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Sailors' Feedback Helps Shape Carrier Performance
February 27, 2026 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD), is placing Sailors at the heart of efforts to refine the Advanced Weapons Elevators (AWE) aboard the USS John F. Kennedy (CVN 79). During hands-on training sessions, Kennedy crew members tested the elevators under real-world stress, offering direct feedback that influences the system's... MORE

Augmented reality was used to place new and experienced Sailors in various scenarios that mimic battle conditions to identify issues for improving the elevator system and developing better training. (U.S. Navy Photo by Jay Butterbaugh, CTR)

NSWCPD Engineers Create Remote Data Toolset to Revolutionize Fleet Support
February 27, 2026 — The U.S. Navy has long faced a major challenge when it comes to fixing complex problems aboard its ships. In the past, engineers and experts often had to travel across the world to reach vessels in need of repair. These missions could take weeks, involve costly flights, and were often slowed by limited and incomplete information, delaying critical... MORE

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) Electrical Engineer Nicholas Stepenosky and Computer Engineer Brian Rivera-Lau pose for a photo as winners of the 2025 NSWCPD Command Award in the Innovation Category for their work on the DDG 51 Class Machinery Control Systems Playback Tool Team. Stepenosky and Rivera-Lau developed a data retrieval toolset that directly interfaces with the DDG 51 Arleigh Burke-class Machinery Control System, which supports the ship’s critical functions, including propulsion, electrical power, and damage control. (U.S. Navy photo by Jay Butterbaugh, CTR)

2026 Industry Day Brings Hundreds Together to Strengthen Collaboration at NSWCPD
February 25, 2026 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD), hosted its 2026 Industry Day on Feb. 5, 2026, bringing together government and industry partners to discuss mission priorities, acquisition strategies, and upcoming technical and contracting opportunities in support of the U.S. Navy. The hybrid event drew strong participation, with 614... MORE

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) Technical Director Mr. Nigel Thijs SES, speaks during the command’s annual Industry Day on Feb. 5, 2026, which brought together industry partners for an acquisition overview, insightful briefings, and valuable meet and greets with department representatives. (U.S. Navy photo by Phil Scaringi, CTR)

NSWCPD Employees Honored During Annual Command Awards Ceremony
February 9, 2026 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) celebrated the exceptional achievements of its employees at the annual Command Awards Ceremony held at the Navy Yard in Philadelphia on January 13, 2026. The event recognized individuals and teams whose dedication, innovation, and leadership have advanced the command’s mission and... MORE

NSWCPD Commanding Officer Capt. Joseph Darcy (far left) and Technical Director Nigel C. Thijs, SES (far right), stand with the 2025 Command Awards recipients during the annual Command Awards Ceremony at the Navy Yard in Philadelphia on January 13, 2026. The event honored individuals and teams for their outstanding dedication, innovation, and leadership in advancing the command’s mission and supporting the fleet.
(U.S. Navy photo by Phillip Scaringi, CTR)

NSWCPD Employees Win Phil Heiler Excellence Award for Transformative Incentive Awards Tool
February 9, 2026 — Two Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) professionals have been awarded the prestigious Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Philip Heiler Award for Human Resources (HR) Excellence for developing an innovative tool that has transformed how the Navy recognizes its top-performing employees.NSWCPD Labor and Employee Relations... MORE

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) professionals Celynda Cortez (left) and Jared Doherty (right) were awarded the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Philip Heiler Award for Human Resources Excellence. The duo earned the honor for developing the Incentive Awards Tool, a Power Apps solution that streamlined the Navy’s employee recognition process and reduced more than 1,500 hours of manual data entry annually.
(U.S. Navy photo by Sgt. Najee Tate-Milton)

NSWCPD NREIP Fall Engagement Projects Shape Future of Navy Design, Maintenance and AI Competitions
January 15, 2026 — Fourteen college students from 13 universities across the country concluded the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division’s (NSWCPD) 2025 Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) Fall Engagement (NFE) by giving virtual presentations on four innovative Navy Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) projects on... MORE

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) hosted the 2025 Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) Fall Engagement (NFE) final presentations, where 14 students from 13 universities showcased innovative Navy STEM projects developed in collaboration with NSWCPD engineers.

NSWCPD Training Leader Receives 2025 NAVSEA HR Community Award
January 14, 2026 — Dr. Laura Santiago, the lead training specialist for the Workforce Development Branch at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD), has earned a prestigious 2025 Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Human Resources (HR) Community Award, an honor given to only six individuals and three teams across the Warfare Centers.NAVSEA... MORE

Dr. Laura Santiago, lead training specialist for the Workforce Development Branch at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD), has been honored with a prestigious 2025 Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Human Resources (HR) Community Award. Santiago was one of only six individuals and three teams across the Warfare Centers to receive this honor. (U.S. Navy photo by Sgt. Najee Tate-Milton)

NSWCPD Employee Expands Skills Through NAVSEA Journey Level Leadership Program
December 11, 2025 — When Financial Improvement Audit Remediation (FIAR) Lead Maria Amoroso was selected for the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Journey Level Leadership (JLL) Program, she saw it as more than just a personal achievement. It was an opportunity to enhance her skills, broaden her perspective, and make a lasting impact beyond her regular duties at the... MORE

NSWCPD Financial Improvement Audit Remediation (FIAR) Lead Maria Amoroso displays her certificate of completion for the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Journey Level Leadership (JLL) Program. The JLL program aims to develop advanced leadership skills, offer a strategic view of NAVSEA’s enterprise, and boost mission effectiveness through cross-organizational collaboration. (U.S. Navy photo by Spc. Najee Tate-Milton)

NSWCPD Engineer Completes NAVSEA NextGen
December 9, 2025 — Amanda DiAlessandro, a Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) surface ships mechanical engineer assigned to the HM&E Networks team, recently completed the Fiscal Year 2025 NextGen Leadership Development Program as part of Cadre VIII—marking a pivotal accomplishment in her professional journey.DiAlessandro entered the program... MORE

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division Engineer Amanda DiAlessandro shows her award after finishing the Fiscal Year 2025 NAVSEA NextGen Leadership Development Program, marking an important milestone in her career.

Innovation and Collaboration Power ASNE 2025 Intelligent Ships Symposium
December 4, 2025 — Hosted by the American Society of Naval Engineers (ASNE) in Philadelphia from Aug. 26-28, 2025, the Intelligent Ships Symposium (ISS) featured significant involvement from Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD), leading in both scale and substantive contributions.NSWCPD demonstrated technical leadership and collaborative... MORE

Hosted by the American Society of Naval Engineers (ASNE) in Philadelphia from Aug. 26-28, 2025, the Intelligent Ships Symposium (ISS) drew over 150 participants from across the U.S. and abroad—including presence from as far as South Korea—alongside more than 25 exhibitors showcasing advances in shipboard automation, artificial intelligence, digital engineering, power and propulsion, cybersecurity, and condition-based maintenance. More than 20 Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) engineers, scientists, and technical managers served as moderators, panelists, or presenters—anchoring nearly every track and expert panel. (U.S. Navy photo by Spc. Najee Tate-Milton)

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