Northrop Grumman Delivers USS New Mexico Submarine (SSN 779) to U.S. Navy

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Northrop Grumman Delivers New Mexico Submarine Ahead of Schedule in Record Time
UNITED STATES - 29 DECEMBER 2009

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) delivered the sixth submarine of the Virginia class, New Mexico (SSN 779), to the U.S. Navy today, four months ahead of schedule. New Mexico's 70-month construction period represents the shortest overall construction time of any Virginia-class submarine.

"New Mexico's delivery is a reflection of the commitment, dedication and hard work of the shipbuilders at Newport News, our Electric Boat partners and the Navy," said Becky Stewart, vice president for Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding's submarine program. "We delivered her in record time, using one million fewer man-hours than her predecessor USS North Carolina (SSN 777). Our shipbuilders are focused on meeting safety, quality, cost and schedule commitments.

The progress we've made in the Virginia-class submarine program demonstrates their personal ownership in building the finest submarines in the world."

The keel for New Mexico was authenticated April 12, 2008, and the ship was christened on Dec. 13, 2008. New Mexico, named for "The Land of Enchantment," is the most modern and sophisticated attack submarine in the world, providing undersea supremacy well into the 21st century.

Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding is teamed with General Dynamics Electric Boat to build the first 18 ships of the Virginia class. Current plans call for 30 Virginia-class submarines in the fleet. Using millions of parts from over 4,000 suppliers in 47 states and the District of Columbia, Virginia-class submarines incorporate dozens of new technologies and innovations and are the first major combatants designed with the post-Cold War security environment in mind.

Source: Northrop Grumman Corporation


Virginia-class submarines are flexible, multimission platforms designed to operate in both open-ocean and littoral waters. Their inherent stealth, endurance, and firepower enable them to support the United States seapower core capabilities of forward presence, deterrence, sea control, power projection, and maritime security.

Photo: U.S. Navy Virginia Class Attack Submarine USS New Mexico (SSN 779):

 

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 3, 2010) Crewmen from Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9 prepare an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter for flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). USS George H.W. Bush is underway supporting fleet training operations.



ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 3, 2010) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9 flies alongside the Virginia-class attack submarine USS New Mexico (SSN 779) with the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) in the distance. HSC-9 is assigned to the George H.W. Bush Strike Group and is underway in the Atlantic Ocean in support of fleet training operations.

 

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USS New Mexico Arrives at New Homeport in Groton, Conn.
UNITED STATES - 1 JUNE 2010

GROTON, Conn. -- Virginia-class attack submarine USS New Mexico (SSN 779) made her way up the Thames River June 1 and arrived at her new homeport, Naval Submarine Base New London.

New Mexico joins Submarine Squadron 4 to further train and test the crew.

The submarine made the transition from a shipyard project to a fully operational, combat-ready vessel when she officially joined the fleet on March 27 during a commissioning ceremony at Naval Station Norfolk.

New Mexico is named in recognition of the people of the "Land of Enchantment." The battleship New Mexico (BB-40) (1918-1946), the only other ship named after the 47th state, earned six battle stars for World War II service, which included providing shore bombardment support for landings in the Gilbert and Marshall Islands, Guam, Tinian, Saipan, the Philippines, and Okinawa.

Northrop Grumman Corporation delivered the sixth submarine of the Virginia class to the U.S. Navy in December, four months ahead of schedule. New Mexico's 70-month construction period represents the shortest overall construction time to date of any Virginia-class submarine.

New Mexico is built to excel in anti-submarine warfare; anti-ship warfare; strike warfare; special operations; intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance; irregular warfare; battle group support; and mine warfare missions. By doing so, New Mexico will directly enable five of the six Navy Maritime Strategy Core Capabilities - sea control, power projection, forward presence, maritime security, and deterrence.

The 7,800-ton New Mexico was built under a unique teaming arrangement between Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding and General Dynamics Electric Boat. She is 377-feet long, has a 34-foot beam, and will be able to dive to depths of greater than 800 feet and operate at speeds in excess of 25 knots submerged. New Mexico is designed with a reactor plant that will not require refueling during the planned life of the ship - reducing life-cycle costs while increasing underway time.

The keel for New Mexico was authenticated April 12, 2008, and the ship was christened Dec. 13, 2008. New Mexico is the most modern and sophisticated attack submarine in the world, providing undersea supremacy well into the 21st century.

 

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GROTON, Conn. (June 1, 2010) The Virginia-class attack submarine USS New Mexico (SSN 779) transits the Thames River to her new homeport at Naval Submarine Base New London. USS New Mexico joins Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) 4.

 

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CSC Wins Two U.S. Navy Simulation and Testing Task Orders with Combined Value of $56 Million
UNITED STATES - 21 JUNE 2010

FALLS CHURCH, Va. --- CSC announced today that the U.S. Navy awarded the company two task orders to provide computer simulation, engineering and model test support. The task orders both have five-year periods of performance, and estimated total values of $24 million and $32 million.

The task orders were awarded under the SeaPort Enhanced indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract, which was originally awarded to CSC in April 2004. These task orders were awarded to CSC during the company’s fiscal 2010 fourth quarter that ended April 2, 2010.

Under the terms of the first task order, CSC will provide support for computer and software simulation, control systems development and engineering, and data analysis for Navy submarines, surface ships and unmanned vehicles. Under the terms of the second 2task order, CSC will provide support for full-scale and model-scale testing of Navy submarines, surface ships and unmanned vehicles, including making submarine and surface ship models.

Work under both task orders will support the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division, and will be performed at its facilities in West Bethesda, Md., and at the CSC facilities in Maryland and the District of Columbia.

“CSC is pleased to continue our 30-year history with the Navy by leveraging our extensive computer simulation experience to reduce costs and maximize human performance,” said Patrick Dougherty, vice president and general manager of CSC’s North American Public Sector, Defense and Maritime Operations. “As one of the world’s largest providers of technology-enabled business solutions and services, we offer thought leadership, specialized skills and innovative services for our clients.”

Whether providing high-fidelity simulators or modeling conditions, objects or systems, CSC provides realistic training environments that help clients improve performance and cut costs.


Source: CSC