Membership in the NDIA

Individual Membership

Defense professionals need the right equipment to do their jobs. NDIA is the association for defense professionals. No matter what your role in the defense community-government, military, industry, academia-you need a source for knowledge, information and contacts. You can rely on NDIA membership to meet that need.

NDIA Membership Equips Defense Professionals

Members receive:

  • technical and policy information at symposia from the movers and shakers in the field plus contact with peers who share your professional interests
  • member discounts on meeting registration
  • 12 issues each year of National Defense magazine, reporting defense developments, trends and issues
  • an advocate in Washington to work with Congress and the Executive Branch on industry issues and to guide legislation and policy
  • find or post a job; post or search resumes at www.defensejobs.com, an employment website for the defense industry
  • annual Mega Directory, a handy reference of corporate capabilities and the defense acquisition community
  • local networking in most parts of the nation through a chapter
  • savings on air travel and car rentals
  • a web site - www.ndia.org - with government, defense, industry and technology sites, legislative updates, and corporate profiles
  • convenient online meeting registration, contact information updates, and membership renewal.

NDIA is Equipped to be Your Source

The mission of NDIA is to:

  • provide legal and ethical forums for interchange between government and industry,
  • promote essential national security policies and programs in public, industrial and governmental activities,
  • provide industry advice to government,
  • facilitate mutual understanding and working relationships between government and industry,
  • provide leadership in technology and education related to national defense,
  • and support economic strength through international competitiveness.

The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) is a non-profit, educational association representing industry, government, and all military services. Nearly 1,000 companies and 26,000 individuals build their businesses, careers, and the future of the industrial base through NDIA membership. NDIA provides a forum for the interchange of ideas and technology between government and industry. It is in a key position to shape issues and influence defense policies through its chapters and divisions covering key facets of defense. NDIA dues may be deductible as a business expense. Please consult your tax advisor to be sure. NDIA is a 501(c)3 organization.

How to Join

For information on joining the NDIA, please visit:
http://www.ndia.org/Content/NavigationMenu/Membership_and_Chapters/Join_NDIA_Now!/Join_NDIA_Now!.htm