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NSWC PCD’s technical capabilities support the warfighter at BALTOPS 2024
July 23, 2024 — During Baltic Operations Exercise 2024 (BALTOPS 24), Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) demonstrated ways in which the command develops, delivers, and sustains innovative capabilities for our nation’s warfighters.Conducted since 1971, BALTOPS is an annual maritime-focused military exercise in the Baltic Sea and its... MORE

An MH-60S Seahawk helicopter configured with the Airborne Mine Neutralization System (AMNS) conducts a mine countermeasure exercise during the 2024 Baltic Operations Exercise. During the exercise, two Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division technical capabilities were demonstrated: A significant mine countermeasure operation was carried out, involving an MH-60S helicopter equipped with the AMNS system to combat moored mines, and the innovative Common Undersea Visualization and Exploitation Tool capability granted fleet users enhanced situational awareness for better strategic decision-making. (U.S. Department of Defense photo)

NSWCDD Modeling & Simulation proves beneficial to the warfighter
July 23, 2024 — Showcasing Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division’s (NSWCDD) technical rigor in a wartime posture drew 350-plus professionals to its Modeling & Simulation (M&S) and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Summit July 16-18 at University of Mary Washington’s Dahlgren Campus.Dahlgren Division, Naval Sea Systems Command Warfare Centers, Naval... MORE

IMAGE: John Romano, head of the Aeronautics, Hypersonic Design & Analysis Branch at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division, reviews the schedule at the Modeling & Simulation (M&S) and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Summit July 16 at University of Mary Washington’s Dahlgren Campus. Romano has led the annual summit for six years.

NSWCs PCD and PHD use technical director rotation to build a learning organization
July 5, 2024 — The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) continued its pursuit to construct a world class team built on exceptional technical proficiency and leadership competence during a recent NAVSEA Warfare Centers’ Technical Director (TD) swap, last spring.Separated by more than 2,250 miles, Naval Surface Warfare Centers (NSWC) Technical Directors Dr. Peter... MORE

Capt. David Back, Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division commanding officer, and members of his leadership team welcome Mr. Jeffrey Koe, Naval Surface Warfare Center Port Hueneme Division technical director, for his technical director swap, April 29. This one-week rotation helped Koe better understand how NSWC PCD supports the warfighter. (U.S. Navy photo by Eddie Green)

NSWC Dahlgren Division bids farewell to recently retired Commanding Officer Capt. Philip Mlynarski
June 24, 2024 — On June 21, Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) and Navy senior leadership, personnel and local dignitaries came together among a crowd of family and friends to honor Capt. Philip Mlynarski’s 26 years of commendable service to the nation. Mlynarski, who served as the 47th Commanding Officer at NSWCDD, was relieved by Capt... MORE

IMAGE: Capt. Philip Mlynarski (center) salutes as he exits his retirement ceremony at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division June 21. Mlynarski served as NSWCDD’s 47th commanding officer in the final two years of his 26-year career.

NSWC Dahlgren Division welcomes new commanding officer at change of command ceremony
June 21, 2024 — Continuing in the rich tradition of commemorating the change of command, saying farewell to one commanding officer and welcoming another, Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) held the ceremonious event June 21 along the Potomac River Test Range gun line.NSWCDD senior leadership, personnel and loved ones gathered on a warm summer... MORE

IMAGE: Capt. Joseph Oravec (left) shakes hands with Capt. Philip Mlynarski after assuming command of Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division during a change of command ceremony June 21. Rear Adm. Thomas Dickinson (center), commander of Naval Surface Warfare Center and Naval Undersea Warfare Center, delivered the ceremony’s opening remarks.

NSWC Dahlgren Division’s Aurora Software Foundry Joint Laser Deconfliction Safety Software Team Wins Prestigious 2024 Dr. Delores M. Etter Top Scientists and Engineers of the Year Award
June 12, 2024 — In the highly competitive landscape of Navy-wide recognition, Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division’s (NSWCDD) Aurora Software Foundry (ASF) Joint Laser Deconfliction Safety Software (JLDSS) Team has achieved an impressive victory by securing the prestigious Assistant Secretary of the Navy (ASN) (Research, Development and Acquisition... MORE

IMAGE: Pictured with Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division Technical Director, Dale Sisson Jr., P.E., SES and Integrated Engagement Systems Department Head Shellie Clift are Dr. Udayan Bhapkar, Lindsey Klunder, James Latourell and William "Jack" Smith members of the Aurora Software Foundry Joint Laser Deconfliction Safety Software Team and Cory Willoughby, member of the AN/SPY-6(V) 1 Radar Aegis Baseline 10 Test Team. Both teams were recognized as winners of the Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development and Acquisition Dr. Delores M. Etter Top Scientists and Engineers of the Year Award for 2024. The teams were honored during a ceremony at the Pentagon, June 12.

Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life: Veteran Integration Program
June 3, 2024 — On May 30, the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division's (NSWCDD) Employee Engagement Program hosted a Veteran Integration Program event focusing on “Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life.” The event featured a panel consisting of four veterans from NSWCDD representing various branches of the military: Cmdr. Karen Wingeart, Lt. Dillon... MORE

IMAGE: On May 30, Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division's hosted a Veteran Integration Program event focusing on “Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life.” The event had several NSWCDD panelists who shared diverse insights, experiences and answered questions from attendees.

NSWCDD supports new Naval Gold Standard Artificial Intelligence Computer
May 22, 2024 — “This was an opportunity to help our scientists and engineers make sure they have the resources they need to solve hard problems promptly in ways we could not before.” Ben Goldman, from Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), is one of the co-leads for the intelligent automation thrust and recently assisted with the strategic... MORE

Annual command award ceremony recognizes top one percent of workforce
April 16, 2024 — Each year, the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division hosts the Commanding Officer and Technical Director’s Annual Awards ceremony. This year’s event included 15 Annual Awards, one Navy Civilian Service Meritorious Award, and recognition of three patents acquired in fiscal year 2023... MORE

These Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division Commanding Officer and Technical Director’s Annual Awards for fiscal year 2023 wait to be handed out to prior to the command's event, March 29. This year’s event included 15 Annual Awards, one Navy Civilian Service Meritorious Award, and recognition of three patents acquired. (U.S. Navy photo by Eddie Green)

Commentary: NSWC PCD’s Strategic Plan Roll-Out - Core Values and Guiding Principles
March 19, 2024 — This commentary, from Danielle Kinkade, Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division corporate strategist, highlights the process and documents how this Navy Lab developed its strategic plan to dominate the littorals. From the vision, mission statement, Navy core values, guiding principles and categories, every word was intentional to help NSWC PCD better support the warfighter... MORE

The updated Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division Strategic Plan. Fiscal year 2024 begins an exciting new chapter in this Navy Lab’s future to Dominate the Littorals using this mission, core values, guiding principles and categories to support the warfighter. (U.S. Navy graphic by Cathy Layton)

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