlein could address at the 2025 Air and Space Summit. This effort could largely rely on satellites and other space technologies to locate and kill incoming projectiles, according to Air and Space Forces magazine.

Golden Dome promises to be a once-in-a-generation GovCon business opportunity as it could cost $831 billion over the next 20 years, according to the Congressional Budget Office. The White House wants a $25 billion upfront payment for the initial phase of Golden Dome in the reconciliation spending bill being negotiated on Capitol Hill.

What Is the Funding for the Space Force?

GovCons will be pleased to hear that Guetlein is advocating for more Space Force funding. Guetlein in March testified to the Senate Armed Services readiness subcommittee that guardians are performing well and the service is striving to transform into a warfighting service. But he said it needs more resources to address the increasingly complex strategic situation in space, which requires capability innovations and faster adaptations. The Space Force budget is $28.7 billion for FY 2025, according to Space News.

Why GovCons Can’t Miss Guetlein’s Keynote

GovCons will benefit immensely from hearing Guetlein’s insights. Drawing on his expertise, attendees will gain a clearer picture of the Space Force’s operational requirements and future priorities. This is a golden opportunity for government contractors to align their strategies with the service’s needs.

By attending Guetlein’s keynote, GovCon audiences can expect:

Actionable insights: Learn about upcoming Space Force procurement needs, operational strategies and mission goals.

Advanced knowledge: Understand the role of emerging technologies, like AI and remote sensing, in modern space operations.

Long-term vision: Stay ahead of mission-critical developments in the rapidly evolving space domain.

The Potomac Officers Club’s 2025 Air and Space Summit on July 31 is the best opportunity for GovCons to get actionable intelligence on the most critical Space Force programs and technologies. Whether your business focuses on aerospace engineering, data analytics, logistics or cybersecurity, Guetlein’s keynote is your chance to position yourself as a valuable partner in space operations. Don’t miss out!