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NIWC Atlantic's CSRR MRTS provides versatile, cost-effective submarine radio room training using a reconfigurable 3D simulation.
NIWC Atlantic's SOSNIE tested communications technologies with manned and unmanned vehicles across domains.
NIWC Atlantic Commanding Officer Capt. Matt O’Neal explained how the Navy engineering and information technology command he leads relies on industry...
NIWC Atlantic participated in U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/U.S. 4th Fleet’s annual Hybrid Fleet Campaign (HFC) event in Key West Harbor from...
N. Charleston, SC (May 9, 2024) The Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic's Radio Frequency Test Facility (RFTF) Poseidon Park is a unique...
We are home to the DOD’s top scientists, engineers, and technicians in the information warfare battlespace. We are forward-based, forward-deployed and globally positioned with America’s warfighters. We are where America’s naval forces are.
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Conduct research, development, prototyping, engineering, test and evaluation, installation, and sustainment of integrated information warfare capabilities and services across all warfighting domains with an emphasis on Expeditionary Tactical Capabilities & Enterprise IT and Business Systems in order to drive innovation and warfighter information advantage.
"NIWC Atlantic is right in the thick of developing and honing the Navy and Marine Corps’ posture in this key domain. I consider it a distinct privilege to join in such an impactful role helping ensure my fellow Sailors and our Marines brethren have the tools they need."
Capt. Matthew O'Neal, Commanding Officer
by Jack O'Neill, NIWC Atlantic Public Affairs Office - 28 Apr 2025 - News
NIWC Atlantic's Palmetto Cyber Defense Competition (PCDC) brought high school, college, and professional teams together for a three-day cybersecurity challenge. Teams defended simulated city infrastructure from "red team" attacks. The competition emphasized real-world scenarios and fostered collaboration between academia, military, and industry, highlighting cybersecurity career paths in national security. The Citadel, Home School STEM, and NAVWAR Reserve Program Cybersecurity Pillar won their respective divisions.
by Steve Ghiringhelli, NIWC Atlantic Public Affairs Office - 28 Apr 2025 - News
NIWC Atlantic and NSWC Crane's "Southern Lightning" exercise off Sullivan's Island tested unmanned systems integration for the future hybrid fleet. USS Cole and unmanned vehicles evaluated communications technologies in a littoral environment. The exercise, linked to the DoD's "Silent Swarm," advances resilient communications crucial for future naval operations.
by Jack O'Neill, NIWC Atlantic Public Affairs Office - 31 Mar 2025 - News
The Navy's CSRR MRTS offers a cost-effective, realistic submarine radio room simulation, yielding 68% savings over legacy systems. It provides hands-on training for various submarine platforms, enabling crews to practice in diverse scenarios, including simulated equipment failures. The system ensures standardized procedures, boosts Sailor readiness, and reduces real-world training risks.
The Legends of NIWC Atlantic series is an effort to highlight all the great things our workers do across the command and for our warfighters. Do you know someone in your department or competency that should be highlighted for their excellence? If so, please let us know by using the contact form at the bottom of the Legends page. Thanks in advance for your participation in helping us recognize and honor the work of NIWC Atlantic employees!