Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)

#OTD in 1942: The first successful launch of a sonobuoy from an aircraft was made from a U.S. Army B-18 bomber. By the end of October, the procurement of the expendable radio sonobuoy had been initiated when the Bureau of Ships ordered 1,000 sonobuoys and 100 associated receivers. Subsequently, the #Army Air Corps ordered 6,410 of the AN/CRT-1 sonobuoys, while the #Navy ordered 1,800 units. By 1943, full scale production had commenced in time for Allied Hunter-Killer groups to make full use of sonobuoys in the Battle of the Atlantic. Today, our Air Anti-Submarine Warfare Systems Program Office (PMA-264) plays a critical role in developing, acquiring and sustaining airborne ASW systems and sensor requirements across the #Navy, #MarineCorps and Allied Anti-Submarine Warfare enterprise.

#NAVAIR Security Cooperation Office Junior Development Program celebrates its ninth year on #NationalInternsDay! Today, #Interns in the program received a briefing from our Aircrew Systems Program Office, toured a KC-130T with VX-20, and got up close and personal with an EA-18G Growler courtesy of VX-23. The program gives college students a deeper understanding of where their passions lie. “My experience this summer has been fantastic,” said first year intern Michael Gordon. “Through this program I have learned extensively about international programs and worked with incredible people wo make it all possible.”

The training for operators and maintainers of the Navy’s E-6B Mercury fleet has launched into the 21st century thanks to new virtual 3D training systems provided by NAVAIR’s Airborne Strategic Command, Control and Communications Program Office (PMA-271), the Naval Aviation Training Systems and Ranges Program Office (PMA-205), the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training and the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD). They include the new Multi-Purpose Reconfigurable Training System (MRTS) 3D Panel Trainers, interactive simulators that model and provide troubleshooting scenarios for various aircraft systems. The MRTS Maintenance Trainers and Virtual Checklist Trainers improve training, reduce risk and save money by providing hands-on instruction in a classroom rather than on the aircraft. They allow maintainers and operators to train for the mission, even when fleet aircraft are unavailable due to mission requirements. Maintenance is critical to sustaining the 37-year-old E-6 fleet, which flies missions critical to our nation’s nuclear deterrence. Better training = improved capabilities. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/e-qMwMqP #NAVAIR #USNavy #FlyNavy

🚁 A MOMENTOUS HAUL! 🚁 Did you know that #MarineCorps pilots recently transported an F-35C Lightning II airframe using a CH-53K King Stallion heavy-lift helicopter? Learn all about this amazing feat + more in our latest issue of Naval Aviation News: https://lnkd.in/eGTFu_dS

Col. Kate Fleeger, Program Manager for the H-53 Heavy Lift Helicopters Program Office (PMA) 261 speaks with an Amfuel quality manager in front of a fuel bladder working through the production process at the plant in Magnolia, Arkansas. Amfuel is the sole source provider of fuel bladders for the CH-53K King Stallion. While at Amfuel, Fleeger spoke with management and production floor personnel. She also got to see the successful results of several NAVAIR investments in the company’s production line.

After a long 18 months, NAVAIR’s USMC Light/Attack Helicopter family (https://lnkd.in/e7hyNieT) welcomes back, Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 269 which was reactivated on July 1. The squadron returns after the Marine Corps conducted analysis on force management and identified the need for an additional HMLA squadron on the East Coast. HMLA-269 will resume operating the AH-1Z “Viper” attack helicopter and the UH-1Y “Venom” utility helicopter to provide operational support to II Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF). https://lnkd.in/ecYtKs3h

Cue the applause! RADM John Lemmon, Program Executive Officer for Tactical Aircraft Programs, presented Ron Ferguson with a Meritorious Civilian Service Award for his lasting impact on the AV-8B Weapon Systems Program Office (PMA-257). As the PMA-257 product support manager, Ron’s knowledge of logistics requirements and the naval supply system as well as his sustainment prowess were key to the success of the program office. His leadership and commitment to excellence provided operating forces with ready, reliable and relevant AV-8B Harrier aircraft.

A retired AV-8B II+ Harrier aircraft found a new home at the Hickory Aviation Museum of North Carolina July 15. AV-8B Weapon Systems Program Office, the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, and others teamed up to bring this piece of history to the museum and prep it for display. VMA-223 Commanding Officer Lt. Col. John Cumbie flew the aircraft to the museum where visitors can learn about its unique engineering design and capabilities. The AV-8B is a vertical/short takeoff and landing, light attack jet that serves the U.S. Marine Corps and the Italian and Spanish Navies. Read more about the aircraft and its journey to North Carolina here: https://lnkd.in/eghkSM6k

Navy Midshipmen get a taste of heavy lift – Each summer Midshipmen from the U.S. Naval Academy visit Naval Air Station Patuxent River to see the test environment in action. These visits expose students to the vast array of test opportunities within the Navy and help them determine career paths. The CH-53 Heavy Lift Helicopters Program Office (PMA) 261 was very happy to introduce them to the newest U.S. Marine Corps heavy lift asset – the CH-53K King Stallion — currently undergoing digital interoperability testing.

Are you ready to #MakeAnImpact with our Procurement Group? If analyzing procurement requests and proposals, performing detailed cost analysis, and conducting high dollar business negotiations sounds interesting, then a career as a Contract Specialist is for you! Qualifications ✅ Must be a US Citizen ✅ Eligible to obtain a Security Clearance ✅ Undergraduate degree from an accredited university ✅ Minimum GPA of 2.95 ✅ 24 semester hours in business related subjects is desirable To apply, please send your resume and unofficial transcripts from all colleges/universities attended to NAVAIR_Procurement@us.navy.mil.