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NSWC Crane demonstrates continued support for NASA energy storage life cycle testing for more than 60 years
February 11, 2019 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) has supported National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and other programs for more than 60 years in energy storage life cycle testing. Currently, NSWC Crane is conducting tests for the NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC) International Space Station (ISS) Lithium-ion Program, which replaces outdated units to allow longer energy storage for ISS missions. This testing allows ISS to complete critical scientific research in space... MORE

DON Innovation Tactical Advancements for the Next Generation (TANG
February 11, 2019 — Tactical Advancements for the Next Generation (TANG) employs a customized suite of Applied Design methodologies to tackle human-centered challenges within DoD. The TANG portfolio has grown rapidly in the past six years to serve areas beyond the Submarine Force. Recent expansion has included Maintenance and Material Management (3M) for the Surface Navy, Integrated Air and Missile Defense Mission Planning, Food Service, Aviation Mission Support, and Sailor Toughness. With 50+ concepts in various stages of development and 7 concepts delivered to the Fleet, TANG continues to transform ideas into lasting impact across the Navy... MORE

Tactical Advancements for the Next Generation (TANG) participants of the Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) Mission Planning Seminar post their likes, wishes, questions and concerns about pre-event concepts to kick-off the week. The TANG brings government civilians, contractors, enlisted and officer personnel together with commercial enterprises to tackle challenges through innovation.

Navy Food Service Uses Design Thinking to Revolutionize Processes
February 8, 2019 — MECHANICSBURG, Pa. -- Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) held an event May 2-5, 2016, that brought together experts and stakeholders in Navy Food Service to identify innovative solutions for Sailors in their food service experience... MORE

NAVSUP CO is part of TANG event to improve Navy Food Service

LPD 17 Class Flight II Program Moves the Navy Forward with Common Rail Fuel Injection
February 8, 2019 — WASHINGTON - The next generation LPD 17 Flight II Class amphibious transport dock ships are moving forward in Main Propulsion Diesel Engine (MPDE) efficiency by installing the common rail fuel injection system on the ship's Pielstick-Colt 2.5V Sequentially Turbocharged (STC) engine. This technically advanced system replaces the existing mechanical fuel delivery system and is expected to yield significant lifecycle cost savings due to reduced fuel usage and maintenance costs... MORE

NSWC Dahlgren Division Makes On the Spot Job Offers to Candidates at Career Fair
February 7, 2019 — FREDERICKSBURG, Va. -- Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) made 36 on-the-spot job offers at a career fair held at the Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center, the command's Human Resources Division announced Feb. 7.In all, 313 candidates participated in the event. Recruiters were pleased with the candidate turnout, many held... MORE

IMAGE: FREDERICKSBURG, Va. (Feb. 5, 2019) - Job candidates check in with Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) representatives at the command's Career Fair. NSWCDD made 36 on-the-spot job offers at the event held in the Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center. In all, 313 candidates with bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees in technical and business fields inquired about positions available for entry-level and experienced scientists, engineers, and business professionals.

Digital twin brown bag: structural health monitoring
February 6, 2019 — Alongside the Navy and Naval Sea Systems Commands (NAVSEA), other organizations like the U.S. Air Force and NASA are developing cyber-physical systems now known as digital twin... MORE

U.S. Navy Successfully Conducts AN/SPY-6(V) Air and Missile Defense Radar Ballistic Missile Test
February 5, 2019 — KAUAI, Hawaii - The U.S. Navy's AN/SPY-6(V)1 Air and Missile Defense Radar (AMDR) successfully tracked a ballistic missile target, Jan. 31. ... MORE

Forward Deployed Regional Maintenance Center USS Whirlwind Availability Complete
February 5, 2019 — Forward Deployed Regional Maintenance Center (FDRMC) Detachment Bahrain completed USS Whirlwind’s (PC 11) Docking Phased Maintenance Availability (DPMA) on Jan. 15... MORE

Navy Accepts Delivery of Future USS Billings (LCS 15)
February 4, 2019 — MARINETTE, Wis. — The Navy accepted delivery of the future USS Billings (LCS 15) during a ceremony at the Fincantieri Marinette Marine (FMM), shipyard, Marinette, Wisconsin, Feb. 1. ... MORE

Continuous investments in education strengthen NSWC Crane workforce
February 4, 2019 — Over the years, NSWC Crane has made significant investments in the educational advancement of its workforce. A wide variety of opportunities exist for employees to earn both technical and business bachelors, masters, and doctorate degrees. Between 150 and 200 Crane personnel take part in one of the various academic programs available. This past year alone, 175 Crane employees furthered their education through these programs... MORE

“Continuous learning is critical to meet the current and future demands of the fleet,” says Scott Karcher, the Crane Division University Technical Advisor at NSWC Crane. “We also understand the importance of our workforce being able to grow and develop through diverse learning opportunities, such as our Technician-to-Engineer bachelor’s degree program. Investing in our employees enables them to thrive.”

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