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TRFB aces audit
September 11, 2020 — Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) conducted a Submarine Safety Program (SUBSAFE) Functional Audit (SSFA) of Trident Refit Facility, Bangor (TRFB), Aug. 31 to Sept. 4, 2020.The audit assessed the internal processes, procedures and controls of all SUBSAFE functional areas including management, quality assurance, reentry control, technical,... MORE

Millions Saved Through Rapid Additive Manufacturing Solution
September 10, 2020 — Scientists, engineers and technical ordnance experts from Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC), Corona Division partnered to save the military millions using a simple solution designed to prevent rodents from destroying ordnance.NSWC Corona’s Expeditionary Systems Engineering Division (ESED) and a Marine from 1st Marine Logistics Group (1st MLG) at... MORE

Scientists, engineers and technical ordnance experts from NSWC Corona’s Expeditionary Systems Engineering Division partnered with Cpl. Johnny Rodriguez, a Marine from 1st Marine Logistics Group at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton to save the military millions using a simple solution designed to prevent rodents from destroying ordnance

NSWC Corona NISE Project Unlocks Increased Capabilities for At-Sea Test Events
September 10, 2020 — Just nine months into a $600,000 investment across three Warfare Centers, the Enterprise Data Processing System (EDPS) has solved an emergent need in supporting a live fire test event and saved the Navy millions in cost avoidance.The EDPS is a Naval Innovative Science and Engineering (NISE) project collaboration between Naval Surface Warfare Center... MORE

NSWC Corona Division Holds Ground Breaking for Area Distribution Node, Commencing Modernization of Technology Infrastructure
September 10, 2020 — It was a long-awaited and notable day at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division with a ground breaking ceremony for the new Area Distribution Node (ADN) which occurred on Aug. 11.Once complete, the ADN facility will enable the consolidation of physical information technology (IT) and communication services into a modern, secure, and... MORE

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division held a ground breaking ceremony for the new Area Distribution Node (ADN) on Aug. 11. Pictured left to right: Anthony Winicki, Director of Detachments, Naval Weapon Station Seal Beach, Det. Fallbrook & Norco; Dianne Costlow, Technical Director, Senior Executive Service (SES); Rear Adm. Kevin P. Byrne, Commander of Naval Undersea Warfare Centers and Naval Surface Warfare Centers (COMNUWC/NSWC); Capt. Khary Hembree-Bey, NSWC Corona’s Commanding Officer; Ashish Patel, Facilities Manager; and Chris Hofacket, Information Technology Lead. Photo by Steve Jacobs (CTR)

TRF Bangor welcomes SurgeMain Sailors
September 10, 2020 — Reserve Sailors from the Navy’s Surge Maintenance program (SurgeMain) arrived at Trident Refit Facility Bangor (TRFB) in waves over the last month in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.In March, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) authorized leave for shipyard personnel who fell under the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) “high risk”... MORE

More Hands Make Less Work: How SurgeMain Assembled Reservists to Support Norfolk Naval Shipyard's Civilian Workforce and Fulfill the Mission
September 9, 2020 — Norfolk Naval Shipyard’s (NNSY) mission is to support the United States Navy by fixing ships and submarines and returning them to the Fleet. This goal became more challenging to meet with the emergence of COVID-19 and its impact on the number of employees available given some personnel were out with high risk conditions. In early July, SurgeMain... MORE

NSWCPD Hosts First Virtual Leadership and Innovation Speakers Series
September 9, 2020 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) hosted the Command’s first virtual Leadership and Innovation Speakers Series on Sept. 1 with guest speaker Dr. Marina Theodotou, Outreach and Engagement Lead for the User Experience Directorate at the Defense Acquisition University.NSWCPD’s Commanding Officer, Capt. Dana Simon, opened the... MORE

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) hosted the Command’s first virtual Leadership and Innovation Speakers Series on Sept. 1 with guest speaker Dr. Marina Theodotou, Outreach and Engagement Lead in the Operations and Analytics Center for the User Experience Directorate at the Department of Defense (DoD) Defense Acquisition University. Pictured above is a screenshot from the virtual meeting with Theodotou at the top left; NSWCPD’s Commanding Officer, CAPT Dana Simon, top right; and NSWCPD’s Technical Director, Tom Perotti, on the bottom right. (U.S. Navy Photo by Keegan Rammel)

Shop 17 Helps to Shield NNSY Against the Dangers of COVID-19 by Installing Personnel Guards
September 8, 2020 — In early 2020, Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY), along with the rest of the country, found itself facing an unprecedented and unpredictable opponent: COVID-19. The shipyard began its efforts to combat the virus in March, quickly looking for new and innovative ideas to help aid in the fight and keep its workforce safe. One idea that arose was to... MORE

Norfolk Naval Shipyard’s Nuclear Sheetmetal Shop (Shop 17) has installed over 6,000 feet of personnel guards to aid in the fight against COVID-19. The team spearheading this effort is composed of Sheetmetal Mechanics Matt Legg, Thomas Deller, Brian Nipper, Steven Myers, and Monica Cooper.

US Navy Awards Studies Contracts for Large Unmanned Surface Vessel
September 4, 2020 — WASHINGTON — The Navy has awarded contracts totaling $41,985,112 to six companies for Large Unmanned Surface Vessel (LUSV) studies. Each contract includes an option for engineering support that if exercised would bring the cumulative value for all awards to $59,476,146.The firm-fixed price contracts were awarded to Huntington Ingalls Inc.,... MORE

With Grant in Hand, Local Robotics Students and Their NSWC PHD Mentors Await Word on How This Year’s FIRST Robotics School Competitions Will Take Place
September 3, 2020 — Robotics teams from 13 schools in Ventura County recently learned they will receive financial help to participate in a prestigious robotics competition, thanks to a Department of Defense (DOD) grant and the efforts of NSWC PHD’S Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) coordinator. How PHD mentors will interact with the teams amid COVID-19... MORE

ance Brahosky, NSWC PHD’s deputy technical director, takes the controls of a student-built robot at the Oct. 16, 2019 ceremony at Oxnard College celebrating NSWC PHD, NAWC WD and NAVFAC EXWC’s receipt of grant funds from the Navy’s Office of Secretary of Defense. Much like this year’s recent disbursement, the grant money went to local students for participation in the For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) Robotics competitions. The two students flanking Brahosky also participated in NSWC PHD’s Pre-Engineering Program.

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