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By John JoyceNSWC DahlgrenDivision CorporateCommunications

Alan Tolley was selectedas a National Society of Pro-fessional Engineers’ (NSPE)2015 Federal Engineer of theYear Award (FEYA) Agencywinner, Naval Surface War-fare Center Dahlgren Divi-sion (NSWCDD) announcedDec. 10.

Tolley - one of threeFEYA Agency winners rep-resenting Naval Sea SystemsCommand (NAVSEA) - willbe honored at the FEYAAwards ceremony to be heldat the National Press Clubon Thursday, Feb. 26, 2015.

The 2015 Federal En-gineer of the Year Award- sponsored by the Profes-sional Engineers in Govern-ment - honors engineersemployed by a federalagency that employs at least50 engineers worldwide.Candidates are nominatedby their employing federalagency.

“I am truly honored tohave been selected,” saidTolley, an NSWCDD em-ployee detailed to the NAV-SEA Program Executive Of-fice for Integrated WarfareSystems (PEO IWS) as theChief Radar Systems Engi-neer for Above Water Sen-sors. “I’ve had many op-portunities to work with thebest dedicated engineersand scientists in the field ofradars, and the experiencehas made me a better radarengineer.”

PEO IWS Above WaterSensors Technical DirectorDr. Bradley Binder nomi-nated Tolley for the FEYAaward, citing the engineer’soutstanding vision, lead-ership, and personal con-tributions in the systemsengineering of the Navy’snext generation of surfacecombatant radars and theircombat system elementsincluding the Dual Band Ra-dar and Air Missile DefenseRadar.

Navy civilian engineer named FEYA award agencywinner for delivering warfare capabilities to the fleet

U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Mathew J. Diendorf

A ballistic missile target is launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facilitytowards a broad ocean area of the Pacific Ocean. Following target launch,the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) detected and tracked themissile with its onboard AN/SPY-1 radar, developed a fire control solutionand launched a SM-3 Block IB guided missile to engage the target. NavalSurface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) engineer Alan Tolley- chief engineer for all surface Navy radars, including the Lake Erie’s radarsystems - was selected as a National Society of Professional Engineers’(NSPE) 2015 Federal Engineer of the Year Award (FEYA) Agency winner,NSWCDD announced Dec. 10.See FEYA, Page 7

By Zack Shelby,NSASP PublicAffairs

Employees at NavalSupport Facilities Dahl-gren and Indian Headonce again made the hol-idays bright for hundredsas they dropped off pres-ents this week for fami-lies in need this holidayseason.

Sailors and other vol-unteers helped load thegifts from sponsors’ ve-hicles onto a truck formore than an hour inthe morning cold as thetheater parking lot be-came an oversized turn-stile for vehicles andpresents.

Employees at the twobases were in the giv-ing mood this year, con-tributing more than 100

Thanksgiving baskets tomilitary families in need,and supplying gifts to 264people, including mili-tary and county families,for Christmas.

The holiday assistanceprogram allows base em-ployees to provide forthose who might not havea holiday without sup-port. Thanks to all 2014donors for your kindnessand generosity!

Dahlgren, Indian Headsupport families in need

U.S. Navy photo by Andrew Revelos

CS3 Jessica Maffett, assigned to Naval Support Activity South Potomac,collects Christmas gifts provided by service members and employeesacross NSFs Dahlgren and Indian Head as part of the Holiday AssistanceProgram. The program assists service members in need, as well as civilianfamilies in the communities around NSASP.

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Official Marine Corps Photos by Sgt. Kuande L. Hall

Marines and Sailors with the Chemical BiologicalIncident Response Force, II Marine ExpeditionaryForce put their training to use during Exercise Sud-den Response aboard Marine Corps Base Quan-tico on Friday, December 5. Exercise Sudden Re-sponse is Joint Task Force Civil Support exercisedesigned to challenge the combined forces withmultiple scenarios, which could be encounteredduring a chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear,or high-yield explosive incident. CBIRF trainedalong with the U.S. Army’s 911th Technical RescueEngineer Company; the 89th Chemical Company,3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment; and the 720th Mili-tary Police Battalion. CBIRF is prepared to respond,with minimal warning, to any CBRNE event in orderto assist local, state, or federal agencies and thegeographic combatant commanders in the con-duct of CBRNE response or consequence manage-ment operations.

