IEEE Aerospace and Electronic Systems Society (AESS) – Victorian Chapter

Vision

The vision of the AESS is to be essential to the worldwide technical community and be recognized for outstanding contributions in the fields of aerospace and electronic systems as demonstrated through the Society’s products, service and offerings in the areas of conferences, publications, education, technical operations, industry relations, and member services.

Mission

The mission of the AESS is to provide a responsive and relevant professional society that attracts, engages, aids, and retains a diverse set of members (age, culture, community – theoretical, managerial and applications) worldwide in the areas of our fields of interest as defined in our constitution. AESS will accomplish this through technical, chapter and society activities in the areas of conferences, publications, education, technical operations, industry relations, and member services.

Field of Interest

The field of interest shall be the organization, systems engineering, design, development, integration, and operation of complex systems for space, air, ocean, or ground environments.

• Navigation and avionics
• Mobile electric power and electronics
• Radar and sonar
• Telemetry and command-and-control systems
• Military and law-enforcement applications
• Automatic test systems and simulators

About the Victorian Chapter

There is a growing interest among IEEE members in Victoria to establish a strong local presence of the Aerospace and Electronic Systems Society. Over the past few months, several members have expressed enthusiasm for more AESS activities and networking opportunities within the state.

Currently, the Victoria Section has 22 AESS members, providing a solid foundation compared to many other chapters in Australia. Both Queensland and South Australia have also shown visible AESS activity, and momentum is building nationally. An Australian representative now serves on the AESS Board of Governors, further strengthening visibility and strategic support for chapter growth across the country.

The Victorian Chapter draws most of its membership from industry and academia, reflecting the strong research and development presence in aerospace and defence across universities and companies. While government participation is more limited at present, engagement through chapter activities and events continues to expand.

Key Focus Areas and Activities

• Professional Events: Organising seminars, technical talks, workshops, and informal meetups to foster engagement and knowledge sharing.
• Academic Collaboration: Partnering with universities and research groups to involve both staff and students, encouraging student memberships and early-career participation.
• National and International Links: Sharing events and initiatives with other AESS chapters across Australia, and aligning with broader IEEE and AESS activities worldwide.
• Community Outreach: Using platforms such as LinkedIn to promote AESS activities, achievements, and upcoming opportunities.
• Local Leadership Development: Establishing a strong leadership group within Victoria to coordinate efforts and ensure long-term growth of the chapter.

Victorian Aerospace Ecosystem

Victoria hosts a strong network of universities, research labs, and industry players that provide fertile ground for AESS activities:

• Universities: spacecraft systems, robotics, sensors, emissions testing

• Research Labs: CSIRO, ANFF, AIR Hub – prototyping, fabrication, and advanced testing
• Industry: GippsAero, Thales, CEA, AME Systems – avionics, radar, UAVs, manufacturing
• Collaborative Links: SmartSat CRC, CSIRO, ANFF

Key initiatives such as SpIRIT, Roo-ver, and AIR Hub highlight the strength of Victoria’s R&D and provide opportunities for collaboration with AESS.

Committee (2025)

• Dr Bala Kumble – Chair | [email protected]
• Dr Stanley Luong – Vice Chair | [email protected]
• Thabo Mohanakumar – Secretary | [email protected]
• Dr Sohaib Aslam – Treasurer | [email protected]

Join Us

We request and encourage all Members and non-Members in the areas of Aerospace and Electronics Systems to build a strong cohesive professional community in Victoria and in Australia as a whole.

Upcoming Distinguished Speaker Talks – Full Details

Dr Akram Al-Hourani from RMIT University, an IEEE AESS Distinguished Speaker, will present:
“Mega Satellite Constellations for Communication: Stochastic Geometry Approaches.”
This session is scheduled at a convenient time for Australian audiences — unlike many US-based Distinguished Lecturer talks that occur overnight.

Another IEEE Distinguished Lecturer, Dr Luke Rosenberg of Lockheed Martin Australia, will speak on “Advanced Systems & Technologies.” His talk is planned in Melbourne on 27 November at 5:30 pm. Dr Rosenberg also serves within IEEE Region 10 (Asia and Pacific).

These talks are strong examples of active professional engagement in aerospace and electronic systems, reinforcing the motivation for establishing a local AESS chapter. With several AESS Distinguished Lecturers based in Australia, our region demonstrates both the depth of expertise and the value that an AESS chapter can bring in supporting and showcasing these activities.