Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division The Crane Division (NSWC Crane), located in Crane, Indiana is a shore command of the U.S. Navy. NSWC Crane is under the Naval Sea Systems Command.

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09/16/2026

Stitched with gratitude. Awarded with honor. 🧵

During a heartfelt ceremony at Harvest Church in Bloomfield, Indiana, NSWC Crane Commanding Officer Capt. Rex Boonyobhas and Crane Army Am******on Activity (CAAA) Commander Col. Cornett joined together to award Quilts of Valor to 26 local veterans.

A Quilt of Valor (QOV) is a quality, handmade quilt created by dedicated volunteers to comfort and honor a service member or veteran who has been touched by war. Not simply a gift—it is a formally awarded, registered token that says unequivocally: “Thank you for your service and sacrifice in serving our nation.”

Team Crane is especially proud to celebrate six of our own colleagues who were formally awarded Quilts of Valor during the ceremony:

⭐ Mr. Dodson
⭐ Ms. Wenz
⭐ Mr. Rico
⭐ Mr. Cecil
⭐ Mr. Love
⭐ Senior Chief Van Buren

These individuals have not only served our nation in uniform, but they also continue to serve our warfighters every single day through their vital defense work at Crane.

Please join Team Crane in congratulating all 26 recipients and expressing our deepest gratitude for their enduring service and sacrifice! ⚓🎖️

Quilts of Valor Foundation

09/15/2026

Accelerate your innovation through partnership with NSWC Crane! 🤝⚓

Ever wonder how your business or academic institution can leverage cutting-edge naval technology? 🤔

At NSWC Crane, our Technology Transfer (T2) program bridges the gap between defense experts and the private sector. Through formal collaborative agreements, we make government-funded R&D and specialized expertise available for commercialization and real-world application. 🚀

How You Can Partner With Us:
🔹 Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs): Collaborate directly with our scientists and engineers on joint R&D initiatives.
🔹 Patent License Agreements (PLAs): License patented Navy technologies to launch new commercial products and services.

Partnering with NSWC Crane gives you access to one-of-a-kind facilities and breakthrough capabilities—helping you drive commercial success while supporting our nation’s warfighters.

💡 Ready to innovate together?

Learn more and get in touch with our Technology Transfer office:

United in Remembrance.Earlier today, military personnel and civilian teammates across NSWC Crane gathered together for m...
09/11/2026

United in Remembrance.

Earlier today, military personnel and civilian teammates across NSWC Crane gathered together for morning colors and a solemn moment of silence in observance of Patriot Day.

Standing side by side, NSWC Crane paused to honor the victims of September 11, 2001, and pay tribute to the service members and first responders who answered the call in the days, months, and years that followed.

Moments like this remind us of why we come to work every day: to protect our nation, serve our warfighters, and safeguard the freedom entrusted to us.

09/11/2026

Today, we remember.

On September 11, 2001, thousands of innocent lives were lost, and countless families were forever changed. Today, NSWC Crane joins communities across our nation in honoring the 2,977 victims and the heroic first responders who gave their lives to save others.

In the face of darkness, our nation united with unwavering resolve and resilience. We carry that spirit forward every single day.

May we always honor their memory. May we never forget.

NSWC Crane recently welcomed representatives from the National Guard Association of the United States - NGAUS and a con...
09/09/2026

NSWC Crane recently welcomed representatives from the National Guard Association of the United States - NGAUS and a congressional staff delegation for a visit focused on the critical missions carried out by NSWC Crane.

During the visit, guests received a comprehensive overview of Naval Weapons Station Crane and NSWC Crane, with particular emphasis on Strategic Missions, Electromagnetic Warfare, and Expeditionary Warfare.

Visits like these help strengthen understanding of how NSWC Crane supports the warfighter through innovation, technical expertise, and mission-focused collaboration.

It was a great visit at NSWC Crane! ⚓️ We were proud to welcome the Honorable Ben Kohlmann, Assistant Secretary of the N...
08/27/2026

It was a great visit at NSWC Crane! ⚓️ We were proud to welcome the Honorable Ben Kohlmann, Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Manpower and Reserve Affairs), and Mr. Peter Reddy, Executive Director, Naval Surface and Undersea Warfare Centers.

Their visit focused on understanding the incredible people behind our critical mission capabilities. Thank you to our leadership for taking the time to see firsthand how NSWC Crane supports the warfighter every single day.

Naval Sea Systems Command

⚓ We were honored to host RDML Dianna Wolfson, Director, Fleet Maintenance, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, at NSWC Crane! Du...
08/26/2026

⚓ We were honored to host RDML Dianna Wolfson, Director, Fleet Maintenance, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, at NSWC Crane! During her visit, we provided a comprehensive overview of how our installation directly supports the Fleet.

Our team was proud to showcase our critical work across three core areas:
🔹 Strategic Missions
🔹 Electromagnetic Warfare
🔹 Expeditionary Warfare

Thank you, RDML Wolfson, for your leadership and for taking the time to see firsthand how southern Indiana equips and empowers the warfighter!

🌾 "Crane Gate Lights" is a tribute to NSWC Crane’s rich heritage and deep Hoosier roots. This music video honors the peo...
08/24/2026

🌾 "Crane Gate Lights" is a tribute to NSWC Crane’s rich heritage and deep Hoosier roots. This music video honors the people who built this place, those who carry its mission today, and those shaping its future.

📺 Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LfQGoaIH49s&utm_source=naval%20surface%20warfare%20center%2C%20crane%20division&utm_medium=facebook&utm_term=99a8fef6-0902-447a-8e65-6de3f7df5294&utm_content=&utm_campaign=

💬 Share one-word reaction to the video in the comments below!

NSWC Crane was proud to welcome RADM Benjamin Reynolds (DASN Budget) and several key leaders in naval sensors, electroni...
08/20/2026

NSWC Crane was proud to welcome RADM Benjamin Reynolds (DASN Budget) and several key leaders in naval sensors, electronic warfare, and fiscal management! During their time with us, we demonstrated how NSWC Crane uses the Working Capital Fund structure to effectively deliver mission-critical capabilities to our warfighters.

It’s great to showcase the hard work, efficiency, and technical expertise of our NSWC Crane workforce to Navy leadership! 🚢⚓

08/19/2026

A new capability for defense testing is here! 🚀

We've partnered with the Indiana National Guard to unveil the nation's FIRST ground-based Sled Track Facility at Camp Atterbury. This state-of-the-art track reaches speeds up to Mach 1, allowing us to test advanced flight conditions right here on the ground.

What does this mean?
✅ Faster development of critical technology
✅ Safer testing for our aircrew
✅ An estimated $1.7 million in annual savings

We are accelerating innovation to deliver mature, reliable countermeasures that protect our Warfighters. A huge thank you to all our partners for making this milestone possible!

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