Membership Benefits

Fostering collaboration and innovation

Expand your network within the U.S. defense and security arena by joining the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA). For over 100 years, NDIA has brought together professionals from the military, industry, government, and academia to identify, discuss, and address our nation’s most pressing national security challenges. Make connections and further our nation’s priorities with NDIA.

Choose a membership that fits your goals

Corporate Membership

The NDIA corporate membership is designed for organizations who are looking to provide an added benefit for their employees. 

Benefits include:

  • Ample industry networking opportunities
  • Access to member-only events
  • Discounted registration rates
  • Collaborative online forums
  • News and insights
  • Advocacy

Government Membership

This complimentary three-year membership provides benefits for current government employees and members of the U.S. and Allied Nation militaries. 

Benefits include:

  • Cutting-edge events
  • Critical dialogue with industry and academia
  • Valuable networking opportunities
  • Discounted entry to meetings and events
  • News and insights
  • Collaborative online forums

Individual Membership

Individual NDIA members can look forward to networks, education, and tools that will help advance their careers in national security. 

Benefits include:

  • Ample industry networking opportunities
  • Fellowships, scholarships, education, and training
  • Cutting-edge events
  • Critical dialogue with industry, government, and academia
  • News and insights
  • Collaborative online forums

Academia Membership

Academia lends a critical perspective that can benefit from collaborations with government and industry.

Benefits include:

  • Access to member-only events
  • Critical dialogue with industry and government
  • Valuable networking opportunities
  • Discounted registration rates
  • News and insights

Become a member

Connect with like-minded individuals, access exclusive events, educational programs, and resources, and contribute to the advancement of defense and national security.

Three members of NDIA Wright Brothers Regional holding their award at an award ceremony.

Take the first step

Become a part of NDIA today and begin learning, growing, and collaborating with members of the military, industry, government, and academia. Together, we can find answers to national security’s biggest challenges.