What to Expect
The 2027 Joint Engineer Training Conference & Expo (JETC) is the premier event for engineering professionals from across the military, government, industry, and academic communities to connect, learn, and collaborate in support of national security.
Hosted by the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME), JETC brings together the people, ideas, and technologies that are shaping the future of engineering, infrastructure, resilience, readiness, and mission success.
Whether you're a military engineer, public-sector professional, industry partner, young professional, or student, JETC offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain knowledge, build relationships, and explore solutions to today's most pressing engineering challenges.
WHY ATTEND?
At JETC, you'll experience the unique collaboration that has defined SAME for more than a century.
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Connect
Build relationships with military leaders, agency representatives, industry experts, and emerging professionals from across the A/E/C community. -
Learn
Gain insights through technical sessions, workshops, panels, and discussions covering the latest trends, technologies, policies, and practices impacting the engineering profession. -
Discover
Explore innovative products, services, and solutions from leading organizations in the Expo Hall and learn how they are supporting mission readiness and infrastructure modernization. -
Grow
Develop professionally through continuing education opportunities, leadership discussions, mentoring connections, and career development programming.
WHO ATTENDS?
JETC brings together a diverse community of professionals committed to solving complex challenges and strengthening our nation's engineering capabilities, including:
- Military engineers from all service branches
- Federal agency representatives
- Industry leaders and technical experts
- Architects, engineers, and construction professionals
- Energy, environmental, and resilience specialists
- Students and young professionals
- Academic and research institution representatives
WHAT YOU'LL EXPERIENCE
- Inspiring General Sessions featuring senior military and government leaders
- Technical education and training sessions
- Industry-Government Engagement opportunities
- A dynamic Expo Hall showcasing innovative solutions
- Networking receptions and special events
- Leadership and professional development programming
- Recognition of engineering excellence and service
- Fellows Investiture (honoring SAME's newest Fellows)
- LDP Graduation (celebrating graduates of SAME's Leader Development Program)
- Society Ball & Awards Gala highlighted by the Golden Eagle Award
Join the Engineering Community's Premier Event
JETC is more than a conference—it's a gathering of professionals dedicated to advancing engineering solutions that support our warfighters, strengthen our infrastructure, and prepare our nation for the future.
Join us in 2027 and be part of the conversations, connections, and collaborations that help secure America's future.
About SAME
Founded in 1920, the Society of American Military Engineers—as it has for over 100 years—leads collaboration in support of our national security priorities through a commitment to advancing three interdependent strategic goals: Drive Partnerships, Deliver Solutions, and Develop People.
With more than 24,000 members including uniformed service members, government civilians, private sector practitioners, and members of academia, SAME offers professional and personal development, networking, and community involvement to individuals and organizations committed to our national security.
SAME and its 100 Posts and Chapters throughout the United States and around the world offers a wide network of support that includes education, training, networking and business development opportunities, all unified by a shared mission to strengthen national security and enhance readiness.
Dates for Future JETC Events
2028: May 9-11 | David L. Lawrence Convention Center | Pittsburgh, PA
"It amazes me how resilient, positive, and professional SAME continues to be regardless of the challenges. Thanks to all the SAME team that make these events possible."
- Adam Ramos, CP&Y Inc.