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Systems Engineer Jovan Celar (E47), on rotation in Department E04, works on a training application with augmented reality. Photo by Chris Oxley

P.E.E.R. Program Offers Rotation Opportunities In 2013, Jennifer Boykin, vice president of Engineering and Design, started a rotational program at Newport News Shipbuilding to give engineers and designers the chance to experience multiple areas of opportunity, build professional relationships and gain a better understanding of different business operations. The rotation program was designed to allow participants to spend two years in the program, in order to complete four, six-month rotations across different departments. Three years later, individuals and departments who have participated in the rotational opportunities have validated that the program has a strong reputation for being a valuable opportunity. Initially named the Engineering and Design (E&D) Rotation Program, it has now been rebranded as the Professional Enhancement and Enrichment Rotation (P.E.E.R.) Program. The program has also expanded and is now open to all high-performing, salaried employees in non-supervisory roles. Initially offering 20 rotations across different departments, P.E.E.R. has expanded to offer 110 unique opportunities that represent the wide diversity of experiences here at NNS. Since 2013, the program has graduated 44 participants and currently has 63 active participants. The newest group of approximately 25 participants is scheduled to begin the program in January 2017. If interested in learning more or to apply to the program, visit the P.E.E.R. Program website on MyNNS or contact P.E.E.R. Program Manager Wayne Potter at 688-1274.

MyTime Training Deadline This Friday MyTime will go live on Sept. 19. All salaried employees who are currently using the Time and Attendance System (TAS) should complete the MyTime training by Sept.16. For questions and training information, go to Timekeeping Central on Yardnet and MyNNS.

The Apprentice School’s Accreditation Renewed The Apprentice School has been re-accredited until 2022 by the Council on Occupational Education. To retain accreditation, The Apprentice School must maintain quality programs, undergo an extensive self-review process, and continue to meet the council’s standards and conditions for accreditation. “The Apprentice School has become a national model for apprenticeship programs,” said Ray Bagley, vice president of Trades Operations. “When an institution has operated for 97 years, it’s easy to fall back on ‘what we’ve always done.’ That’s not how you succeed. Our faculty and staff go to great lengths to make the apprenticeship experience at NNS relevant, and I applaud them for this outstanding accomplishment.” CONTINUED ON PG 2

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The fountain in front of The Apprentice School at Newport News Shipbuilding. Photo by Chris Oxley X11 craftsman Michael Aponti leads a team of X11 fitters through a fit-to-fit training course held on Aug. 29 in the Bldg. 1744-6th Floor Operations Conference Room. Photo by Chris Oxley

The X11 Department is “Shipbuilder Strong” Upon completing the fifth and final phase of training, X11 ship fitters became the first department to collectively complete the “Shipbuilder Strong” qualification in their mid-year “Fit to Fit” training. The department began its training in 2015 and completed the fifth step of training on Aug. 23. Every foreman and crew participated, and more than 900 ship fitters achieved the highest-ranked “Shipbuilder Strong” status before Labor Day weekend. “Achieving the Shipbuilder Strong certification as a department is another example of the fitters being engaged and leading the way. I am very proud of the entire department for embracing the Shipbuilder Strong Program as part of our “Fit to Fit” culture of growing and improving in the areas of health, safety, knowledge, proficiency and engagement,” said Joe Sabol, X11 trade director. Hosted by Tidewater Physical Therapy, the “Shipbuilder Strong” Program helps shipbuilders to prevent injuries by teaching shipbuilders how to properly stretch and condition their bodies for the specific job they perform. The exercises are performed before, during and after job tasks, and there are task-specific exercises such as those for climbing, squatting and kneeling. The program also teaches proper lifting techniques to support good back health.

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The Apprentice School was also commended for its training model and its faculty and staff. In a letter to the school, the council’s commission executive committee wrote, “The school excels at its primary mission to instruct students to such competency levels essential to success, making them a center for training excellence. The team found that the students were enthusiastic about their career possibilities, program progression and continuing education opportunities. The faculty are highly skilled, committed, professional, nurturing and worked collaboratively toward the school’s mission, creating an exceptional educational experience.”

Perkinson to Speak at STEP Event on Sept. 15 Crane Engineering and Quality (O48) Engineering Supervisor and Director of Advocacy for the Society of Women Engineering (SWE), Mary Perkinson, will speak at the 2016 STEP Forward: Hampton Roads event on Sept. 15. The Science, Technology, Engineering and Production (STEP) event will be held at the Hampton Roads Convention Center from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and is sponsored by The Manufacturing Institute and Alcoa Foundation. Attendees will have an opportunity to network and discuss challenges and opportunities, best practices and connect with their peers. “I am excited to be a speaker at the STEP event, and to have the opportunity to encourage other women to be leaders in the world of manufacturing,” said Perkinson. “I want to personally encourage women that have manufacturing roles here at Newport News Shipbuilding to register and attend this event. I would love to have NNS women in manufacturing, from deck plate to management, attend.” Mary Perkinson, supervisor, Crane Engineering and Quality, Newport News Shipbuilding and 2016 STEP Ahead Honoree.

The Manufacturing Institute programs are targeted to women across all levels of manufacturing. There is no charge to attend the event, and food and beverages will be provided. To register for the event, visit http://bit.ly/2c7ygrk.

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AROUNDSTRESS THE YARD NAVSEA 08 Security Evaluation Planned Sept. 12-16 Newport News Shipbuilding will undergo a NAVSEA 08 Security Evaluation Sept. 12 - 16. A team of representatives from NAVSEA Security and Naval Reactors (SEA 08) will assess NNS’s ability to process and safeguard classified and unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (NNPI) in accordance with contractual requirements. The audit will include a comprehensive review of the Classified Information Systems, Cyber Security, Industrial Security and Physical Security programs. For more information, visit the NAVSEA 08 Security Evaluation website on MyNNS or contact John Forlow (O15) at 688-0583.

ISO Audits Planned Sept. 19-22

The HII Family Health

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September 15, 5 p.m.beacon on Sept. 15 at 5 p.m. Employees must HII Family Health Center be eligible to use the

Healthy snacks will be health center to attend. For additional details, view the flier on Yardnet. provided at the session.

To reserve a seat, email HIINNWellness@quadmedical or call 327-4200.

Monthly Wellness Beacon sessions are led by your Wellness Team:

Training Survey on MyNNS

Newport News Shipbuilding would like to encourage Sarah to take a Mirandaemployees Clara Casey Mukisha Wellness Coach/ Registered Dietitian Diabetes Educator Wellness Coach Diabetes Educator five minute survey Health Promotion Nutritionist Specialist about how information is found related to training. Feedback will be used to help in the development of a new training information Space is limited. To reserve your seat, please call 757.327.4200 or email website forbe employees. survey is voluntary HIINNWellness@quadmedical.com. Must eligible toThe use the health center to attend. and consists of five simple questions. Employees Newport News Shipbuilding will recognize are expected to take the survey on their own National Hispanic Heritage Month Sept. 15 to time with approval from their supervisor. Oct. 15. The month celebrates Hispanic and Complete the Survey on MyNNS. For additional Latino-American heritage and culture, and questions, visit the Training Feedback website honors the contributions they have made to the on MyNNS. United States.

National Hispanic Heritage Month Recognized at NNS

Stress Management September 15, 2016 at 5 p.m. HII Family Health Center RSVP: 757.327.4200 or HIINNWellness@quadmedical.com