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Congratulations to Arcfield's own JoAnne Dukeshire on becoming the newest member of WashingtonExec's Contracts Council!

As SATCOM systems play an expanding role in geopolitical conflicts and national defense, it is now more important than ever to prioritize the security of space infrastructure. In the latest issue of Cyber Defense Magazine, Arcfield CEO Kevin Kelly explains the critical need for layered security to protect SATCOM systems, collaboration with international allies, and updated domestic security guidance and legislation. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3HcP6lq

Orion Space Solutions, an Arcfield company, successfully completed its critical design review on the United States Space Force’s Space Systems Command - SSC and Air Force Research Laboratory - AFRL Tetra-5 program, which will demonstrate multi-agent autonomous rendezvous, proximity operations and docking operations for on-orbit fueling. Read the full press release here:

Orion Space Solutions Completes Critical Design Review (CDR) for U.S. Warfighter Support Orion Space Solution’s Tetra-5 will now proceed to design assembly, integration, and test. LOUISVILLE, Colo., January 2, 2024—Orion Space Solutions (Orion), a wholly owned subsidiary of Arcfield, announced today that it successfully completed its critical design review (CDR) on the U.S. Space Fo...

, an Arcfield company, has just unveiled their brand-new website in anticipation of an exciting new year—check it out at stc.arcfield.com! And if you’re looking for top-tier model-based systems engineering services, make sure to fill out STC’s contact form and one of their experts will be in touch!

On Saturday, Arcfield employees and their families joined volunteers at Arlington National Cemetery for to place wreaths on veterans’ graves. In a matter of hours, the cemetery was covered with thousands upon thousands of wreaths—a powerful reminder of the sacrifices of our nation’s heroes and that freedom is not free.

Dan Reineke, president and general manager of , an Arcfield company, explains the importance of model-based systems engineering for addressing the urgent need in the defense sector to improve operational efficiency. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3t92fc8

Congratulations to Arcfield's own Bob Schwendinger on being named to WashingtonExec's Top CIOs to Watch in 2024 list! https://bit.ly/41lV3pA

In the latest episode of the Ex Terra Podcast, Arcfield CEO Kevin Kelly joins Tom Patton to discuss the growing commercial space sector, Arcfield’s recent acquisition of Orion Space Solutions and the company’s continued expansion of its capabilities to support the most critical national security missions. Watch the full interview here: https://bit.ly/3RBSjks

Space Commerce and National Security: Arcfield A Conversation with CEO Kevin Kelly

Today we honor those who courageously served and lost their lives at 82 years ago.

We did it! Thank you to everyone who contributed to Arcfield’s fundraiser for Veterans Yoga Project. Together, we exceeded our $20K fundraising goal! 🎉

Our fundraising page will remain live through the end of the week—let’s keep the momentum going! If you would like to help us support our nation’s heroes on their journey toward recovery and resilience, click here to donate: https://bit.ly/3Mpk3Gm

Today we’re featuring Veterans Yoga Project’s fifth and final tool for mindful resilience: gratitude. Regardless of your life situation, reflecting on what you’re thankful for—even if it’s small—can lead to improved health, higher tolerance for adversity and greater happiness. Take a few minutes today to think about what you’re grateful for to see what a moment of appreciation can do for your well-being.

Arcfield is thankful for Veterans Yoga Project’s mind-body programs, which support the recovery and resilience of our veterans. To show your gratitude for the incredible work Veterans Yoga Project does on behalf of our military members, please consider making a donation through our fundraising page: https://bit.ly/3Mpk3Gm

Arcfield has acquired Orion Space Solutions, a leader in atmospheric science, space exploration and research, and technology development. The acquisition of Orion enhances Arcfield’s space exploration and hypersonic detection and tracking capabilities for agencies in the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Read the full press release here: https://bit.ly/3RvgUrv

Next in our mindful resilience series, we’re highlighting Veterans Yoga Project’s fourth tool for improving physical and mental well-being: guided rest. Guided relaxation has been shown to help increase emotional self-regulation and reduce depression, stress and anxiety levels. It can also elevate mood, and, if practiced regularly, overall quality of life.

