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NSWC Dahlgren Division Team Works Remotely to Ensure Valiant Shield 2020 Success
December 7, 2020 — DAHLGREN, Va. – A team of scientists and engineers remotely working from Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) ensured the success of this year’s Valiant Shield exercise taking place in the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility.The Virginia based team’s remote support of Valiant Shield 2020 sharpened the ability of maritime... MORE

IMAGE: PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 25, 2020) - USNS Charles Drew (T-AKE 10), USS Comstock (LSD 45), USS Shiloh (CG 67), USS New Orleans (LPD 18), USS Chicago (SSN 721), USS America (LHA 6), USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), USNS John Ericsson (T-AO 194), USS Antietam (CG 54), USS Germantown (LSD 42) and USNS Sacagawea (T-AKE 2) steam in formation while E/A-18G Growlers, FA-18E Super Hornets, a P-8 Poseidon, U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptors and a B-1B Bomber fly over the formation in support of Valiant Shield 2020. Meanwhile, a team of Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) scientists and engineers worked from two locations – Dahlgren, Va., and Honolulu, Hawaii – to ensure the success of this year’s Valiant Shield exercise. “Our biggest strategic accomplishment was supporting live forces, both afloat and at terrestrial sites, using a combined in-person and local operations team,” said Joseph Pack, NSWCDD deputy director for expeditionary warfare, regarding Dahlgren’s impact on the exercise that focuses on the integration of joint training in a blue-water environment among U.S. forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Codie L. Soule)

Marine Corps Veteran Speaks at NSWCDD Observance – Advises Fellow Veterans to Rebrand for Successful Careers
November 25, 2020 — DAHLGREN, Va. – From debutante to leatherneck – Duanna ‘Kimberly’ Tanner, once the sole minority student in her class at Stuart, a refined all-girls school, embraced a new life as a hard-charging Marine whose many career moves fit one word – “unexpected.”“My mother gave me the best advice before I left for boot camp,” said Tanner who regaled her... MORE

IMAGE: DAHLGREN, Va. – Duanna ‘Kimberly’ Tanner – keynote speaker at the 2020 Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division virtual Veterans Day Observance – encouraged veterans, government employees and contractors tuning in via Teams to rebrand themselves while transitioning throughout their careers. “We’re entitled to modify our personal branding to support the current environment that we live in,” said Tanner, a Marine Corps veteran and Marine Corps Systems Command project manager, at the Nov. 12 event. "We can figure out who we’re going to be and assimilate as much as necessary without compromising who we are.” (Photo courtesy of Duanna ‘Kimberly’ Tanner/Released)

NSWC Dahlgren Division Observes Disability Employment Awareness Month with NAVSEA Warfare Centers
November 23, 2020 — WEST BETHESDA, Md. — Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division in West Bethesda, Md., observed the 75th annual National Disability Employment Awareness Month in October. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and telework mandates in place, the ceremony was livestreamed on Microsoft Teams.The event was hosted by Christina Suggs, Special... MORE

IMAGE: WEST BETHESDA, Md. — Jet Griffin (left) provides ASL interpretation as Christina Suggs (not pictured) asks questions from the Fusion forum and Microsoft Teams chat for Tony Madalena (right).

Expect Better Traffic on Return to Dahlgren
November 19, 2020 — DAHLGREN, Va. - In the age of the COVID-19 pandemic things have changed. Many facets of daily life were bent in an attempt to stem the spread of infection. Masks are worn, people are more attentive to hand hygiene, and most individuals shy away from large gatherings. The institution of widespread teleworking made this possible, and to well received... MORE

NSWCPD Engineer Saves Navy Over $300K
November 10, 2020 — In engineering and life, the littlest details can make a world of difference.For Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division’s (NSWCPD) Kyle Hakun, paying attention to the details is mandatory. As a mechanical engineer working in NSWCPD’s Surface Combatant/Gas Turbine Engine branch, he routinely applies his keen eye down to the thousandths... MORE

Kyle Hakun, a mechanical engineer at the Naval Sea Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD), uses a magnification lens to examine a turbine blade. Hakun’s work recently saved the Navy over $380,000. (U.S. Navy Photo by Kyle Hakun/Released)

