06/12/2026
From a reservist aviation electrician to a Major Program Manager who delivered combat-ready AI software to the fleet—CAPT Remil Capili’s 33-year Navy career mirrors the Navy’s own evolution.
His journey highlights shift from the heavy iron to the digital edge of modern warfare. During his service, the Navy sent him to earn five graduate degrees, tackle historic integration milestones and finally direct Project Overmatch.
Yet, according to CAPT Capili, his proudest moments center on people rather than networks or artificial intelligence. He’d rather talk about meeting his wife at the Naval Postgraduate School, mentoring junior officers, and watching sailors he led rise to command their own ships.
"My family and I are grateful for the travels, experiences, education, and most especially, the people that we crossed paths with over the years," he noted.
Thank you, CAPT Capili, for 33 years of dedicated service, leadership, and innovation! 🇺🇸⚓️
👉 Read the full story of his journey from the flightline to the digital edge: https://www.dvidshub.net/news/567631/flightline-deckplates-and-digital-edge-33-year-journey-through-navys-technological-evolution