CBIRF conducts joint Chemical Biological Incident Response exercise

By Zack ShelbyNSASP PublicAffairs

Naval Support Activ-ity South Potomac handedout its Sailor and civilianemployee quarterly awardsduring a ceremony on Dec.11 at the Mix House at In-dian Head.

As Cmdr. ChristopherZayatz, NSASP executiveofficer read the citations,Capt. Mary Feinberg,NSASP commanding of-ficer, presented recipientswith their awards.

The following four Sail-ors earned the Navy andMarine Corps Achieve-ment Medal.

.Culinary Specialist 2ndClass Amanda Glover, forher professional achieve-ment from October 2011to September 2014 whileserving as the Naval Sup-port Facility Indian HeadGalley leading petty officer

.Mass CommunicationSpecialist 1st Class CharlesLudwig, for his profes-sional achievement fromOctober 2011 to Septem-ber 2014 while serving asthe command climate spe-cialist and military supportoperations leading pettyofficer

.Culinary Specialist 3rdClass Tamika Lymon, forher professional achieve-ment from October 2011to September 2014 while

serving as Naval SupportFacility Indian Head Gal-ley cook

.Culinary Specialist2nd Class Matthew Yaco-bellis, for his professionalachievement from De-cember 2011 to December2014 for his professionalachievement while servingas security patrolman andgalley supervisor for NavalSupport Activity South Po-tomac

Russell Waggy andRobin Wright earned theNSASP Junior and SeniorCivilian of the Quarterawards respectively fortheir dedication and en-thusiasm in fulfillment oftheir duties.

Feinberg said she wasglad everyone was in at-tendance to help SouthPotomac honor some of itsfinest.

“Each quarter we look

forward to the opportu-nity to recognize some ofour employees and rewardthem for going above andbeyond in their work eachday,” she said. “Congratu-lations to all the honorees.Their hard work makesSouth Potomac very suc-cessful. Thank you to ev-eryone for all you do forSouth Potomac every day.”

Feinberg then reflected

on the successes, changesand challenges that tookplace in 2014.

“You’ve seen a com-plete change in leadershipthis year to include a newexecutive officer, com-mand master chief as wellas the loss of a senior civil-ian due to reorganization,”she said.

In July, Feinberg be-came the new command-

ing officer for NSASP.“I couldn’t have asked

for a better welcome,” shesaid. “You also said fare-well to Captain Nette. Theendearment I saw for Cap-tain Nette was absolutelyphenomenal. It seems asif I haven’t stopped go-ing places and learningmore each day. I truly en-joy working with all of you- taking care of two greatbases and all that goes withit.”

She said she knows 2014hasn’t been without itschallenges.

“We continue to workeach day with less man-ning and funding thanwe’d like,” Feinberg said.“But as usual, the SouthPotomac team rises aboveall and provides greatservice to all the tenantcommands. Despite thechange, you’ve stayedsteady and made 2014 a

successful year.”She said she was happy

to be attending her firstcommand party.

“The Mix House looksgorgeous,” Feinberg said.“I get why we’re here andreally appreciate the fes-tive atmosphere. I knowthat during this holidayseason our two bases haveprovided more than 100Thanksgiving baskets andare providing Christmasgifts to more than 260people, both military andcivilian to cover both sidesof the river.”

She said she’s proud ofthe great relationship withthe local communities andis looking forward to con-tinuing that stewardshipinto the future.

“I thank you all so verymuch for being you - open-ing and welcoming to thenew leadership and get-ting us all familiar with thegreat work that is done onboard South Potomac on adaily basis,” Feinberg said.“I’m proud to be part of theteam and I look forward toa happy and very success-ful 2015. Thank you againfor all that you do.”

Following the awardsceremony, NSASP enjoyedsome food from the In-dian Head galley, desertsbrought in by fellow em-ployees as well as a gift ex-change as part of the orga-nization’s annual holidayparty.

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NSASP presents fourth quarter Sailor, civilian employee awards

Area residents are encouraged to partici-pate in a public forum for the Indian HeadJoint Land Use Study (JLUS), a cooperativeland use planning effort, on Thursday, Jan.15, 2015 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at the Vil-lage Green Pavilion at 100 Walter ThomasRoad, Indian Head.

The Indian Head JLUS, in collaborationwith Naval Support Facility (NSF) IndianHead, the Town of Indian Head, and CharlesCounty, is investigating how changes in landuse around the installation could affect theNavy’s mission, as well as how current andfuture operations at the base may impact thesurrounding areas.

