Los Angeles-Las Vegas

This lecture will delve into the concept of digital transformation within the space industry, exploring its significance and how to leverage its potential. We will examine the benefits of digitization, such as enhanced efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and reduced costs, while also addressing the obstacles and challenges that come with this transition, including cybersecurity concerns. By delving into real-world examples and discussing future trends, this lecture aims to equip participants with insights on how to thrive in an increasingly digitized space industry.

Dennis Leung

Founding partner of Dibashi Consulting

Formerly with Northrop Grumman Space Divisions

Formerly with NASA Dryden Research Center (Hypersonic Vehicle Division)

Dennis Leung is a founding partner of Dibashi Consulting which assists private ventures, government organizations and higher learning foundations with top to bottom technical expertise in space based products.

Before founding Dibashi Consulting, Dennis was Northrop Grumman Space Divisions lead Innovative Engineering Strategist and was responsible for developing and constructing a modernized production facility, including advanced manufacturing technologies such as robotics, digital signage, data consolidation, augmented and virtual reality systems. He also spent over 15 years in senior management roles on many satellite programs, including one of the few lunar missions in the last decade.

Prior to joining Northrop Grumman, Dennis was with NASA's Dryden Research Center working on Hypersonic vehicles and was responsible for testing and operations of flight line activities. Previous to his work at NASA, Dennis was a government liaison contractor with the US NAVY involved with their submarine based missile systems.

In addition to being a passionate engineer, Dennis is an advocate of educating the generation of engineers through outreach events at universities and various other learning institutions.

Tentative Agenda: (All Time PDT (GMT -0700))

10:00 am - 10:30 am: Check-in, Networking

10:30 am - 10:35 am: Welcome and Introduction

10:35 am - 12:05 pm: Presentations and Q&A

Lawndale Library (Meeting Room)

14615 Burin Ave., Lawndale, CA 90260

(South of 105 Hwy and East of 405 Hwy/Pacific Coast Hwy (1))