Veterans Yoga Project provides resources for guided rest and other mindful resilience techniques on their website—give them a try and see what works for you! https://veteransyogaproject.org/practice/

We’re thrilled to share that JoAnne Dukeshire has joined the Arcfield family as our new senior vice president of business enablement! Known across the industry for her leadership and expertise, JoAnne brings more than 20 years of experience supporting federal contractors and state and local government agencies. Welcome to the team, JoAnne!

With the Thanksgiving holiday behind us and a new week ahead of us, we’re featuring another one of Veterans Yoga Project’s tools for mindful resilience: mindful movement. Engaging in a mindful movement practice like yoga can both decrease the intensity and frequency of physical pain and significantly reduce stress. The more comfortable your body is, the more relaxed your mind can be.

Veterans Yoga Project offers yoga-based trainings and other mindful resilience programs for veterans, military families and communities. If you would like to support their efforts, you can make a contribution through Arcfield’s fundraising page: https://bit.ly/3Mpk3Gm

We’re over halfway to reaching our fundraising goal—please help us raise $20K by Nov. 30!

As part of our mindful resilience series, we’re highlighting Veterans Yoga Project's second tool for mind-body healing: meditation. A regular meditation practice can help you manage stress and become a compassionate witness to your experiences. Take a mindfulness moment for yourself today by closing your eyes, taking deep breaths and keeping focus on the present.

Veterans Yoga Project offers trainings that empower veterans with meditation techniques and other strategies as they make the journey toward recovery and resilience. To support Veterans Yoga Project’s life-changing programs, you can make a donation through our fundraising page: https://bit.ly/3Mpk3Gm

Please help us reach our fundraising goal of $20K by Nov. 30!

We’re so happy to share that Kristin Dufrene is joining Arcfield as our new vice president of proposal development! Kristin brings three decades of experience in federal sector proposal development and management to the company and a proven track record leading successful proposal teams. Welcome to the Arcfield family, Kristin!

! 🦃 May your be filled with great food, friends and family, and gratitude.

We could all do more to improve our health and well-being. That’s why through the rest of the month, we’re sharing Veterans Yoga Project’s five tools for mindful resilience. Today’s featured tool is breathing. By actively regulating your breathing, you can train your nervous system to return to a state of relaxation, improving your emotional, physical and psychological wellness. Give it a try!

To support Veterans Yoga Project’s mindful resilience programs for our veterans, military families and communities, please consider donating through our fundraising page: https://bit.ly/3Mpk3Gm

, a trusted partner to the Canadian Armed Forces and the Royal Canadian Air Force at the forefront of CF-18 fighter sustainment, is positioned to provide unmatched sustainment support to the future F-35 fleet. Read the full article in the Canadian Defence Review: https://bit.ly/3ulRO57

Arcfield CEO Kevin Kelly won WashingtonExec’s 2023 Pinnacle Award in the Humble Beginnings Podcast Episode of the Year category! To listen to Kevin’s award-winning podcast interview with Amanda Ziadeh about his journey to the C-suite, click here: http://bit.ly/3ErcY3X

How can government agencies protect their networks against data infiltration and exfiltration, the two greatest cyber threats faced by the defense sector? John Meyer, vice president and general manager of Arcfield software ventures, recommends that organizations bolster their cybersecurity posture by implementing integrated single pass filtering to search for and eliminate malware, ransomware, illicit content and other bad file-based payloads. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3QEjvO1

We’re proud to share that four of Arcfield’s own recently received an Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Patriot Award, which recognizes supervisors for their exemplary support of their reservist employees. Congratulations to Andrew Huff, Nick Spano, Kathy Cornwell and Mike Zacks on earning this incredible honor!

Bundle up, D.C.! According to Arcfield's resident meteorologist Paul Dorian, the Washington metro area can expect plenty of snow this winter season. Check out what Paul and other expert forecasters are predicting for the coming months in the Washington Post: https://bit.ly/3soVKkQ

For more weather forecasts and seasonal outlooks, visit https://arcfieldweather.com/!

Winter is coming: What 5 experts are forecasting for D.C. — and why. Experts queried unanimously anticipate near or above-average snowfall for the city.