“The community’s help is needed to iden-tify impacts and find solutions,” says ProjectManager Amy Blessinger, Charles CountyDepartment of Planning & Growth Manage-ment. “The public is a vital participant in theJLUS, and your concerns and recommenda-tions will help shape the JLUS, ensuring it isresponsive to your needs.”

The public forum will present informationon the JLUS process and give area residentsan opportunity to share their thoughts onNavy operations and surrounding land use.

Through the JLUS, the community and NSFIndian Head are working to identify potentialconflicts and strategies to maintain compat-ibility between community development and

Navy missions. The study’s goal is to sustainthe Navy mission while supporting continuedeconomic and community growth, as well asprotect the public’s health, safety, and welfare.Compatibility issues may include:• Community Growth• Land Restrictions• Energy Compatibility and Availability• Frequency Spectrum Interference• Height Restrictions• Noise and Vibration• Impacts from Blasts• Current and Planned Range Operations• Unexploded Ordnance and Munitions• Transport of Hazardous Materials• Security (Anti-terrorism and Force Protection)• Endangered Species and Critical Habitat• Water Quantity and Quality• Wetlands Protection• Marine Resources• Historic, Scenic, and Cultural Resources

To learn more about the JLUS or to pro-vide input, visit www.indianheadjlus.comor contact Project Manager Amy Blessinger,Department of Planning & Growth Manage-ment, at 301-645-0650 or BlessingA@Charle-sCountyMD.gov. The JLUS is sponsored byCharles County and funded by a Departmentof Defense Office of Economic Adjustment(OEA) grant.

Indian Head Joint Land Use Studypublic forum scheduled for Jan. 15

U.S. Navy photo by Zack Shelby

Emanuel Galarza, engineer with Naval Surface Warfare Center, DahlgrenDivision, keeps his arm elevated with the help of Yolanda Velazquez,phlebotomy technician with the Armed Services Blood Program inBethesda, after giving blood on Dec. 8 at the Community House on Dahl-gren as part of the Army vs. Navy Blood Drive Challenge. The drive col-lected more than 1,000 units of blood; the Navy edged out the Army in do-nations and received a trophy prior to the Dec. 13 Army-Navy game.

Navy beats Army in blood drive!

Holiday HoursThursday, December 25th: All MWR fa-

cilities will be closed with two exceptions.Gray’s Landing is open for brunch from 10a.m. to 1 p.m. and dinner will be served atthe Liberty Center from 3 to 6 p.m. The Lib-erty Center/ITT office will be open from 12to 10 p.m.

Friday, December 26th: Most MWR fa-cilities will be closed. Please call ahead forhours of operation at the following facilities:Aquatics Center, Cannonball Lanes, FitnessCenter, Gray’s Landing and Liberty/ITT.

Thursday, January 1st: All MWR facili-ties will be closed with three exceptions. TheFitness Center will be open from 9 a.m. to 5p.m. Gray’s Landing will be open for brunchfrom 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and dinner will beserved at the Liberty Center from 3 to 6 p.m.The Liberty Center/ITT office will be openfrom 12 to 8 p.m.

Cannonball Lanes540-653-7327

Youth Learn to BowlJanuary 3 from 2 to 4 p.m. Children be-

tween the ages of 5 to 12 will receive indi-vidual sessions on basic bowling as well asthe opportunity to bowl two games. Pleaseregister at Cannonball Lanes no later thanDecember 31st. Cost: $7.50 per child, whichincludes two games and shoes.

Craftech540-653-1730

Snowman OrnamentsDecember 19 & 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Paint a snowman Christmas ornament andgive it a new home on your tree or give as agift! Call today to make your appointment.Cost: $8.00.

Watercolor and Wax ClassJanuary 14-21 at 2 p.m. In this two-week,

afternoon class, learn watercolor and waxtechnique. Maximum class size is four. Moreclasses will be added if demand is high. Cost$75.00, which includes all materials. Pleaseregister by January 9th.

Fitness Center540-653-8580

Isshinryu KarateNew session begins January 8. Isshinryu

is a style of karate that originated in Oki-nawa. This program runs year round andclasses are held in 3 month sessions. Classesare open for ages 6 and up. Please register atthe Fitness Center.

