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NUWC Division Newport highlights new Navy projects during Industry Day
May 17, 2023 — Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport representatives gathered with 200 members of the Undersea Technology Innovation Consortium (UTIC) in Middletown on April 26 to discuss upcoming U.S. Navy projects and how industry can support them with rapid development, prototyping and testing of innovative technology. With more than 260 member organizations, UTIC is the national consortium of defense companies, academic institutions, nonprofit organizations and nontraditional technology companies looking to work with the government to develop innovative undersea and maritime technologies that solve current Navy challenges... MORE

NSWC Philadelphia Division Highlights Contract Specialist during Asian American Pacific Islanders (AAPI) Heritage Month
May 17, 2023 — Derek Diep, a proud first generation Chinese American, born and raised in Philadelphia’s Chinatown, serves as a Contract Specialist at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD), supporting a variety of total life cycle “cradle-to-grave” contracts that directly support the Machinery Research, Logistics & Ship Integrity and... MORE

Derek Diep, is a proud first generation Chinese American, born and raised in Philadelphia’s Chinatown. He serves as a Contract Specialist, at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD), supporting a variety of total life cycle “cradle-to-grave” contracts that directly support the Machinery Research, Logistics & Ship Integrity and Propulsion Department, as well as Power & Auxiliary Machinery Systems Department. (Courtesy Photo)

Crew board development teammates earn Navy Civilian Service Achievement Medals for their innovative efforts
May 17, 2023 — The team of Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility employees who helped spearhead the development of digital crew boards at the command, as part of the Naval Sustainment System - Shipyards initiative, were recognized for their efforts during a ceremony May 4, 2023... MORE

TEAM MEMBERS (from left): Joseph J. Doyle, Seth M. Zwiefelhofer, Bret M. Brown, Daniel F. Souza, Matthew D. Randle, Dennis G. Noah, Adam W. Knauss, Josh T. Fernandez, Dakota S. King, Brett W. Miller, Kyle R. Barone, Thomas L. Hengst, Kellan M. Smalley, Capt. Jip Mosman, Daniel S. Gile, Michelle L. Gilbert, Jonathan D. Fritsch, Michael C. Landin, Joseph R. Goosey, Allie M. Grega, Thomas K. Serrano, Steven K. Denton, Anthony J. Larrea, Mark M. Matos. NOT PICTURED: Heidi L. Butts, Sydney C. Harris, Douglas S. Harms, Mitchell F. Hutchison, Jacob W. Musser, Raymond C. Quitano, Morgan L. Schaleger, Mark W. Simmons, Daniel J. Smith, Alex C. Vandegrift. (U.S. Navy photo by Wendy Hallmark)

Keel Authenticated for Future USS Louis H. Wilson Jr.
May 16, 2023 — BATH, MAINE – The keel for the future USS Louis H. Wilson Jr. (DDG 126), a Flight III Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, was ceremonially laid at Bath Iron Works, May 16.The ship is named for Marine Corps Commandant, Gen. Louis Hugh Wilson Jr., a World War II and Vietnam War veteran who was awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroism... MORE

NSWCPD Holds Affinity Group Interview Days for Recent and Upcoming College Grads
May 16, 2023 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) held two Affinity Group Interview Days for recent and upcoming college graduates on both April 5 and April 26, 2023.The prospective NSWCPD personnel made their way to the Navy Yard in Philadelphia to be interviewed by some of the Command’s managers, but before that, candidates received a... MORE

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) Director of Strategic Planning and Investments Glenn Ward gives a Division overview to potential NSWCPD employees during the second Affinity Group Interview Day on April 26, 2023. (U.S. Navy Photo by James Butterbaugh/Released)

Understanding ergonomics: Proper use of ergonomics can help prevent work-related muscle, nerve, blood vessel, ligament and tendon injuries
May 15, 2023 — At Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility, people are the greatest asset and that means keeping them safe and ready to complete work. Naval Sea Systems Command and the Naval Safety and Occupational Health Manual 5100.23 outline requirements for a robust ergonomics program... MORE

Carderock Changes Command
May 12, 2023 — Capt. Matthew L. Tardy relieved Capt. Todd E. Hutchison as Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division’s Commanding Officer (CO) during a change-of-command ceremony held in West Bethesda, Maryland, on May 12... MORE

The official party, consisting of Capt. Aaron Stroud, Rear Adm. Kevin Byrne, Capt. Todd E. Hutchison and Capt. Matthew Tardy salute as the flag is presented during a change-of-command ceremony held in West Bethesda, Md., on May 12. (U.S. Navy photo by Devin Pisner)

Future USS Augusta (LCS 34) Delivered to the Navy
May 12, 2023 — MOBILE, Ala. — The Navy accepted delivery of the future USS Augusta (LCS 34) at Austal USA in Mobile, Alabama, May 12. USS Augusta is the second ship named in honor of the city of Augusta, Maine.“The delivery of the future USS Augusta marks a noteworthy milestone in the life of this ship and forges a great connection to the citizens of Maine, a... MORE

The future USS Augusta (LCS 34) departing for acceptance trials in Mobile, Ala. in early March.

NUWC Division Newport employee wins 2023 Business Women Award from Providence Business News
May 12, 2023 — Alison Wicks, head of the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport Acquisition Policy and Oversight Division in the Contracts Department, recently won a Providence Business News 2023 Business Women Award in the Technical Services Woman to Watch category. These annual awards recognize leading women in various business, government and nonprofit sectors and their work for their respective organizations... MORE

Alison Wicks, head of the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport Acquisition Policy and Oversight Division in the Contracts Department

Midwest Tech Bridge and NSWC Crane to Host Regional Defense Innovation Summit
May 12, 2023 — Two-Day event focused on microelectronics and advanced manufacturing will bring together inventors, entrepreneurs, government and industry... MORE