Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA)

More on-time #NAVSEAnews out of the Mid-Atlantic! ? Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) showcased its critical role in naval readiness, after providing maintenance support to the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (CSG), enabling their on-time departure for Type Training. ? While supporting the Gerald R. Ford CSG, MARMC simultaneously supported several other ships, ultimately readying 10 warships to depart on-schedule, fully mission capable. This news follows Norfolk Naval Shipyard’s recent on-time completion of USS George H.W. Bush. ? Read more about MARMC’s “ten out of ten” and the vital role our Regional Maintenance Centers play to ensure our Fleet’s optimal readiness: https://lnkd.in/erWryX9k

??Attention on deck … CVN 77 is back on the field, on time! USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) successfully completed sea trials off the coast of Virginia this weekend, marking the successful on-time conclusion of its ten-month Planned Incremental Availability at Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY). The timely return of George H.W. Bush to the fleet provides advanced systems and capabilities into the hands of our warfighters and demonstrates how the nation’s public shipyards are meeting the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations' objective of putting more ready players—combat-ready platforms—on the field. Read more about CVN 77’s return to the fleet here: https://lnkd.in/emuuDBTe

The SMART Program, sponsored by the Department of Defense (DoD) and NAVSEA, offers full tuition coverage, a generous annual stipend, valuable internships, and guaranteed employment with a DoD agency upon graduation. The application deadline is December 6. This program provides a great opportunity for funding and a career in defense and research. For eligibility and application details, visit the SMART Program website. Apply now! https://lnkd.in/grt7A2h #SMARTProgram #DoDCivilianCareers #USNavy #LifeatNAVSEA

?? PAUSE ?? here on your timeline for this brief NAVSEA News Update!! Read: ??The latest on AUKUS ??The Navy’s recent investments in munitions and the maritime industrial base ??Our Department of the Navy Acquisition Excellence Awards winners ... and more on our Media>News page at navsea.navy.mil.

This Veterans Day, we take time to honor our heroes who’ve served and those who continue to serve, our nation’s military. From those within our enterprise, across the Nation and beyond, whose sacrifices have ensured our safety and freedoms, NAVSEA thanks you for your service. ?????? #VeteransDay2024

Last week, the NAVSEA HQ workforce celebrated our nation’s first line of defense with a special cake cutting ceremony honoring the 249th Birthday of the United States Marine Corp.? ? The ceremony featuring guest speaker Brigadier General Tamara L. Campbell, Commander of Marine Corps Systems Command, who also kicked off the NAVSEA Toys for Tots season with NAVSEA Vice Commander (Acting) Capt. Brian Metcalf. ? Today NAVSEA joins the nation in wishing our U.S. Marine Corps shipmates a very Happy 249th Birthday. Semper Fi!

Tomorrow, the crew of the future USS John Basilone (DDG 122) will bring the ship to life, becoming a part of the #NavyTheNationNeeds! Please join us on Navy Live to celebrate! Livestream will begin at 9:50 EST and the ceremony at 10:00 EST at https://lnkd.in/e46hFu5s.

Tomorrow, join us in recognizing some of NAVSEA’s own as they are honored at the Sean H. Stackley Dept. of the Navy Acquisition Excellence Awards.?Livestream shared below.??

Last week, US Navy leaders participated in a groundbreaking ceremony hosted by Austal USA for their newest Module Manufacturing Facility for submarine components. The new building will provide 369,600 square feet of indoor space purpose-built to manufacture components for Virginia and Columbia-class submarines. Vice Adm. Scott Pappano, principal military deputy to the assistant secretary of the Navy for research, development and acquisition, and Mr. Matt Sermon, executive director for program executive office for strategic submarines, gave remarks among industry partners and local and regional government leadership, sharing their excitement about the collaboration and the collective effort to achieve the goals of the project. Sermon emphasized the strategic imperative of partnering with industry and stakeholders to strengthen the nation’s shipbuilding capacity and reflected on the critical importance of the region. He highlighted the importance of workforce attraction, advanced manufacturing technology and infrastructure development. #NAVSEA #ForceBehindtheFleet #GetMorePlayersontheField #MaritimeNation Pictures 1 & 2 Left to right: Mr. Matthew Sermon, Executive Director of Program Executive Office, Strategic Submarines; the Honorable Ms. Merceria Ludgood, Commissioner, Mobile County; Ms. Michelle Krueger, President Austal USA; the Honorable Jerry Carl, US House of Representatives, Alabama's first district; Vice Admiral Scott Pappano, Principal Military Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy, Research, Development and Acquisition; and the Honorable Sandy Stimson, Mayor, city of Mobile. Picture 3: Sermon (center) delivering remarks.

NAVSEA Commander, Vice Adm. Jim Downey and Executive Director Chris Miller gathered today with the NAVSEA team to celebrate the U.S. Navy’s 249th Birthday with a cake cutting ceremony. Traditionally cut by the oldest and youngest sailors present at the birthday celebration, this year’s Navy birthday cake was cut by LT. Gracie Larison, the youngest serving member at NAVSEA HQ and Vice Adm. Downey. From #TheForceBehindTheFleet, Happy 249th Birthday US Navy!!