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NSWC Crane Manager Propels Team Forward
November 13, 2019 — Crane, Ind. – Andrew Hyden, a branch manager at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane), said he tries to use his role to lift others in his organization up. His drive lies in taking care of people and providing the tools and resources necessary to succeed in their careers.“I want to continue to drive the realization of diversity... MORE

Andrew Hyden, Branch Manager at NSWC Crane, manages the Acquisition, Information Technology (IT), Administration, Facilities, Security and Receiving/Operating, Materials and Supplies (OM&S) actions for his division. Before coming to Crane, Hyden earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Central Oklahoma and a Master’s Degree from Southern Nazarene University.

Former Refinery Employees Begin New Careers with NSWC Philadelphia Division
November 12, 2019 — Following the aftermath of the explosion that shuttered the Philadelphia Energy Solutions (PES) refinery, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) began working to provide career opportunities to displaced employees.At 4 a.m. on June 21, a massive explosion lit up the skies near NSWCPD. The refinery explosion happened... MORE

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) recruiters participated in a career fair at the Philadelphia Energy Solutions (PES) refinery on July 10. The NSWCPD team addressed PES refinery workers’ questions, as well as accepted resumes during the packed event. (U.S. Navy photo by Victoria Gonzalez).

PSNS & IMF welcomes 267 new apprentice graduates
November 8, 2019 — In an event four years in the making, 267 skilled workers graduated from the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility Apprentice Program in an event held Nov. 8 at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds Kitsap Sun Pavilion.This year’s class represents 24 different trades and maintained an overall class GPA of 3.835. Each graduate... MORE

Capt. Robert Figgs, left, commanding officer, Trident Refit Facility, congratulates Shop 06 electronic industrial control mechanic Ian Jones during 2019 PSNS & IMF Apprentice Graduation ceremony Friday, Nov. 8 at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds Kitsap Sun Pavilion.

Navy to Christen Expeditionary Fast Transport Newport
November 8, 2019 — The Navy will christen its newest Expeditionary Fast Transport, the future USNS Newport (T-EPF 12), during a 10 a.m. CST ceremony Saturday, November 9, at the Austal USA shipyard in Mobile, Alabama.The principal speaker is Rear Admiral Shoshana Chatfield, President of the Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island. Mrs. Charlotte Marshall, a... MORE

A Day in the Life of Series: Code 140 Safety Department
November 8, 2019 — With more than $54.7 billion in Shipbuilding and Conversion, Navy (SCN) funds projected to be executed throughout fiscal year 2020 across 12 unique programs, safely carrying out the mission at Supervisor of Shipbuilding Gulf Coast is paramount.“Our role is to ensure the safety and health of our personnel is given the highest priority, at all levels... MORE

NAVSEA Commander focuses on CNO priorities during maintenance center visits
November 7, 2019 — WASHINGTON, D.C. (NNS) - "Adm. Gilday wants to focus on three things," Vice Adm. Tom Moore, Commander, Naval Sea System Command (NAVSEA) told his waterfront team at the Southwest Regional Maintenance Center (SWRMC) this week in San Diego. "Warfighting, warfighters, and building the future fleet. Under warfighting, the very first thing he listed is... MORE

Keel Authenticated for First Flight III Arleigh Burke Class Destroyer
November 7, 2019 — PASCAGOULA, Miss. – In an historic milestone for the DDG 51 program, the keel of the first Flight III destroyer, the future USS Jack H. Lucas (DDG 125), was ceremoniously laid and authenticated at Huntington Ingalls Shipyard, Nov. 7.Ruby Lucas and Catherine B. Reynolds, ship sponsors, authenticated the keel by etching their initials into the keel... MORE

Ingalls Shipbuilding welder James Ellis welds Ship Sponsors Ruby Lucas and Catherine B. Reynolds’ initials into a steel plate during a keel authentication ceremony for the future USS Jack H. Lucas (DDG 125) at Huntington Ingalls Industries Pascagoula shipyard Nov. 7, 2019.

Carderock signs an Educational Partnership Agreement with George Mason
November 7, 2019 — Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division signed an Educational Partnership Agreement (EPA) with George Mason University this year, giving each organization reciprocal resources. Capt. Cedric McNeal, Carderock commanding officer and Larry Tarasek, technical director, met with the Dr. Kenneth Ball, Dean of Volgenau School of Engineering at... MORE

Dean of the Volgenau School of Engineering at George Mason University (GMU) Dr. Kenneth Ball (left, seated); Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division Technical Director Larry Tarasek (center, standing); and Commanding Officer Capt. Cedric McNeal (right, seated) pose in front of other Carderock employees and GMU students on Nov. 1, 2019. Ball and McNeal signed an Educational Partnership Agreement (EPA), ensuring years of partnership, collaboration and the promotion of practical, real-world applications of STEM programs and education. (U.S. Navy photo by Neubar Kamalian/Released)

AR Team Commended For PM Ammo Support
November 7, 2019 — NSWC Corona engineers in AR30 received a letter of appreciation from MARCORSYSCOM PMM-152 on October 9 for the work accomplished throughout FY19. “They have tirelessly supported a multitude of issues…which enhanced our ability to support Marines around the globe,” wrote Warren C. Clare, Program Manager for Ammunition. “In fact, due to their... MORE

Midway movie star Patrick Wilson visits Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard
November 7, 2019 — Recently, Hollywood actor Patrick Wilson visited Station Hypo located in the basement of Building 1 at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PHNSY&IMF). On Nov. 8, Lionsgate will release Midway, a film based on the attack on Pearl Harbor and the subsequent Battle of Midway during World War II. Wilson plays the role of... MORE

Hollywood actor Patrick Wilson tours Station Hypo with U.S. PACFLT Director of Intelligence and Information Operations Capt. Tony Butera and PHNSY&IMF Executive Officer Cmdr. Scott Shea. Wilson plays Edwin Layton, an intelligence officer who worked at Pearl Harbor –including at Station Hypo– during World War II, in the upcoming movie Midway.

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