AerobathonJanuary 10 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Jump

start your resolution with three hours of aer-obics, for free! Pre-registration is requiredfor the spin class due to space limitations.Participants are not required to workout forthe entire three hours. During the event,light refreshments will be available. Classtime are as follows:• Spin - 9-9:30 a.m., 9:30-10 a.m. 10-10:30 a.m.• Muscle Pump - 9:35 to 10:15 a.m.• Zumba - 10:20 to 11 a.m.• Yoga - 11:05 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Liberty Center540-653-7277

Holiday DinnersDecember 24, 25, 26 and January 1 at 3

p.m. Liberty Center Patrons Only: E1- E6Single/Unaccompanied Active Duty Military.Are you staying in Dahlgren for the holidays?Enjoy your holidaymeals at the Liberty Centerwith good company and fun times.

Domino’s Pizza NightDecember 30 at 4 p.m. Liberty Center Pa-

trons Only: E1- E6 Single/UnaccompaniedActive Duty Military.

Watch your favorite movies, relax and en-joy FREE pizza, sponsored by Domino’s.

Special EventFitness Center Open House

January 6. Kick off the New Year with ahealthier you! Stop by the Fitness Center forclass demonstrations, register for the 10lbChallenge, sample products, tour the facilityand meet the staff.

Fitness Center301-744-4661

Indoor Basketball LeagueStarts January 6, participants must reg-

ister by December 29. Location: Gymnasi-um. For complete details contact the SportsCoordinator at 301-744-6649.

10 lb ChallengeKick off the 10 lb challenge on January 6

to lose those extra holiday pounds. $10 perperson, those who lose 10lbs or more at theend of the challenge will split the pot.

New Year’s Fun RunJanuary 6 starting at 11:00 a.m. at the

Weight House Fitness Center. Come cele-brate the New Year with the WHFC staff andfriends for a fun run.

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DahlgrenSecond Tour ThriftStore

Second Tour Thrift Store,a Dahlgren Officers’ SpousesClub volunteer-run organi-zation, offers free uniforms(gently used) for active dutymilitarymembers are alwaysavailable on the porch. Storeprofits are donated back tothe community in the formof scholarships for militaryfamilies who have servedat Naval Support FacilityDahlgren and support forlocal charities serving KingGeorge County. The store islocated at 722 Sampson Rd.and is open on Thursdaysfrom 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Indian Head“Treasures” ThriftStore Needs Donations!

The Indian Head ThriftStore “Treasures” is open onTuesdays from 10 a.m. to 1p.m. The store is located at12 Strauss Ave. next door tothe USO. Donations of gen-tly used items are currentlybeing accepted.

Barbeque truckat IH and Stump Neck

Enjoy delicious T&J Bar-beque at NSF Indian Headon Wednesdays and Thurs-days, from approximately 11a.m. to 1 p.m., next to the li-brary, and at the NSF IndianHead Stump Neck Annex onTuesday, from approximate-ly 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., next toBuilding 2195.

To publish informationon your event or programunder “Base Happenings,”contact Andrew Revelos at540-653-6012 or email an-drew.revelos1@navy.mil

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MWR Highlights

540-653-7336Friday andSaturday: 7 p.m. Showings

Price of ShowsCivilians - $5; AD, Retired, Reserve,FamilyMembers (E7 - above) $4; AD,Reserve, FamilyMembers (E6 - below)- $2.50; Child (6-11) - $2; Child (5 andunder) - Free; Tickets for amovie shownin 3-Dare an additional $1

Friday,December19th, 1p.m.PolarExpress, FREE,G

Friday,December19th, 3p.m.Miracleon34thStreet, FREE,G

Friday,December19th, 4:30p.m.TheGrinch,FREE,PG

Friday,December19th, 7p.m.BigHero6,PG

Saturday,December20th, 7p.m.BeyondTheLights,PG-13

Friday,December26,ClosedSaturday,December27th, 7p.m.

Interstellar,PG-13Friday, January2nd, 7p.m.

Birdman,RSaturday, January3rd, 4p.m.

TheHungerGames:MockingjayPart 1,PG-13

Saturday, January3rd, 7p.m.TheHungerGames:MockingjayPart 1,PG-13

DahlgrenMovie Theater

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DahlgrenKnights of Columbus Christmas Tree, Wreath Sale

Dec. 19-20 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (but not during Mass)at St. Jude Catholic Church, 10725 Courthouse Rd., Fred-ericksburg, Va. The Knights of Columbus is kicking off ourChristmas tree and wreath fundraiser. These are freshly cutVirginia grown Fraser Firs with beautiful long lasting softneedles and that great evergreen smell.

