The Anchor | New Edition Now Available
The Big Picture:
Shipbuilder Resource Showcase | Happening August 14
The Big Picture: Building ships is tough, so knowing what support is available to you as an Ingalls shipbuilder can make things a little easier.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Aaron Alford, General Foreman, Shipfitting
With a knack for learning and teaching others, Aaron Alford, general foreman, Shipfitting, personifies leadership in the shipyard. Influencing shipbuilders in a positive way is what drives him each day.
STEM Grant Awards | Applications now open for 2025-2026 school year
Ingalls is proud to announce that the application period for its annual science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) grant awards is now open for the 2025–2026 academic year.
Shipbuilder Engagement | Connect with Directs
Shipbuilders had the opportunity to sit down with leaders from Ingalls during Connect with Directs, a speed networking event hosted by the Culture Connector Networking Committee. This unique event brought shipbuilders and business leaders together for real conversations and networking, giving them a chance to meet face-to-face with coworkers and leaders from different trades, departments and experience levels—one conversation at a time.
Anchor Apparel | Cool down with portable fans & dry-fit shirts
Stay cool on the job and at home with portable fans and breathable dri-fit shirts made for shipbuilders. Grab yours from Anchor Apparel and stay one step ahead of summer!
Ingalls Ships in Action | America Amphibious Ready Group
THE BIG PICTURE: The America Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) — which include two ships built at Ingalls — have finished their first mission of 2025.
Organizational Announcement | Information Systems Technology
I’m pleased to announce the promotion of April Martin to Director of Information Systems Technology. In this role, she will continue to lead IT operations—including end user deployments, network and infrastructure—and will also now oversee application development and deployment to support the needs of the business.
Ingalls Ships in Action | USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117)
THE BIG PICTURE: USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) was one of more than 40 ships that took part in Baltic Operations 2025 (BALTOPS 25) in June.
Shipbuilder Engagement | Meet your new Advisory Council Chairs
Culture Connector Advisory Council Chairs are a key piece in creating meaningful ways for shipbuilders to connect and get involved.
Ingalls Blood Drives | August 14-15
The Big Picture: As the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina nears, we’re reminded how quickly disaster can strike and how much we rely on each other to get through it.
Anchor Apparel | Beat the heat with these cool items!
Anchor Apparel is helping you stay cool this summer. From fishing shirts, to cooling neck towels, insulated water bottles, and more, show off your pride as an Ingalls shipbuilder and stay safe from the heat.
Shipbuilder Engagement | Shipbuilders Support Moss Point School District
Hot Jobs | Week of July 28
Check out these hot jobs at #IngallsShipbuilding 🔥
Apply for LegacyBuilders by August 14
The Big Picture: LegacyBuilders connects current and future leaders of Ingalls through mentorship and networking.
Lights of Hope | Join the fight against cancer
This summer, Ingalls interns are leading Lights of Hope, a service project supporting the American Cancer Society. For a $10 donation, you can purchase and decorate a luminary bag in honor or memory of someone impacted by cancer. All bags will be featured in a special on-site display this August — a powerful tribute of light, love, and unity.
Connect with Directs | Speed Networking Event
Connect With Directs – Speed Networking Event
Shipbuilder Engagement | Thank You, Ingalls Champions!
The Bigger Picture: We’d like to celebrate our dedicated Ingalls Champions for volunteering at the recent christening of Jeremiah Denton (DDG 129).
Planning Ahead | After-School Programming Available Now
As the 2025–2026 school year kicks off, it's a great time to explore trusted after-school and intercession care options for your child.
Ship Milestone | Harrisburg (LPD 30) achieves first fuel loading
The Big Picture: Harrisburg (LPD 30) has completed its first fuel on-load (FULO), successfully loading 175,000 gallons of fuel onto the ship from a barge.
Top 100 Internship Programs | Vote for HII now through July 24
The Big Picture: HII’s internship program is in the running for National Intern Day’s Top 100 Internship Programs for 2025 — and every vote helps get us closer to the top.
Hurricane Katrina | Share your shipyard memories from 20 years ago
Were you an Ingalls shipbuilder when Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast? If so, we want to hear your story.
VIDEO | Highlights from the christening of Jeremiah Denton (DDG 129)
Take a look back at highlights from the christening of the future USS Jeremiah Denton (DDG 129), held June 28 at Ingalls. The ceremony was attended by many honored guests, including shipbuilders and their loved ones, members of the Denton family, Navy officials and elected dignitaries, and retirees from the U.S. Armed Forces Retirement home.
Ingalls Cares | Do you volunteer? We want to recognize you!
Ingalls shipbuilders are leading the way in community volunteerism. Do you volunteer at your church or coach a youth athletic team? Do you lead a scout troop or take part in neighborhood or beach clean-up efforts? Do you serve on an organization board or committee? Do you help plan or participate in your department’s charitable fundraisers or ERG events? We want to know!