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Aaron Burghardt, NSWC Panama City Division Explosive Ordnance Disposal Diving (EOD) and Life Support Systems mechanical engineer, combined his love of country with his passion to problem solve. He joined NSWC PCD because it's the hub for EOD diving equipment and tools, and wanted to use his EOD technician experience to develop and provide the best capabilities for the warfighter.

Engineers Week: Aaron Burghardt
Morris Jarmon Jr., Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division electrical engineer, embodies the spirit of mentorship and innovation on critical projects such as Quickstrike Mining and in-service mines. Mentorship is a cornerstone of his professional philosophy and effectiveness.

NSWC PCD engineer, mentor fortifies the Navy mission through workforce empowerment
Dr. Kerry Commander, then NSWC PCD physicist, conducts optoacoustic transduction testing at the command’s Laser Lab in the late 1980s. This test was to allow the fleet to communicate across the air-water interface by converting laser energy into acoustic pulses. (courtesy photo)

A Legacy of Innovation: Dr. Commander's 40-Year impact at NSWC Panama City Division
(center) Dr. Kerry Commander, NSWC PCD X Department Head, receives the National Defense Industrial Association Undersea Warfare Division Bronze Medal Award from (right) Rear Adm. Michael Jabaley, NAVSEA Program Executive Officer for Submarines in 2014. The conference aimed to address the Navy's key core competency mission of countering submarine and mine threats to the free and open flow of sea borne commerce and to the conduct of power projection from the sea. (courtesy photo)

A Legacy of Innovation: Dr. Commander's 40-Year impact at NSWC Panama City Division
Dr. Kerry Commander's likeness is captured via caricature and presented this drawing during his retirement ceremony, Dec. 30, 2025.

A Legacy of Innovation: Dr. Commander's 40-Year impact at NSWC Panama City Division
Dr. Kerry Commander, Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division chief technology officer. He arrived to this Navy lab in September 1985 and has supported the warfighter for more than 40 years. (U.S. Navy photo by Eddie Green)

A Legacy of Innovation: Dr. Commander's 40-Year impact at NSWC Panama City Division
John Kremar, NSWC PCD Diving and Life Support lead engineer, gets closer to completing the final leg of the IRONMAN Florida 2025 triathlon, Nov. 1. He completed the competition in under 9 hours, which is something only 95 amateurs have achieved throughout this event’s history. (courtesy photo)

NSWC PCD engineer enhances warfighter capabilities, advances at IRONMAN competition
John Kremar, NSWC PCD Diving and Life Support lead engineer, rides his bicycle during IRONMAN Florida 2025, Nov. 1. This event was a series of long-distance triathlon races consisting of a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride, and a marathon 26.2-mile run, totaling 140.6 miles. (courtesy photo)

NSWC PCD engineer enhances warfighter capabilities, advances at IRONMAN competition
John Kremar, NSWC PCD Diving and Life Support lead engineer, looks to complete the first leg of the triathlon and heads towards the biking event during IRONMAN Florida 2025, Nov. 1. Kremar also attended the Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center’s “Diving School” which qualifies him to dive in the equipment his group develops and delivers to the warfighter. (courtesy photo)

NSWC PCD engineer enhances warfighter capabilities, advances at IRONMAN competition
Terence Mahoney, Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division infrastructure support engineer, is at the forefront of a crucial mission, directly bolstering the force behind the fleet in the complex littoral battlespace. His responsibilities are multifaceted: planning and designing complex construction and renovation projects, conducting site surveys, developing detailed cost estimations, and crafting comprehensive project specifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Eddie Green)

NSWC PCD engineer enhances critical infrastructure, strengthens Naval foundation
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NSWC PCD Engineers Week: Aaron Burghardt
Aaron Burghardt, NSWC Panama City Division Explosive Ordnance Disposal Diving (EOD) and Life Support Systems mechanical engineer, combined his love of country with his passion to problem solve. He joined NSWC PCD because it's the hub for EOD diving equipment and tools, and wanted to use his EOD technician experience to develop and provide the best capabilities for the warfighter.
Feb. 26, 2026 - For Engineers Week 2026, we highlight Aaron Burghardt, Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Diving and Life Support Systems mechanical engineer. He became a mechanical...
NSWC PCD engineer, mentor fortifies the Navy mission through workforce empowerment
Morris Jarmon Jr., Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division electrical engineer, embodies the spirit of mentorship and innovation on critical projects such as Quickstrike Mining and in-service mines. Mentorship is a cornerstone of his professional philosophy and effectiveness.
Jan. 21, 2026 - Morris Jarmon Jr., Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division electrical engineer, embodies the spirit of mentorship and innovation on critical projects such as Quickstrike Mining and in-service mines. Mentorship is a...
A Legacy of Innovation: Dr. Commander's 40-Year impact at NSWC Panama City Division
Dr. Kerry Commander, Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division chief technology officer. He arrived to this Navy lab in September 1985 and has supported the warfighter for more than 40 years. (U.S. Navy photo by Eddie Green)
Jan. 14, 2026 - For four decades, Dr. Kerry Commander has been a pivotal figure at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD), navigating the ever-evolving currents of naval technology and strategic defense. From his...
NSWC PCD engineer enhances warfighter capabilities, advances at IRONMAN competition
John Kremar, NSWC PCD Diving and Life Support lead engineer, competes during IRONMAN Florida 2025, Nov. 1. This event was a series of long-distance triathlon races consisting of a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride, and a marathon 26.2-mile run, totaling 140.6 miles. (courtesy photo)
Dec. 17, 2025 - John Kremar, NSWC PCD Diving and Life Support lead engineer, combines his work proficiency and passion with persistence and perseverance to achieve not only mission success but also a personal milestone. By day, he helps...
NSWC PCD accelerates Naval mine warfare capabilities with new Quickstrike Extended Range Program, working group
Sailors receive training on securing a wing kit on a Quickstrike Extended Range mine as part of Underwater Mine Personnel Qualification Standard Working Group held at Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division, in the summer of 2025. Once deployed from the platform, the wings pop-out and provide significant extended range versus traditional air-drop mines upgrading its precision and efficacy. (U.S. Navy photo by Eddie Green)
Dec. 8, 2025 - Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division spearheaded an effort to help the U.S. Navy develop the Quickstrike Extended Range (QS-ER) Program to counter the threat of stealthy submarines deploying advanced mines in...
NSWC PCD engineer enhances critical infrastructure, strengthens Naval foundation
Terence Mahoney, Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division infrastructure support engineer, is at the forefront of a crucial mission, directly bolstering the force behind the fleet in the complex littoral battlespace. His responsibilities are multifaceted: planning and designing complex construction and renovation projects, conducting site surveys, developing detailed cost estimations, and crafting comprehensive project specifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Eddie Green)
Dec. 4, 2025 - To maintain a dominant naval presence in the face of evolving threats, ensuring the resilience and modernization of critical infrastructure is paramount. At Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division, individuals like...
Efficiency expert: Stevens leads contracting modernization at NSWC PCD, awarded for excellence
Capt. Paul Stence, Jr., Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) commanding officer, recognized outstanding NSWC PCD member, Nicole Stevens, for her exceptional contributions to the command's contracting department with the Civilian Service Achievement Medal.
Sept. 29, 2025 - Nicole Stevens, Simplified Acquisitions Procedures (SAP) branch head at Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD), received the Department of the Navy Civilian Service Achievement Medal for her exceptional...
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