The NutcrackerDec. 20 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Dec. 21 at 2 p.m. at

James Monroe High School, 2300 Washington Ave., Freder-icksburg, Va. Start a new holiday tradition... Come and enjoythemagic of “TheNutcracker” from the areas longest runningBallet Company. Tickets may be purchased at FBC or SweetReasons cupcakes in Central Park near Chik-fil-A. GeneralAdmission Tickets: $16/ at the door $18. Limited Patron Seat-ing $20. Discounts for Scout Troops. There is something forthe whole family. Mice and soldiers fight, dolls come to lifeand sugar plum fairies dance. Formore information, call 540-373-0978 or visit us at fredericksburgballet.com.

Bad Movie Night at Adventure BrewingDec. 27 at 33 Peachwood Dr., Unit 101, Fredericksburg,

Va. Adventure Brewing presents: Bad Movie Night SaturdayNights, from 10 p.m. to Midnight. Every Saturday night weplay a bad movie and you enjoy making fun of it. No admis-sion fee and free snacks are provided. Please be loud androwdy, outrageous costumes are encouraged. Our next showwill be a terror double feature! The Brain that Wouldn’t Die& The Devil Bat!

Jingle Bell Carriage RidesDecember in downtown Fredericksburg. Bring the whole

family to participate in Olde Towne Carriages Most PopularRide of the year. Come hop up on our beautifully decoratedwagons and indulge in some holiday fun; experience a jinglebell carriage ride, with holiday music, Christmas Popcorn,bring some hot chocolate and warm blankets to snuggle upin. Travel downCaroline Street to see the decorated storewin-dows, past Kenmore Plantation, down Washington Avenue,then wind your way past Fredericksburg’s official ChristmasTree. Ride is approximately one hour long. Cost is per car-riage, our small wagon seats 4 adults and the larger wagonsseat 6 adults. Cost: $100-$120. For more information, emailinfo@oldtownecarriages.com

Blue and Gray Brewing Co. toursEvery Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 3300 Dill Smith

Dr., Fredericksburg, Va. Since 2002 Fredericksburg’s wnBlue & Gray Brewing Co. has offered free tastings and toursevery Saturday. Join us for a taste straight from the tanks,no appointment necessary. The brewpub overlooks thebrewery and both are kid friendly.

The Night Before Christmas HayrideDec. 21 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Caledon State Park, 11617

Caledon Rd., King George , Va. Bring a warm blanket, yoursinging voice and a sense of humor. Enjoy a wagon ridethrough Caledon’s forest and then hot refreshments anda reading of the holiday story The Night Before Christmas.Space is limited. Call the park for more info and to make therequired reservations. Wagon rides depart at 4 and 6 p.m.Cost: $3/person or $8/family. For more information, call(540) 663-3861.

Potomac Point Winery’s New Year’s Eve EventDec. 31- Jan. 1 from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. at 275 Decatur Rd.,

Stafford, Va. Potomac Point is putting together it’s very ownStudio 54. This Disco themed event will be filled with awardwinning wine, gourmet food and live entertainment. TheNew Year will be celebrated in style with Sparkling wine;Entertainment, Dessert & Coffee will continue until 1:00am.So ladies and gentlemen, grab a drink and an arm and let’shead to the dance floor. Attire: Festive Cocktail (Think Se-quins & Glitter or Festive Suits & Tuxes). Cost: $109.00+.Limited reservations available. For more information, emailchelsea@potomacpointwinery.com.

Indian HeadSt. Mary’s County Fairgrounds Christmas Village

Dec. 20 from 3 to 9 p.m. Ice Skating, Tubing Hill, 3 Live

Entertainment Venues, 100+ Vendors, Pictures With Santa,and MUCH more!!! For one weekend only, the St. Mary’sCounty Fairgrounds will transform into a winter wonder-land of Christmas sights, sounds, tastes, andmemories! Me-ander down the Charles Dickens-like avenue of lights andfestive decorations, while sipping a cup of hot chocolate,and enjoying perfect harmonies of a cappella carolers! Visitwww.SOMDChristmas.com for more information.

CSM presents Kathryn Myers: Transient EpiphaniesNovember 17 - December 20 at the Collage of Southern

Maryland. Gallery Reception: December 4 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.Kathryn Myers’ paintings from the past two decades havegrown out of a sustained engagement in the art, culture, andreligious traditions of India. Through depictions of both sa-cred and secular spaces, some portrayed as she found thembut most assembled through an accumulation of informa-tion, the spaces she is drawn to are thick with evidence of

history and presence. For more information, visit www.csmd.edu/Arts.

