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The Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) is the Department of Defense (DoD) component that works directly with defense suppliers to help ensure that DoD, federal, and allied government supplies and services are delivered on time, at projected cost, and meet all performance requirements.
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Mr. Bill Moore, director and CEO of the Defense Commissary Agency, stopped by the DCMA HQ recently to personally thank Melanie Driskell for her assistance in bringing a new SES member to DeCA. Driskell oversees DCMA’s Senior Executive Program, and was happy to help our Fort Lee neighbor. DeCA manages commissaries on U.S. military installations world-wide, and is headquartered a short walk from DCMA.
Great job Melanie!
DCMA supports America’s newest bomber, the B-21. https://www.dcma.mil/News/Article-View/Article/3251909/dcma-special-programs-supports-b-21-americas-newest-bomber/
Military spouses serve a key Defense-support role, and DCMA wants to expand that role to align with Defense hiring initiatives.
https://www.dcma.mil/News/Article-View/Article/3241469/dcma-helps-nasa-launch-artemis-i-into-space/
NASA launched the Artemis I on Nov. 16. DCMA personnel were at the Kennedy Space Center representing the agency during the recent launch.
Happy Holidays from DCMA!
And a special thank you to the agency’s dedicated team of professionals: “Happy holidays, congratulations on an exceptional year, and thank you! I hope you all have a wonderful holiday, and that 2023 is your best year ever.” Army LTG David Bassett, DCMA Director
Happy third birthday Space Force! From our long standing relationship with NASA, to our growing partnership with the Space Force and commitment to supporting the Air Force’s space acquisition priorities, DCMA is proud to be part of our national defense efforts in space. Semper Supra!
Happy birthday, U.S. Space Force! Cheers to three years of the world's
greatest Guardians providing world-class space capabilities for the nation!
DCMA's Aircraft Integrated Maintenance Operations team recently celebrated the delivery of the 31st and final AC-130J Ghostrider aircraft to the United States Air Force. The delivery completes the Air Force Special Operations Command's transition from the legacy AC-130W, AC-130U and AC-130H fleets.
The Air Force Special Operations Command recently received its 31st and final AC-130J Ghostrider, a modified version of the MC-130J Commando II aircraft. Defense Contract Management Agency Aircraft
A DCMA Hartford cross-functional team recently visited Navy SUPSHIP Conversion and Repair in Groton, Conn., led by Army Maj. Reed Timme, Engineering Manufacturing supervisor. A combat support agency, DCMA continues to build the relationships necessary to provide exceptional support to our warfighters. Look for more on this visit soon at www.dcma.mil. (U.S. Navy photo by Gary Hodgdon)
DCMA’s Naval Special Emphasis Operations personnel and representatives from the Navy’s SUPSHIP and Naval Sea Systems Command met earlier this year to talk submarines. Read more at www.dcma.mil
https://www.dcma.mil/News/Article-View/Article/3233241/submarine-construction-maintenance-insights-highlight-navy-conference/
Defense Contract Management Agency and Navy representatives discussed submarine construction and maintenance insights to ensure timely delivery of the latest submersibles.
Last week DCMA Financial & Business Operations leaders gathered at Fort Lee, Virginia, for a two-day summit to close-out the year and prepare for 2023.
Army Lt. Gen. David Bassett, DCMA director, opened the event, thanking the FB workforce for their fiscal guidance and work as a “budget multiplier” for the agency. Bassett recognized Christopher DeLena for his role as a change agent and his significant contributions to the FB team.
Take care of yourselves and each other during the long days of winter.
SAD is a type of depression characterized by recurrent seasonal patterns, with symptoms lasting about 4 to 5 months per year.
Have a great holiday!
Connecticut to Nevada - DCMA’s Sikorsky Aircraft team was proud to deliver the first HH-60W Jolly Green II Combat Rescue Helicopter to the 66th Rescue Squadron, 563rd Rescue Group, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada in August.
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DCMA Sikorsky Aircraft completes delivery of first HH-60W Jolly Green II Combat Rescue Helicopter to 563rd RQG at Nellis AFB, Nevada.
Thank you veterans! And a special thanks to the veterans that make up about half of the DCMA workforce. Our mix of military and civil service exemplifies the best of our nation, and ensures DCMA will always accomplish its noble mission.
This image is the winning design from the 2022 Veterans Affairs poster contest. The VA is the largest integrated health care network in the U.S.; provides benefits and assistance to millions of veterans; maintains 142 national cemeteries; and manages the Veterans Crisis Line at 988, ext. 1. https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/
Once a Marine, always a Marine! So to all of our Marines, active and veteran, thank you!
Photo by U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Brendan Custer
From Keystone to Eisenhower School alum, Irene Johnson exemplifies DCMA’s career opportunities.
Irene Johnson was selected by the agency to attend the Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy at Fort McNair, Virginia.
Congratulations to Army Col. Todd Masternak, Defense Contract Management Agency Springfield’s commander, (left) who was recognized Thursday for his outstanding service and contributions to the national defense during the 40th Annual Firepower Awards ceremony.
