Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division

08/27/2026

It was a great visit at NSWC Crane! ⚓️ We were proud to welcome the Honorable Ben Kohlmann, Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Manpower and Reserve Affairs), and Mr. Peter Reddy, Executive Director, Naval Surface and Undersea Warfare Centers.

Their visit focused on understanding the incredible people behind our critical mission capabilities. Thank you to our leadership for taking the time to see firsthand how NSWC Crane supports the warfighter every single day.

Naval Sea Systems Command

08/26/2026

⚓ We were honored to host RDML Dianna Wolfson, Director, Fleet Maintenance, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, at NSWC Crane! During her visit, we provided a comprehensive overview of how our installation directly supports the Fleet.

Our team was proud to showcase our critical work across three core areas:
🔹 Strategic Missions
🔹 Electromagnetic Warfare
🔹 Expeditionary Warfare

Thank you, RDML Wolfson, for your leadership and for taking the time to see firsthand how southern Indiana equips and empowers the warfighter!

08/24/2026

🌾 "Crane Gate Lights" is a tribute to NSWC Crane’s rich heritage and deep Hoosier roots. This music video honors the people who built this place, those who carry its mission today, and those shaping its future.

📺 Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LfQGoaIH49s&utm_source=naval%20surface%20warfare%20center%2C%20crane%20division&utm_medium=facebook&utm_term=99a8fef6-0902-447a-8e65-6de3f7df5294&utm_content=&utm_campaign=

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08/20/2026

NSWC Crane was proud to welcome RADM Benjamin Reynolds (DASN Budget) and several key leaders in naval sensors, electronic warfare, and fiscal management! During their time with us, we demonstrated how NSWC Crane uses the Working Capital Fund structure to effectively deliver mission-critical capabilities to our warfighters.

It’s great to showcase the hard work, efficiency, and technical expertise of our NSWC Crane workforce to Navy leadership! 🚢⚓

08/19/2026

A new capability for defense testing is here! 🚀

We've partnered with the Indiana National Guard to unveil the nation's FIRST ground-based Sled Track Facility at Camp Atterbury. This state-of-the-art track reaches speeds up to Mach 1, allowing us to test advanced flight conditions right here on the ground.

What does this mean?
✅ Faster development of critical technology
✅ Safer testing for our aircrew
✅ An estimated $1.7 million in annual savings

We are accelerating innovation to deliver mature, reliable countermeasures that protect our Warfighters. A huge thank you to all our partners for making this milestone possible!

08/18/2026

🤝 Building the Future of Defense Innovation!

We are thrilled to announce a new partnership with the University of Minnesota Twin Cities of (UMN) and the National Security Research Institute (NSRI). On August 4-5, our Technology Transfer (T2) Office hosted UMN and NSRI leadership to build a robust, future-ready talent pipeline and foster cutting-edge innovation.

A major highlight was the signing of an Educational Partnership Agreement (EPA) by CAPT Rex Boonyobhas and UMN Dean Andrew Alleyne. This means more integrated research, hands-on experiences for students, and faster technology transitions for our warfighters!

Our NSWC Crane experts also sat down with the delegation to plan future internships and collaborative research in critical areas like:

🚀 Hypersonics & Computational Aerosciences
💻 Advanced Microelectronics & Spintronics
🧬 Emerging Biotechnology & Biomanufacturing Applications

A huge thank you to UMN and NSRI leadership for a fantastic visit. We can't wait to see what we achieve together!

08/12/2026

Fusing commercial innovation with mission requirements! Recently, our Commanding Officer Capt. Rex Boonyobhas spoke at the Crane Regional Defense Group (CRDG) Connect 2 Mission event at WestGate Academy to highlight our Global Deterrence and Defense Department and Strategic Mission Area.

The mission is clear: we must outpace our adversaries and counter rapidly modernizing global threats.

By strengthening the vital partnerships between NSWC Crane and industry, we are driving urgent ex*****on and rapid scaling in Trusted Microelectronics, Nuclear Modernization, and Hypersonics. Proud to celebrate over 65 years of strategic mission support!

08/11/2026

Accelerating capabilities to the Fleet! ⚓️

NSWC Crane was proud to welcome Mr. Dave Tremper, DASN(RDT&E), during his recent visit. After speaking at the AOC Conference, Mr. Tremper toured our facilities to see our rapid mission capabilities in action. It’s always a great day when Navy leadership gets to see the incredible work our scientists, engineers, and technicians do to keep our warfighters equipped with the best technology possible.

08/10/2026

What does an Ohio State national pistol champion do for her summer break? She builds tech for the U.S. Navy. 🎯⚓️

Watch to see how computer science senior Riya Salian spent her summer with NSWC Crane. From coding in the lab to a hands-on shipboard installation in Norfolk, Riya helped engineer the I-Stalker electro-optics system—delivering critical situational awareness directly to the Fleet.

Want to learn more about her internship experience? Read the full spotlight at the link in on our website!

08/06/2026

Meet Riya Salian: a national pistol shooting champion who spent her summer making a direct impact on the U.S. Navy Fleet! 🏆 ⚓️

Riya, a senior at The Ohio State University, joined NSWC Crane for a 10-week internship. She worked with our electro-optics team on a critical sensor system, even traveling to Norfolk to help install it on a ship! She says seeing how her work helps save lives is one of the most rewarding parts of her experience.

We are so proud of our interns and the incredible talent they bring to our mission! Read more about Riya’s journey from the shooting range to the Fleet here: https://www.navsea.navy.mil/Media/News/Article/4565637/nswc-crane-engineering-intern-makes-tangible-impact-to-the-fleet/?utm_source=naval%20surface%20warfare%20center%2C%20crane%20division&utm_medium=facebook&utm_term=01c31d58-79e0-41ba-b2f4-27548ebfc408&utm_content=&utm_campaign=

Before starting her summer internship at a Navy lab, Riya Salian helped lead the Ohio State university Pistol Team to its sixth consecutive national championship.Now, heading into her senior year