SM Marine Aquarium Society MeetingDec. 20 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Charlotte Hall Library. The

Southern Maryland Marine Aquarium Society (SMMAS) isa friendly gathering of folks from all walks of life that sharean interest in Marine Aquariums. It doesn’t matter if youare a beginner or an expert, everyone is welcomed. We havemonthly meetings to exchange ideas, discuss current con-ditions in member’s tanks, share and trade corals, and planfield trips. Our goal is to educate ourselves as well as thegeneral public about the saltwater aquarium hobby and toraise awareness of the delicate reefs we take care of, in andout of our aquariums. For more information please see thewebsite: www.smmas.org.

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Snowtastic at Charlotte Hall LibraryDec. 27 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Children of all ages can

celebrate the season with a flurry of stories, wintry games, andfrosty crafts. Free. 301-884-2211 http://www.stmalib.org.

Chesapeake CrittersDec. 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Calvert County Mu-

seum, 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons, Md. Learnabout the amazing animals in our aquarium. Free with mu-seum admission. Check daily events schedule at the admis-sions desk.

Charles County Winter Trips and Tours AnnouncedThe Charles County Department of Community Services

offers many trips and tours throughout the calendar year-bus trips, overnight trips, and “Fly Away” trips in which youtravel to far away destinations. Upcoming trips includea trip to the Philadelphia Flower Show, March 7; Statueof Liberty & Ellis Island, Liberty State Park, NJ, Saturday,March 28; Discover Tuscany, Italy- Date: Tuesday, Sept. 29to Thursday, Oct. 8.

Online registration is available at www.CharlesCoun-tyParks.com. Registrations for trips are accepted at the De-partment of Community Services (Port Tobacco). Seniortrip registrations are also accepted at the Richard R. ClarkSenior Center (La Plata).

For more information other events offered by the De-partment of Community Services, visit www.CharlesCoun-tyParks.com, or call 301-934-9305 or 301-870-3388.

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“Alan Tolley is the con-summate engineer’s engi-neer - technically brilliant,completely devoted to hisNavy and country, with anamazing work ethic,” saidCapt. Douglas Small, MajorProgram Manager, AboveWater Sensors (PEO IWS2.0). “I trust and rely on himcompletely. Alan is the chiefengineer of all surface Navyradars and he’s generallyawesome!”

The Federal Engineerof the Year is selected bya panel of judges estab-lished by National Societyof Professional Engineers(NSPE) professional en-gineers in governmentwho consider engineeringachievements, education,continuing education,professional/technicalsociety activities, NSPEmembership, awards andhonors, and civic and hu-manitarian activities.

In the nomination,Binder recognized Tolley’s“key role in delivering vitalwarfare capabilities to theFleet by shaping the radarcommunity and sensorindustrial base,” addingthat the NSWCDD engi-

neer’s “efforts continue toenhance the U.S. Navy’sreputation for technicalexcellence in radar systemengineering.”

Tolley’s accomplish-ments include his leader-ship in the development ofthe Navy’s first Dual BandRadar that supports twodifferent ship classes. Hisexpertise led to his selectionto the OPNAV Radar-HullStudy, which set the pathforward for surface radarson the Navy’s next genera-tion destroyer - the Ar-leigh Burke-class destroyer(DDG-51) Flight III.

Moreover, he developed,shaped, and defended com-plex multi-mission and in-tegration requirements andassociated contracts for theNavy’s new next generationAir Missile Defense Radarsensor on the new DDG 51Flight III.

“I am truly blessed to bepart of the surface Navy ra-dar community’s efforts toprovide radars that are keyto the success of the U.S.Navy,” said Tolley.

U.S. Navy photo

Alan Tolley - the ProgramExecutive Office for Inte-grated Warfare SystemsAbove Water Sensorschief radar systemsengineer - was selectedas a National Society ofProfessional Engineers’(NSPE) 2015 Federal En-gineer of the Year Award(FEYA) Agency winner,Naval Surface WarfareCenter Dahlgren Divi-sion (NSWCDD) an-nounced Dec. 10.

U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Daniel M. Young

The afloat forward staging base (interim) USS Ponce (AFSB(I) 15) transitsthe Arabian Gulf. Ponce is equipped with the Laser Weapon System (LaWS),a technology demonstrator built by Naval Surface Warfare Center DahlgrenDivision (NSWCDD).

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