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From subs to the lab: Dan Hogan’s Navy service provides unique perspective at NSWC Dahlgren Division
November 18, 2025 — For Dan Hogan, the journey from the silent, high-tech corridors of nuclear submarines to the labs of Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division was anything but planned. He joined the Navy for practical reasons after earning a physics degree. That turned into a 20-year career aboard some of the most complex and mysterious vessels ever... MORE

DAHLGREN, Va. – Dan Hogan, a scientist at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division, stands in front of the first, second and third stage motors of a submarine-launched ballistic missile. As a scientist at NSWCDD, he works on targeting and communications software for submarines, ensuring that these systems meet the needs of the Sailors who rely on them. (Dorina Watermolen/NSWCDD Photo)

NSWC Crane Highlights its Dedication to Naval Excellence at its 3rd Annual Meet the Mission Event
November 18, 2025 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) hosted its 3rd annual Meet the Mission (MtM) event on September 11th. MtM gave civilian, military and contractor employees the chance to explore the different technologies produced on base.MtM included tables, booths, and technology showcased from all of NSWC Crane’s mission areas as well as... MORE

CAPT Boonyobhas observing technological demonstrations

Navy Accepts Delivery of Future USS Harvey C. Barnum, Jr.
November 18, 2025 — BATH, Maine - The U.S Navy accepted delivery of future USS Harvey C. Barnum, Jr. (DDG 124), from General Dynamics Bath Iron Works, Nov. 17.The delivery of DDG 124 marks the official transfer of the ship from the shipbuilder to the Navy.Delivery follows a rigorous series of at-sea and pier side trials designed to demonstrate the ship’s readiness and... MORE

The U.S Navy accepted delivery of future USS Harvey C. Barnum, Jr. (DDG 124), from General Dynamics Bath Iron Works, Nov. 17.

Leading Change Below the Surface: Jessica Klotz Champions Safer Seas Through HazMat Reform
November 17, 2025 — For Jessica Klotz, a 25-year veteran of Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division, creating organizational change doesn’t happen in the limelight — it happens in the unseen safety of every Sailor who steps aboard a Navy ship. Klotz serves as the Technical Area Leader for the Hazardous Materials and Pollution Prevention Team within the... MORE

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NSWCPD Honors Employees at Quarterly Awards Ceremony
November 17, 2025 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) celebrated more than 150 employees at its Fiscal Year 2025 Fourth Quarter Awards Ceremony, a gathering marked by gratitude, pride, and recognition of excellence throughout the command on Sept. 11, 2025.NSWCPD Awards Program Manager Celynda Cortez welcomed attendees and served as emcee,... MORE

NSWCPD Technical Director Nigel C. Thijs, SES, presents Thomas M. Miller with the Department of the Navy Civilian Service Achievement Medal in recognition of his exceptional professional achievement as the Machinery Silencing RDT&E Lead for the Columbia Class Submarine Program. Throughout his 40-year career, Miller’s visionary leadership and technical expertise were instrumental in advancing submarine stealth through innovative quieting technologies and methodologies—critical to maintaining the U.S. Navy’s strategic advantage in undersea warfare. (U.S. Navy photo by Jay Butterbaugh, CTR)

Dr. Michael Robert Receives Rear Adm. David W. Taylor Award for Scientific Achievement
November 14, 2025 — BETHESDA, Md. – Dr. Michael A. Robert, a Technical Project Manager at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division, received the Rear Admiral David W. Taylor Award for Outstanding Scientific Achievement for his work in developing a fully autonomous, continuously monitoring prognostic health system for submarines. The award recognizes Robert’s... MORE

New Puget Sound Navy Museum exhibit to celebrate 250 years of Navy history
September 30, 2025 — The Puget Sound Navy Museum is set to open a new exhibit featuring the daily lives of U.S. Navy Sailors throughout the service’s 250-year history, with an emphasis on life at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility. The exhibition, “Celebrate - The Legacy of the Sea,” opens Sept. 26 at 10 a.m., with keynote addresses from... MORE

Puget Sound Navy Museum Curator Megan Churchwell, middle, Carolyn Lane, left, museum educator, and volunteer
Claudia Davis preview the museum's new Navy exhibit — "Celebrate - The Legacy of the Sea," Sept. 17, 2025, at the museum in downtown Bremerton, Washington. (U.S. Navy photo by Jeb Fach)

Efficiency expert: Stevens leads contracting modernization at NSWC PCD, awarded for excellence
September 29, 2025 — Nicole Stevens, Simplified Acquisitions Procedures (SAP) branch head at Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD), received the Department of the Navy Civilian Service Achievement Medal for her exceptional contributions to the command's contracting department (Code 02) Sep. 26... MORE

Capt. Paul Stence, Jr., Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) commanding officer, recognized outstanding NSWC PCD member, Nicole Stevens, for her exceptional contributions to the command's contracting department with the Civilian Service Achievement Medal.

Carderock Engineer Honored with Prestigious Captain Harold E. Saunders Award for Exemplary Technical Management
September 26, 2025 — WEST BETHESDA, Md. — Frederick Merkel, an electrical engineer with Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division, received the Captain Harold E. Saunders Award for Exemplary Technical Management. The award recognizes his leadership in establishing a critical new program for the Navy’s submarine force. Merkel, who joined Carderock as a contractor... MORE

Frederick Merkel, an electrical engineer with Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division

BlueTIDE event connects NUWC Division Newport with technology companies to advance US Navy capabilities
September 26, 2025 — Fifteen technology companies participated in a mission-driven prize challenge, and dozens of others exhibited their capabilities on Aug. 28 during the 2025 Blue Technology Innovation Demonstration Event (BlueTIDE) held at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport’s Narragansett Bay Test Facility (NBTF) and Sail Newport at Fort Adams State Park... MORE

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