Shipbuilder Spotlight |Erinn Carty, Manager, Branding & Art Production
The crew of USS Richard M. McCool, Jr. (LPD 29) now have a beautiful, custom watercolor painting to enjoy as they complete missions aboard the vessel.
Shipbuilder Spotlight |Terry Baker, Rigging General Foreman
Since 1991, Terry Baker’s consistency and dedication to the shipyard have elevated him in his position as a rigging general foreman.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Cara Winstead, Military Liaison Recruiter
Ingalls is the ideal place for veterans looking to continue serving the nation. Cara Winstead, Ingalls military liaison recruiter, pairs the shipyard with our American heroes who contributed to the mission and still want to support the purpose.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Steve Thompson, Hull Superintendent
When Steve Thompson, superintendent, Hull, began his shipbuilding journey in 1991, he was 22-years-old, newly married and needed a better paying job. After being hired as a third-class shipfitter, Steve made the most of the opportunity.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Information Technology Interns
In honor of National Intern Day, Ingalls wants to highlight the great work on display by the Information Technology (IT) interns.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Olivia Bosarge, Pipe Test Foreman
After serving six years in the Marine Corps, Olivia Bosarge was trying to figure out the next chapter of her life. Inspired by her father’s career in the shipyard, she would follow in his footsteps by signing up for the pipefitting apprenticeship program.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Tonia Powell, Principal Systems Engineer
With nearly three decades of experience, Tonia Powell began her career at Ingalls as a welder. Now a principal systems engineer in the Engineering Research department, she helps manage multimillion dollar contracts and independent research projects.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | John Hamblin, Rigging Foreman
Coming from the food service industry, John Hamblin learned about customer service, patience and delivering a quality product in a timely manner. When it was time for a career change, it was fitting that the rigging foreman made a reservation for a party of one at Ingalls.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Terri Eilerts, Manager, Electrical Engineering
Growing up, Terri Eilerts dreamed of being a sportscaster. She has always valued the life lessons learned through team sports, as well as how players from all walks of life work together to achieve success. As a founding member with the Ingalls Shipbuilding Equality Alliance (ISEA) employee resource group (ERG), Terri helps unite shipbuilders so they can build ships that are strong and safe.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Jannell Boudreaux, Graphic Artist Intern
A student intern at Ingalls is making a lasting impression throughout the shipyard with her artwork on the Operations Resource Centers (ORCs).
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Kenny Hines, Business Integration Analyst
Helping others is what motivates Kenny Hines in all aspects of his life. Through the Ingalls Shipbuilding Equality Alliance (ISEA) employee resource group (ERG), he is able to do that by empowering other shipbuilders to be their true selves.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Sunny Rasavong, Electrical Engineer
In a shipyard that welcomes inclusivity, Sunny Rasavong is proud to echo that spirit of togetherness. As vice chair of the Asian & Pacific Islander Shipbuilding Association (APSA) employee resource group (ERG), Sunny is proud to be in a position that supports our service members and builds strong relationships with people in the community.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Vervina Bazzel, Structural Welder
Making a good living may be one reason to become a shipbuilder but for structural welder Vervina Bazzel, it’s not the only reason. What started as a way to provide for her family, quickly turned into serving a purpose with her favorite people in the shipyard.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Thanh Tran, Pipe General Foreman
Pipe general foreman Thanh Tran left the shrimp boat for the shipyard in an effort to spend more time with family. In search of new opportunities, it was his wife who brought up the idea of becoming a shipbuilder.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Melencio Malomay, Foreman, Shipfitter
The story of Melencio Malomay began in the Philippines as a police officer committed to protecting his community. Looking for ways to provide for his family, he came to Ingalls wanting to work with security, but other opportunities came about instead.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Tyranda Caples, Lead Electrician
As a veteran shipbuilder of 25 years, lead electrician Tyranda Caples makes it her responsibility to help others find their way at Ingalls. She uses her knowledge of the shipyard to benefit those around her.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Ingalls Fire Department
No matter the role, everyone who works at Ingalls contributes to the safety of our shipbuilders. This includes our very own fire department within the shipyard. Ingalls firefighters oversee the emergency medical services and fire safety.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | John Allman, Foreman, Welding
Leadership falls under the umbrella of numerous character traits. It’s not necessarily defined by the loudest in the room but is certainly measured by the reputation someone has with their peers. John Allman, foreman, Welding, is an example of that in his role.
Shipbuilder Spotlight| Ambre Cauley, Research & Development Portfolio Manager
The historic legacy of Ingalls is made up of multiple generations of shipbuilders. Ambre Cauley, portfolio manager, Research & Development, is an example of that, following in her stepfather’s footsteps. It wasn’t her first choice but it was the right one.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Julia Pierce, Manager, Facilities Engineering
Five years ago, plans were set in stone for Julia Pierce. The Brazilian native studied abroad at Mississippi State University with no intentions of staying. However, just like in the shipyard, being able to adjust and adapt to changing plans can oftentimes work out for the better.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Risselmarie Rivera, Cost Estimating Analyst
Originally from Puerto Rico, Risselmarie Rivera came to Ingalls to give her family a better quality of life. Nearly two years into her career, she’s an inspiration to shipbuilders looking for a landing spot of opportunity.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Jamil Davis: Leading through Connection
Cool, calm and collected is what comes to mind when describing Jamil Davis, welding foreman. Understanding the grind of the shipyard, he has a knack for building relationships, being relatable and leading every conversation with respect.
Shipbuilder Spotlight|Amy Rowell, Chief of Staff, Operations
Hanging on the wall of Amy Rowell’s office is a group picture featuring female shipbuilders during World War II. The photo, inspired by Rosie the Riveter, is a daily dose of empowerment and serves as a reminder that you can’t spell shipbuilder without the letters h-e-r.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Joyce Morgan, Shipfitter, Hull
Shipfitter Joyce Morgan has enjoyed every single moment of her 25 years in the Hull department, but her ties to the shipyard starts way before she started her career.