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Hargett becomes USATA director after 34 years in organization
July 12, 2023 — In 1989, David Hargett graduated from the University of Alabama at Huntsville and accepted an engineering position with the U.S. Army Test, Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment Activity on Redstone Arsenal, Alabama... MORE

AMCOM employee recognized with top AMC award
June 30, 2023 — Army Materiel Command recently recognized 10 employees for their outstanding contributions to the AMC mission by presenting them with the 2022 Louis Dellamonica Award. The award is presented to both military and civilian employees below the rank of general officer and Senior Executive Service level who meet and exceed certain criteria... MORE

‘Everyone has a voice,’ depot commander provides parting words
June 28, 2023 — Stepping into Col. Rick Allbritton’s office, you are met with an assortment of souvenirs adorning the walls representative of his prestigious Army career spanning more than three decades... MORE

Team Redstone celebrates Juneteenth
June 23, 2023 — The Aviation and Missile Command hosted the Team Redstone Juneteenth celebration June 21 in the Bob Jones Auditorium on Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. Every year, the numerous commands and federal agencies located throughout Redstone Arsenal volunteer to each host a monthly cultural observance. This year AMCOM chose to host the Juneteenth Celebration, with the AMCOM Employee Diversity Board taking the lead to plan and execute the event... MORE

Army OIB modernization efforts continue across enterprise
June 23, 2023 — The Army is currently in year two of its largest modernization planning effort in nearly forty years, with the goal to overhaul and update its organic industrial base over the next 15 years. To keep that process on track, the OIB task force meets biannually to identify, prioritize and review requirements and efforts. Known as the OIB Modernization War Game, the fifth meeting was held at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, in the Aviation and Missile Command headquarters June 13-15... MORE

Graphic of hangar renovation showcased in a computer design tool.

AMCOM implements high velocity training at depots
May 26, 2023 — The Aviation and Missile Command is implementing a training initiative aimed at providing developmental and training opportunities, as well as improving the readiness of the Army’s Organic Industrial Base workforce... MORE

Digital training asset of a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System

USATA awards highlight excellence in calibration support
May 26, 2023 — Over the past couple of years, employees have learned to work, train and interact with co-workers from all over the globe remotely. While somewhat convenient for those involved, there is potentially something missing. Supervisors from the U.S. Army Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment Activity found that something during a three-day, in-person training event held May 16-18 at Toftoy Hall on Redstone Arsenal, Alabama... MORE

AMC executive advises supervisors, ‘Get to know your employees’
May 12, 2023 — “You’ll find I’m a storyteller,” Marion Whicker told a small group of new supervisors during a leader professional development seminar at the Aviation and Missile Command headquarters on Redstone Arsenal May 11... MORE

AMCOM members recognized for DoD, Army Environmental Excellence Awards
May 5, 2023 — Aviation and Missile Command members were recognized for their role in winning the 2023 Secretary of Defense and Secretary of the Army Environmental Excellence in Weapon Systems Acquisition, Individual/Team awards... MORE

Pieces of equipment with alternative coatings.

AMCOM brings aviation leaders together for AMCOM 101
May 5, 2023 — The Aviation and Missile Command welcomed aviation Soldiers from throughout the force May 3-4 to learn about the sustainment capabilities of AMCOM, as well as discuss aviation challenges and solutions... MORE