April 21, 2025

Engineers turn circuit-breaker problems into battle-ready solutions

STRATFORD, Conn. — DCMA engineers working alongside manufacturers identified and helped correct a potential problem with circuit breaker panels on helicopters the Navy uses to transport Marines.

March 11, 2025

QA saves taxpayer dollars, ensures naval nuclear readiness

STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. — DCMA quality assurance completed the qualification of a new dry film lubricant used in critical nuclear components resulting in millions of projected taxpayer savings and strengthening America’s Navy.

Feb. 20, 2025

DCMA analyst recognized by congressional rep

PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J. — A DCMA Springfield management analyst was recognized by Representative Mikie Sherrill as one the "2024 Heroes" within her congressional district.

Jan. 16, 2025

My DCMA: Kyle Marsh, supervisory QA

HARTFORD, Conn. — Kyle Marsh is a quality assurance specialist at DCMA Northeast based in Hartford, Connecticut, and has been a volunteer firefighter for seven years.

Quick QA action avoids potential catastrophe Dec. 16, 2024

Quick QA action avoids potential catastrophe

JERICHO, Vt. — A DCMA quality assurance specialist prevented a potentially unsafe situation involving live ammunition that could have resulted in major injury or death.

Dec. 2, 2024

QAS earns NASA recognition for space program insight

ORLANDO, Fla. — Marcos Otero-Cruz, a DCMA Southeast quality assurance specialist, earned NASA’s Silver Snoopy Award after his observations led to improved efficiency and cost savings.

Nov. 15, 2024

Mid-Atlantic connects with experts at AUSA expo

WASHINGTON — DCMA Mid-Atlantic employees seized opportunities to connect with contractors and see developmental technologies.

Nov. 1, 2024

Keystones learn defense acquisition history, tour USS Constitution

BOSTON — “Although the ships were built over 200 years ago, the acquisition life cycle can be applied to their history,” said Brian Valentin, program integrator with DCMA Aircraft Propulsion Operations General Electric.

Oct. 15, 2024

My DCMA: Christina Ziccarelli, supervisory QAS

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Christina Ziccarelli is a supervisory quality assurance specialist at DCMA Northeast based in Rochester, New York.

Sept. 23, 2024

DCMA delivers MH-60R helicopter to strategic ally

OWEGO, N.Y. — DCMA delivered the first MH-60R helicopter to South Korea’s Navy, strengthening their capabilities and enhancing interoperability with U.S. forces.