DCMA’s director, Army Lt. Gen. David Bassett, said “Col. Masternak’s recognition is evidence of the value that he and the DCMA Springfield team deliver to the Joint Program Office and the armaments industrial base. He is truly a trusted DCMA acquisition professional.”
https://www.govconwire.com/2022/11/dcma-director-david-bassett-shares-top-2-indicators-of-successful-govcon-firms/
Agency director, Army Lt. Gen. David Bassett, was the keynote speaker at GovCon Wire’s 3rd Annual Defense Digital Acquisition and Innovation Forum where he shared the top two indicators of successful companies in today’s manufacturing environment.
Global supply chain issues have significantly impacted the government contracting ecosystem in recent years, calling attention to the need for speed in federal acquisition, procurement and manufacturing processes. Kicking off GovCon Wire’s 3rd Annual Defense Digital Acquisition and Innovation For...
https://www.dvidshub.net/video/embed/862696
Are you looking for a workplace that allows for work-life flexibility while maintaining a mission that's critical to our national defense? Courtney Devlin, manpower analyst, shares how DCMA has been just this kind of organization to her throughout the pandemic and while transitioning into motherhood.
DCMA’s diverse and talented workforce is equally effective and efficient in accomplishing the agency’s mission both onsite and in virtual environments.
DCMA recently hosted a three-day New Commanders Conference in St. Louis. Army Lt. Gen. Dave Bassett, DCMA Director, welcomed more than 35 commanders from all services who have joined the agency in the past few months.
Bassett presented the DCMA Vision and Strategic Plan, and talked about the agency’s team of trusted professionals, stressing that the trust extends to our customers, partners, military services, defense industry, 4th estate, Congress and taxpayers. He encouraged a positive culture with open communication up and down the chain of leadership.
The Director said the agency is in a pivotal period, where commanders can help “set the culture of what the agency will become.”
“Since 2019, we have invested more than $22 million in new laptops and notebooks, an average of $1,683 per person across our civilian, military and contractor workforce,” said Karen Schultheis, acting
Meet Amy Zook, DCMA professional.
My DCMA showcases the agency’s experienced and diverse workforce.
The DCMA CARES Council completed its first year by updating its charter to include new team members, and by launching a Get Help app on all DCMA computers and phones with easily accessible mental health resources. Click the link to learn more.
https://www.dcma.mil/News/Article-View/Article/3190764/cares-council-renews-charter-vision-for-future/
Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) is hosting Hispanics in DoD STEM & Cyber (The DoD Civilian Careers). Would you like to attend? To participate, register at https://www.dodciviliancareers.com/job-fair
Meet Ray Embro, DCMA professional.
My DCMA showcases the agency’s experienced and diverse workforce.
Congratulations to Teresa Szawlowski, a DCMA contract administrator, and all those recognized by the Defense Department at this week’s 42nd Annual DOD Disability Awards.
The Defense Department recognized an array of problem-solvers, leaders and exceptional performers during the 42nd Annual DOD Disability Awards.
Learn more about DCMA's global presence.
About 100 representatives from 20 countries met recently in the shadow of Germany’s highest peak.
Meet Richard Lehosky, a DCMA professional.
My DCMA showcases the agency’s experienced and diverse workforce.
DCMA has a significant presence around the world. Our Pacific team covers eight countries, 43 active suppliers and 204 prime contracts valued at over $393 million. In addition, we manage reciprocal government quality assurance agreements with Korea and Australia.
In September, DCMA Director, Army Lt. Gen. Dave Bassett, met with our workforce in Japan and Korea, and visited NIPPI Corporation and Korean Airline facilities which directly support multiple aircraft programs. Bassett commended the facilities for their emphasis on foreign object debris control, clean-as-you-go, and safety.
Go DCMA Pacific!
DCMA director, Army Lt. Gen. David Bassett, was able to meet with our great team members at DCMA United Kingdom and visit Marshall Group during a recent visit to the area.
He was impressed with DCMA UK's talent, professionalism and dedication to providing the very best for our warfighters.
“The US and the UK have a long-standing special relationship. It is the daily interaction that happens between DCMA UK employees and companies like Marshalls Aerospace which strengthens this unique bond between our two nations and provides capabilities to our warfighters.”
Pictured here are the keys to the Defense Contract Management Agency’s future: the Keystones!
Forty-five DCMA Keystones attended a three-day Keystone Cohort Workshop in September, organized by DCMA Eastern Regional Command. Held in Orlando, the program included presentations, team building exercises, and opportunities to interact with senior DCMA leaders.
DCMA’s Keystone Program recruits people in all contracting disciplines and provides robust cross-functional training over a three year period. The scale and scope of duties increase over the course of the program, along with pay grades to match the increase in responsibilities.
Interested in the program and opportunities with DCMA? Visit our Careers site to learn more. https://www.dcma.mil/Careers/Internships/
DCMA is a great place to work. Read about some of our emerging leaders here, then click the Careers tab at our site to see job opportunities with the agency.
The cohort of 47 employees, representing many diverse job series, completed the demanding 18-month leadership development program in August.
