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NAVSEA Warfare Centers unite for today’s Navy, tomorrow’s Navy, and the Navy after next
March 1, 2023 — Naval Sea Systems Command Warfare Center leadership from around the country assembled on the Emerald Coast to continue their mission to serve as the Navy’s principal research, development, test and evaluation assessment activity for surface/undersea systems and subsystems, Feb. 22 - 23.The 10 Division – One Team Enterprise uses these opportunities... MORE

(right) Rear Adm. Kevin P. Byrne, Naval Sea Systems Command Warfare Center commander, stands with NAVSEA commanding officers, technical directors and warfare centers headquarters staff leadership from around the country during the NAVSEA Warfare Centers Leadership Team meeting in Panama City, Fla., Feb. 22 - 23. Front row (from left): Larry Tarasek, Jeff Koe, Capt. Mike Aiena, Michael Slater, Capt. Brandon Larson, Andrea Perles, Ana Gulian, Ron Vien, Dale Sisson, Brad Jordan, Dr. Peter Adair, Dr. Angie Lewis, Rear Adm. Byrne, Second row (from left): Nigel Thijs, Capt. Tony Holmes, Andy Buckon, Capt. A.P. Breksa, Gene Hackney, Dianne Costlow, Commander Christina Carino, Capt. Richard Ardolino, Capt. Duncan McKay, Dr. David Sanders, Capt. Dana Simon, Jon Legge, Beth Warner, Capt. Chad Hennings, Adam Nave, Capt. Sylvester Brown, Capt. Eric Correll, Third row (from left): Capt. David Back, Capt. Phillip Mlynarski, Capt. Todd Hutchison, Dr. Vic Ricci, Capt. Gordon Hunt, David Grande, Ken Dotson, Capt. Damian Clem, Ashley Johnson, and Mark Oesterreich.

Computer Scientist Enjoying Second Stint at NSWCDD
February 28, 2023 — Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) computer scientist Marjorie Parish Taylor and two of her siblings became first-generation college students after graduating high school in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.The three siblings were intent on having an experience at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU), so they all headed south... MORE

IMAGE: Marjorie Parish Taylor is the lab lead for Ground/Air Task-Oriented Radar in the Electromagnetic and Sensor Systems Department at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division.

NSWCDD Hosts Black History Month Observance to Highlight Impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities on the Scientific Communities
February 28, 2023 — In honor of Black History Month, Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) hosted an observance to highlight the impact of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCU) on the scientific communities, Feb. 22.NSWCDD Deputy Technical Director Darren Barnes opened the event with welcoming remarks to the in-person and virtual... MORE

IMAGE: On Feb. 22, Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division hosted an observance to highlight the impact of historically Black colleges and universities on the scientific communities in honor of Black History Month. Individuals from left to right are Vandy Jones IV, Willie Crank Jr., Alicia Wilkerson, Gilbert Harper and Desmond Ellsworth.

NSWC Dahlgren Division Employee Charts Career Path with an Engineer’s Heart and Mind
February 27, 2023 — I can. I will. I must. Watch me! These powerful words are what drive Desiree’ Whitener to keep striving for excellence and success in her personal life and professional career. A constant reminder in the form of an engraved bracelet gifted by her mother to always do her best, continue learning and explore all possibilities, Whitener applies that... MORE

IMAGE: Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division highlights engineer Desiree Whitener for her outstanding leadership, knowledge and technical contributions to sensors and radar systems. Whitener currently supports the Marine Corps with the Ground/Air Task-Oriented Radar Program Management Office as lead engineer for Naval Integrated Fire Control and Integrated Air and Missile Defense, engaging with multiple communities and taking point on communicating information through briefings to move forward in achieving the program’s end goals.

NSWC Dahlgren Division Work Inspires Sensor Engineer to Travel the World
February 23, 2023 — As a kid, Jshuntume (JUN-too-may) McCollough traveled up and down the east coast, stopping at various events and locations to perform African dancing and drumming with his family. Since joining Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), McCollough has traveled the world. McCollough grew up in Baltimore, Maryland, along with two... MORE

IMAGE: Jshuntume (JUN-too-may) McCollough has traveled around the globe as a sensor engineer for Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. Those work trips have inspired his passion for international travel. McCollough is especially fond of the Caribbean and has visited Antigua, Cuba and Jamaica, to name a few.

NSWCDD’s Weisman Went from Outward to Upward Bound
February 21, 2023 — Before Michael Weisman became a whiz at augmented reality and virtual reality in the Weapons Control and Integration Department at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), he provided encouragement to youth who were seeking guidance.The Brooklyn, New York native was a mentor with Outward Bound USA while living in his home state. He... MORE

IMAGE: Michael Weisman is the augmented reality and virtual reality lead in the Battle Management Systems program in the Weapons Control and Integration Department at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. He also serves as the 3D laser scanning subject matter expert.

NSWCDD New Employee Shines Under Pressure
February 15, 2023 — From the time Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) employee Joshua Carter was a young boy, he had enormous potential in the STEM field. The Kansas City, Missouri, native excelled in athletics, theater and STEM-related classes.Carter’s parents and several teachers picked up on his impressive abilities. “I feel like my parents saw... MORE

IMAGE: Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) highlights Joshua Carter, a Science, Mathematics and Research for Transformation Scholarship program student. He made his way to NSWCDD in February 2022 and works in the Strategic and Computing Systems Department.

Safety Doesn’t Happen by Accident – NSWC Dahlgren Division Combat System Safety Engineer Strives to Protect the Warfighter
February 13, 2023 — Some may say safety is a journey, not a destination and requires continued diligence. Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division’s (NSWCDD) combat system safety chief engineer, Dr. Lutcher Samuel, is a valuable asset to the NSWCDD system safety engineering team.From San Antonio, Texas, to Dahlgren, Virginia, Samuel took quite the risk and leap... MORE

IMAGE: Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division spotlights combat system safety, chief engineer, Dr. Lutcher Samuel. Samuel is being recognized for his technical leadership and impressive efforts in support of the Navy warfighter.

“Many Hands Make Light Work” – Passion and Career Collide
February 9, 2023 — They say if you love what you do then success is bound to follow. This is a true mantra for Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division’s (NSWCDD) Tia Ward. The ardor flows deeply for Ward as she aims to continue her career achievements and leave lasting impressions at NSWCDD.As a King George native, Ward always desired to work for NSWCDD. She... MORE

IMAGE: Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division spotlights Tia Ward, a business operations manager for the Integrated Engagement Systems Department. Ward is being highlighted for her leadership skills and her impressive efforts to support the Navy warfighter.

Dahlgren Employees Judge King George Middle School Science Fair
February 9, 2023 — When several Dahlgren employees arrived at King George Middle School (KGMS) to judge the science fair Jan. 31, the tables were turned and they became the students.KGMS science department head Sheri Sanders addressed the representatives from the base and explained the guidelines for judging the fair.All 51 of the projects were judged and 20 students... MORE

IMAGE: Julie Grossen, a branch head in the Weapons Control and Integration Department at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division, gives feedback to seventh-grader Madison Dougherty at the King George Middle School Science Fair Jan. 31.

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