For the Warfighter: NSWC Dahlgren Test and Evaluation Division Pushes the Status Quo with Higher Engineering Competency
November 9, 2020 — DAHLGREN, Va. – When you hear a high-energy clamor coming from Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), you’re likely hearing ordinance qualification testing done by Dahlgren’s test and evaluation division.Every product that reaches the warfighter must first be qualified for release. “We want to ensure products that are going to be... MORE

IMAGE: Dahlgren, VA. – When you hear a high-energy clamor coming from Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), you’re likely hearing ordinance qualification testing done by Dahlgren’s test and evaluation division. Every product, including the one pictured, must first be qualified for release. “Dahlgren is all about weapons systems and developing material to go out into the fleet to help the warfighter,” said Shawn Schneider, vibration subject matter expert. Environmental testing is split into dynamic and climatic testing. “We owe it to the warfighter to make sure that we do the right tests.” Schneider continued, “There’s no one size fits all, easy answer, to what vibration testing entails. Everything is tailored.” NSWCDD’s move to a test and evaluation team with greater engineering competency has propelled the organization’s capacities forward. Barry Mohle, NSWCDD test and evaluation division head, says NSWCDD’s impact on the DoD goes even beyond their testing capabilities. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)

NSWCDD Dam Neck Activity Change of Command Highlights Teamwork and ‘War Winning Capability” for the Fleet
October 29, 2020 — VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – Cmdr. Michael Aiena relieved Cmdr. Joe Oravec as commanding officer of Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Dam Neck Activity in a change of command ceremony held at Dam Neck Activity’s Hopper Hall auditorium, Oct. 16.“It has been a great privilege to serve as the commanding officer of Dam Neck Activity,”... MORE

IMAGE: VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Oct. 16, 2020) – Cmdr. Michael Aiena, commanding officer of Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Dam Neck Activity, receives his command ashore pin from his mother while his father looks on at a change of command ceremony held at Dam Neck Activity’s Hopper Hall auditorium. Aiena relieved Cmdr. Joe Oravec during the ceremony. “My parents are the reason I’m here,” said Aiena, who told the audience on site and over a live Teams broadcast that he is humbled to assume command at NSWCDD Dam Neck Activity. “I am thrilled with this opportunity to work with the Sailors and civilians that make up the command for they are our most valuable resource.” (U.S. Navy photo/Released)

NSWCPD’s 2020 JLL Program Graduates Share Insights
October 14, 2020 — “I would have been sitting in the Pentagon with the Assistant Secretary of the Navy for a brief, if it hadn’t been for COVID-19!”Imagine being part of a senior leadership program and almost ending up at the Department of Defense Headquarters. Thanks to the Journey Level Leaders (JLL) Program, that’s exactly where Suzanne Onesti would’ve been as... MORE

Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Executive Director Jim Smerchansky and Commander Vice Adm. William Galinis attend the virtual graduation of 2020 Cadre VI Journey Level Leaders (JLL) Program on September 18. (U.S. Navy photo by Brentan Debysingh/Released)

NSWC Panama City's Th-E Neutralizers go for the gold, win Director's Cup 2020
October 14, 2020 — The Expeditionary and Maritime Systems E-Department team “Th-E Neutralizers” from Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) were named the 2020 Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Warfare Centers Director’s Cup champions during a streaming event October 14. “I am immensely proud of all of the hard work that each of the teams put... MORE

The Expeditionary and Maritime Systems E-Department team “Th-E Neutralizers” from Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division was named the 2020 Naval Sea Systems Command Warfare Centers Director’s Cup champions during a streaming event. Pictured from left to right: Matthew Wadle, Miguel Salinas, James Sovel, and Dominic Nguyen

NSWC Dahlgren Division Engineer Wins Navy Superior Civilian Service Award, Credits ‘Early Mentors’ for Accomplishments Impacting Navy Systems
October 7, 2020 — DAHLGREN, Va. – Denise Bagnall reflected on memories of her mentors and their guidance throughout her career when informed that she won the second highest Department of the Navy honorary award that can be granted to a Navy civilian employee.The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) engineer credits her mentors, family and... MORE

IMAGE: DAHLGREN, Va. – Denise Bagnall, the navigation chief engineer for Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), was granted the Department of the Navy Superior Civilian Service Award in recognition of her outstanding contributions to force-level Navy systems across the navigation and track management portfolios. Bagnall was formally recognized on July 27, 2020. “I have never looked for the next promotion in my career. I have just worked hard every day to do my best, and to support the warfighter,” said Bagnall, “The Naval workforce is the best!” (U.S. Navy photo/Released)

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