Dr. Lewis assumed the responsibilities of Technical Director for Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) in February 2021 and was appointed a member of the Senior Executive Service (SES). In this role, Dr. Lewis serves as the senior civilian at the command, which consists of more than 3,900 military and government civilians providing the Navy with national technical leadership in Electromagnetic Warfare, Expeditionary Warfare, and Strategic Missions.
NSWC Crane plays a critical role with nuclear modernization programs, electromagnetic spectrum operations, trusted microelectronics, hypersonic systems, and integration/interoperability, which are among the highest priorities in the Department of Defense’s modernization strategy.
Dr. Lewis brings exceptional leadership and more than 30 years of experience to Crane.
Prior to her appointment as SES, Dr. Lewis served as the Business Director and Corporate Operations Department Director where she provided executive level leadership for the command’s strategic plan, senior level customer outreach, program office interface, and corporate business capabilities. Additionally, she served as Chief of Staff and Deputy Director for the Global Deterrence and Defense Department.
Throughout her career, she has maintained an active role in working on behalf of the Crane workforce. She has been instrumental to the establishment of Crane Division University and to the creation of the organization’s hallmark leadership development courses.
Dr. Lewis holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Business Administration in Operations Management from Ball State University. She also holds a Ph.D. in Management and Human Resource Leadership from Sullivan University. Dr. Lewis also received a Public Management Certification from Indiana University.
Dr. Lewis was awarded the Navy Meritorious Civilian Service Award for professional achievement while serving as the Deputy Commander of the Corporate Operations and Total Force Director from August 2022-November 2022.