Tech & Defense
Defense panel
Europa room
12 November 2026, 11:00–12:00
Working in defence IT takes software engineering, sometimes, into unconventional technologies: autonomous systems, edge AI, thermal vision, and navigation without GPS. The challenge extends beyond algorithms to making software and hardware work reliably under limited computing power, disrupted communications, and unpredictable field conditions. Lets explore the practical realities of developing military technology, where rapid experimentation must meet rigorous validation, security requirements, and human oversight - and where the gap between a successful prototype and a dependable operational system defines the real engineering challenge.
Gelu Vac
MedicalPilot
Alexandru Baboș
Land Forces Academy / Defense-X
Cătălin Roman
Frequentis
Currently, at Frequentis, he holds the pivotal role of Lead Software Architect within a dynamic business unit dedicated to delivering Aeronautical Information Management solutions for airline companies and aeronautical authorities.