My DCMA showcases the agency’s experienced and diverse workforce.
Meet Lt. Oredola: Navy supply officer, contract administrator and fan of the Twin Cities.
DCMA team members are the eyes and ears for the Department of Defense and its partners. Collectively, the team plays a vigilant role in preventing Insider Threats by identifying and reporting suspicious activity. Can you identify the indicators of an insider threat?
Congratulations SFC Osborne! And big thanks to the U.S. Army Women's Museum for being an exceptional resource for the DCMA team, and gracious host for important events like this. Go Army!
Congratulations to SFC Courtney Osborne who was recently promoted at the AWM. SFC Osborne serves as a Human Resources Sergeant with the Defense Contract Management Headquarters. In this photo, she is accompanied by YNC Marshondra Hampton, singing the National Anthem, Ms. Judy Miles, Deputy Director, Military Personnel Division (DCMA), and her son, Keegan Butcher. Spouse Scott Osborne and son Waylon Osborne were also here to celebrate the day!
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The DOD Threat Lab presents a short video on the emerging threat of Deepfakes, a form of digitally altered media that uses artificial intelligence to create believable messaging engineered to encourage people to provide access to information or systems they would otherwise protect. Check out this video for more on this emerging threat: Deepfakes — Prepare for the Next Challenge
The Threat Lab presents a short video on the emerging threat of Deepfakes, a form of digitally altered media that uses artificial intelligence to create believable…
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engaged their U.S. Navy Naval Sea Systems Command customers at the Philadelphia Navy Yard Sept. 13-14. The
engagement included site visits to contractor facilities that support the construction of Navy vessels.
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Army Maj. Ed Fonseca was recently presented the Purple Heart by U.S. Army Lt. Gen. David Bassett, for wounds Fonseca received while deployed to Iraq in 2006. “The Purple Heart is not an ordinary medal,” said Bassett. “It's not a medal that when you pin it on someone, you congratulate them. You thank them for their service, and for the demonstrated willingness to put their life and health on the line for their nation.” Bassett awarded the decoration during a ceremony at #DCMA Lockheed Martin Denver, where Fonseca serves as a civilian administrative contracting officer on rotary and mission systems. Fonseca has been with DCMA for five years as a civilian, and has served in the Army since 2001. His current military assignment is also with DCMA, where as a U.S. Army Reserve officer Fonseca is part of the agency’s Combat Support Center, helping deploy acquisition professionals to directly support combatant commands around the world. Fonseca said his military experiences give him a strong perspective on the work DCMA performs. “The work that we do here is really important,” he said. “Everything that we do every day really does have value and affects people’s lives.” https://www.dcma.mil/News/Article-View/Article/3084070/dcma-citizen-soldier-receives-purple-heart/
🇺🇸 Happy #flagday 🇺🇸 On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress adopted a flag for our new Nation. Their resolution specified 13 alternating red and white stripes with 13 stars on a blue field. The stars represented the colonies that declared independence, and in the years since, they have grown into the 50 States which comprise our great country today.
#MemorialDay is a time for remembering and honoring those who died in service to our country. Please join us this weekend in taking time to remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom and way of life.
Here's some #mondaymotivation for you. An F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to the VFA-213 Blacklions launches from the flight deck of USS Gerald R. Ford - CVN 78. U.S. Navy video by Chief Mass Communication Specialist RJ Stratchko.
#HappyNewYear to our amazing DCMA team and all of our customers and contractors. Here's to another a great year providing world class acquisition insight to the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)!
#HappyHolidays to our #DCMA family. We hope each of you find comfort and peace with family and friends this holiday season!
Happy Birthday to the #Guardians of our United States Space Force Today marks the Service’s second anniversary, and what a two years it has been. In that time we’ve grown even more dependent on connectivity and remote capabilities, and are addressing accelerating competition by China and other technologically advanced countries as a national defense priority. Both of these, like most things these days, require a dominance of Space. Space was a mystery to most until after World War II, when the Space Race captured our imaginations and led to big-finned cars, sci-fi movies and the Jetsons. But even as we cheered the U.S. Moon landing in 1969, few understood just how interlaced our lives would become with the stars. For as much as I have occasionally made light hearted comments about Guardians, there is absolutely no doubting the criticality of the Space Force mission. We’ve come to rely on Space for connectivity, navigation, surveillance and other defense requirements. It has become essential to all forms of science, from agriculture to zoology, and business, as well. And in the past few years it has transformed modern life, allowing instant movies and music, interactive gaming, face-to-face communication, and live streaming college football. Technology will only continue to advance, and our reliance on Space along with it. We’re fortunate to have a dedicated Service to protect our interests up there, and I’m proud of DCMA’s increasing support as the #SpaceForce moves from standing up to standing guard. Happy Birthday Space Force – #SemperSupra! LTG David Bassett Director, #DCMA
Tomorrow is the 80th anniversary of the attack on #pearlharbor Here’s a great story on how the U.S. Navy's Naval History & Heritage Command is sharing the important history of that fateful day through #USSArizona relics loaned to museums and memorials across the country. #PearlHarbor80
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