NSWC Indian Head

Operators at the 2021 Eastern National Robot Rodeo held in Indian Head, Md., use a robot to search an abandoned car after opening the car door with the robot’s arm, Aug. 2. (U.S. Navy photo by Matthew Poynor)

Operators at the 2021 Eastern National Robot Rodeo held in Indian Head, Maryland, use a robot to search an abandoned car after opening the car door with the robot’s arm, Aug. 2.

A team collaborates on strategies during the Wargame for Innovation and Frontline Improvisation pilot event, July 27. The event was held at the College of Southern Maryland Velocity Center in Indian Head, July 27-29, and brought together technology developers, requirements/combat developers and acquisition experts to develop scenario-inspired warfighting concepts.

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) Cartridge Actuated Devices/Propellant Actuated Devices (CAD/PAD) enterprise was notified there was an impact to a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B attached to the Presidential Helicopter Squadron (HMX-1), May 17. Due to the impact, the aircraft was grounded at a deployed location and submitted an emergency order for several CADs. The unique route in transit from the home location of HMX-1 to the deployment location indicated a stopover at NSWC IHD would be more advantageous compared to standard ground shipment. Through coordination with NSWC IHD leadership, an MV-22B landed at the command’s helipad on the morning of May 18, where a pallet of replacement assets was waiting to be loaded onboard.

Members of EXU-1, MARDET and the Energetics Manufacturing Department pose for a photo following the department’s efforts to supply unused ordnance to EXU-1 and MARDET for a joint training exercise.

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EOD Community Recognizes Civilian With Navy’s Highest Honors

Oct. 21, 2021 - Richard L’Abbé was recognized with one of the Navy’s highest civilian honors: the Department of the Navy (DON) Distinguished Public Service Award for his contributions to the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Explosive...

NSWC IHD Employee Honored With DON HR and EEO Community Award for Excellence

NSWC IHD employee Michelle Hinkle is presented the Department of Navy Human Resources and Equal Employment Opportunity Community Award for Excellence in the First Line Supervisor category by Technical Director Ashley Johnson and Commanding Officer Capt. Eric Correll on Sept. 14.

Sept. 20, 2021 - Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) employee Michelle Hinkle recently received the Department of Navy (DON) Human Resources (HR) and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Community Award for Excellence...

NSWC IHD, EXU-1 Team Up for NATO’s Counter-Improvised Explosive Device Center of Excellence Technical Exploitation in Underwater Environments Event

Aug. 23, 2021 - Expeditionary Exploitation Unit One (EXU-1) is renowned in U.S. military circles as being the preeminent authority for investigating and recovering post-blast forensics. U.S. allies now recognize this reputation as well,...

NSWC IHD Wargaming Event Ushers In a New Phase of Warfighting

A team discusses strategies during the Wargame for Innovation and Frontline Improvisation Pilot event, hosted by NSWC IHD at the College of Southern Maryland’s Velocity Center in Indian Head, Maryland, July 27.

Aug. 18, 2021 - Warfighting looks different these days and one of the greatest challenges of modern warfare is changing its perception. The best way to do that is to put it into practice. The Wargame for Innovation and Frontline...

NSWC IHD Employees Recognized With Warfare Centers Awards

Aug. 17, 2021 - Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) is pleased to honor 16 employees recognized in two different categories at the 2021 Warfare Centers Awards.This year’s 178 nominations represent the calendar year...

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Test Range Noise Alerts

Strauss Avenue Thermal Treatment Point operations are scheduled for Monday, Oct. 25, through Thursday, Oct. 28, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Noticeable impacts such as noise and smoke are expected to last for approximately 30 minutes to one hour.

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NSWC IHD is OPEN and operating under a maximum telework status. Employees should check with their supervisor for further guidance and direction.

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Naval Surface Warfare Center
Indian Head Division
3767 Strauss Avenue
Indian Head, MD 20640-5150