Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division

NSWCDD hosted a three-day Naval Surface Technology and Innovation Consortium (NSTIC) collaboration event, presenting strategies and program specifics to academia, defense and industry representatives. The event showcased NSWCDD's commitment to innovation and collaboration for faster and better defense solutions. Day 1: Featured guided tours of NSWCDD facilities. Day 2: Provided NSWCDD’s overview and technical approach. Day 3: Included one-on-one technical meetings. Technical Director Dale Sisson Jr., P.E., SES, emphasized the importance of partnerships in the ongoing evolution of NSWCDD. Commanding Officer Capt. Joe Oravec highlighted the need for innovative collaborations to accelerate fleet deployment. NSTIC Other Transaction Authority (OTA) program lead Cindy Montrief discussed how the OTA helps expand the reach of technology transition initiatives with a noted increase in project awards over the past four years. NSWCDD subject matter experts provided briefs about their technology challenges and the solutions they seek in areas such as launcher and projectile systems, directed-energy science and artificial intelligence/machine learning. Thank you for your enduring support! Together, we're forging tools for our nation's defenders. #USnavy #NSTIC #Collaboration #Partnership

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We were honored to welcome Rear Adm. William Daly, director, Surface Warfare Division, N96, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations to NSCWDD. The visit began with a discussion with NSCWDD’s Deputy Technical Director Darren Barnes, SSTM, various department heads and leadership, providing a detailed overview of our latest technological improvements. Key highlights of the visit included: *Conventional Gun Solutions: Showcasing our advancements in firepower and precision. *Directed Energy and Lethality: Demonstrating the future of defense with our innovative directed energy systems. *Combat Systems: Providing insights into our state-of-the-art combat systems designed to enhance operational effectiveness. As we persistently redefine the boundaries of technology in defense, our steadfast aim is to equip our forces with the most sophisticated tools. #USnavy #NSWCDD #Innovation #Technology

????Attention. Attention. Attention! Join us for the 3rd Annual Dahlgren Downtown Event this Oct. 11 at the Old Silk Mill! Enjoy family-friendly STEM activities, explore US Navy history and check out a real range boat up close! Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn, explore and discover advanced technology that showcases the innovation at Dahlgren. #DahlgrenDowntown #STEM #USNavy #community #NSWCDD Dale Sisson, P.E.

??NEW TEAM MEMBERS! Join us in celebrating the arrival of nine new team members! We’re excited to see the unique skills and perspectives they’ll bring, and how their expertise will enhance our mission in support of the warfighter. ?All hands-on deck! #NSWCDD #NEOgrad #NewEmployee #welcome #team #usnavy #navy

Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month, NSWCDD hosted a warfare centers-wide event highlighting the Hispanic community's influential role in driving change through resilience and innovation. NSWCDD’s Commanding Officer Capt. Joe Oravec kicked off the event by sharing the impactful story of 1st Lt. Baldomero López, who gallantly gave his life for his country while forging ahead against enemy forces. "There is an old expression: You can’t point the way; you have to lead the way,” said Oravec. Following Oravec’s remarks, a panel discussion with leaders from all divisions fostered a dialogue about our multifaceted, proficient team and their role in our successful mission. The distinguished guests shared their perspectives on how their values, cultures, work challenges and successes shaped their careers. #NSWCDD #navy #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth #usnavy #together #unity

??Challenge Accepted: Driving Precision in Metamodeling The recent Workforce Development Challenge at the NSWCDD Innovation Lab focused on promoting collaboration and networking among new recruits while teaching them to craft innovative prototype solutions. The challenge involved metamodeling—the science of creating streamlined and suitable mathematical representations of contested environments for swift and precise analysis. This process leverages knowledge from a range of Navy systems, algorithm creation, statistical analysis and metamodeling methodologies. Teamwork is essential at these events, as the engineers rely on each other’s varied expertise and experience to facilitate speedy and accurate assessments. Their methods efficiently analyzed vast, complex battlespaces, demonstrating that metamodeling can provide the Navy with rapid evaluations while upholding scientific rigor and accuracy. ?????Bravo Zulu, Teams! #NSWCDD #Navy #Innovation #Challenge #Solution #Teamwork

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?That’s a wrap on the NAS Oceana Air Show! NSWCDD had an amazing time showcasing our STEM activities and sharing more about our innovative work to support the warfighters. From interactive booths to hands-on learning, we enjoyed engaging with visitors of all ages. The Air Show was thrilling, featuring exciting demos from the Blue Angels, F-22 Raptor Demo Team and more! ????? Thank you to our team who worked to support this event, NAS Oceana and everyone who joined us—we can’t wait to see you next year! ?? #OceanaAirShow2024 #STEM #Innovation #BlueAngels #F22 #NSWCDD #AirShow

The NAS Oceana Air Show has been EPIC! Check out the F-22 Raptor Demo Team demonstrating the might of the U.S. Air Force and showcasing the capabilities of the F-22 fifth generation fighter. #usnavy #navy #airforce #OceanaAirShow #airshow