A Message from Kari Wilkinson
I am both honored and humbled to share that I have been appointed to become the 21st president of HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding division, succeeding Jennifer Boykin, who is retiring at the end of the year.
Safety Footwear Availability Update – November 25-27
Please be advised that the Safety Center, located at Gate One, will not be selling safety footwear from November 25-27. Sales will resume by 11 a.m. on Monday, December 2.
Anchor Apparel | Featured Item
Show your Ingalls pride! Introducing our new t-shirt, featuring the iconic silhouette of a DDG. These shirts honor the mission and purpose that drive everything we do, and the best part? It’s lightweight, available in both long and short sleeves, and comes in multiple colors!
Shipbuilders in the Spotlight | Leadership Jackson County
Congratulations to Joel Myers, manager, Engineering, and Stephanie Dambrino, manager, Trade Shows & Special Events, on graduating as part of the Leadership Jackson County Class of 2024.
Reminder | Holiday Celebrations
As a reminder, holiday event celebrations and meals are NOT reimbursable business expenses in accordance with Ingalls policy.
Shipbuilders in the Spotlight | Ingalls engineers receive SNAME award
Congratulations to Ingalls engineers Yu-Ping Yang and Steven Scholler on being presented the 2024 Elmer L. Hann Award by the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME).
2025 - 2026 Spanish Calendar
The Ingalls Shipbuilding 2025-2026 company calendars are now available.
National Apprenticeship Week | Celebrating Ingalls Apprentice Shipbuilders
At Ingalls, we understand that the strength of our workforce is the backbone of our success. As we celebrate National Apprenticeship Week from November 17-23, 2024, we recognize the pivotal role our apprenticeship programs play in building the skilled workforce that drives the shipbuilding industry forward, ensuring Ingalls continues to lead the way in craftsmanship, innovation and national defense.
Self-Identification Survey | Open now through December 20
All Ingalls employees are invited to take a confidential Voluntary Employee Self-Identification Survey now through December 20. The two-question survey, facilitated through Gallup, will invite all shipbuilders inform the company whether the employee believes he or she is an individual with a disability and status as a protected veteran.
Ingalls calendars for the 2025-2026 year now available
The Ingalls Shipbuilding 2025-2026 company calendars are now available.
Ship Milestone | LHA 8 features new electric anchor windlass system
The waterfront production team for Bougainville (LHA 8) have been working tirelessly since the ship was launched. Included in their efforts are the installation and testing of a new electric anchor windlass system.
Zero Compromise | Championing ethics & integrity together
Our values — Integrity, Safety, Respect, Engagement, Responsibility and Performance — guide everything we do. Emphasizing ethics and integrity isn’t just a policy; it’s a way to ensure we all thrive in a safe and supportive environment.
Inside Ingalls | Chris Helton, Director, General Manufacturing - Part 2
In this follow-up episode, we continue our conversation with 2nd shift General Manufacturing director Chris Helton. Having spent more than 30 years at Ingalls, Chris has played a role in building many ships for the Navy and Coast Guard, several of which are in service today.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Vivian Nguyen, Pipewelder
Since walking through the gates of the shipyard, Vivian Nguyen has been determined to grow as a welder and earn a leadership role. She joined Ingalls as an entry-level pipe welder in June 2023. Less than a year later, her hard work and dedication helped her reach first-class just one year after hiring on.
Shipbuilder Engagement | Veterans Day Celebration
With over a thousand Ingalls shipbuilders having served in the military, it's essential to recognize their contributions and thank them for defending our freedom. In honor of Veterans Day, the Veterans Employee Resource Team (VERT) distributed postcards to shipbuilders thanking Veterans and providing information about the employee resource group during lunch at CSA III, the Gate 2 Aramark Café and at Gate 4 near American Heroes Café. This was an opportunity to reflect on the principles that unite us as shipbuilders — commitment, teamwork and resilience.
Shipbuilder Engagement | Resource Showcase offers information, connection and swag
More than 1,200 shipbuilders connected with many resources and benefits during the Shipbuilder Resource Showcase in October. Being strategically located outside of the gate, the Shipbuilder Resource Showcase is an opportunity to bring benefits and resources directly to the shipbuilders. In addition to talking with representatives from various Ingalls benefits and resources, shipbuilders also voted in the Holiday Card contest, received free swag, and had the opportunity to purchase Ingalls-branded merchandise.
Anchor Apparel | Featured Item
Elevate your work wardrobe and show off your pride as a shipbuilder with the Ingalls-branded vest for women. Combine functionality and style with the Ingalls-branded vest for women. Featuring high-quality fabric, side pockets and a flattering fit, this vest is made of high-quality fabric and is perfect for layering.
Ingalls Ships in Action | USS Dewey (DDG 105)
The Ingalls-built Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105), pictured above, fires a Mark 45 5-inch light-weight gun during a live-fire weapons exercise on November 2. The ship was operating in the Andaman Sea as part of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Malaysia.
Honoring Our Heroes on Veterans Day
Today, we celebrate Veterans Day, a special time to honor the brave service members who have served in our Armed Forces. This day is especially meaningful for Ingalls shipbuilders, many of whom are veterans themselves. Your hard work and dedication help create the ships that protect and defend our freedom.
Zero Compromise | Upholding our core values
The heroes serving on the ships we build trust us to deliver products of the highest quality. By refusing to compromise our standards, we not only protect ourselves and our fellow shipbuilders but also reinforce their mission to defend and protect our country. This quarter, the pink banners throughout the shipyard are here to remind us of our commitment to a Zero Compromise workplace.
Happy Birthday, Ingalls | Celebrating 86 years!
This week marks 86 years since Ingalls first opened its gates. Founded on November 9, 1938, Ingalls Shipbuilding’s journey began on the East Bank of the Pascagoula River with a vision to build commercial ships. By the 1950s, Ingalls had set its sights on serving the U.S. Navy, winning a pivotal contract in 1957 to build 12 nuclear-powered attack submarines – a decision that would transform the future of the shipyard and the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Francois Roach, Pipefitter Helper Apprentice
From executive chef to pipefitter helper apprentice, Jamaican native Francois Roach is in the early stages of his career at Ingalls.
Holiday Giving Season | Four Ways to Spread Holiday Cheer
As the holiday season approaches, we're excited to kick off our Four Ways to Spread Holiday Cheer initiative, offering shipbuilders an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in our community. This year, we're focused on bringing joy to children and victims of domestic violence currently living in local shelters. Your generosity can make this season brighter for families and individuals facing challenging times.
Ingalls National Merit Scholarship | Applications open through March 31, 2025
Ingalls is excited to announce the launch of the 2026 Ingalls Shipbuilding Division Scholarship Program. This initiative is designed to support the educational aspirations of high school juniors who are children of Ingalls shipbuilders. The scholarship is intended for those who will complete high school and enter college in the fall of 2026.