Through its innovation and resourcefulness, the Program Executive Officer (PEO) for Aircraft Carriers is responsible for designing, delivering and maintaining the nation’s aircraft carrier force in support the Chief of Naval Operation’s “Sea Power 21” concept and his 313 ship Navy to meet requirements set by the fleet. We are involved in all aspects of life cycle management from conception through decommissioning including the acquisition and development of our nation’s future aircraft carriers, as well as modernizing and upgrading the present carrier fleet.

The Navy, partnered with Northrop Grumman Newport News, builds nuclear powered warships that are preeminent in all scenarios of future combat and national defense. We are the hub of a world-class, extended, and continuously evolving carrier enterprise that is recognized for being as innovative in the way it works and manages its people as it is in delivering the world’s most powerful, yet affordable weapons system on schedule, and mission ready. We accomplish this through an alignment that enhances collaboration by improving communication and cooperation. We will lead our organizations through the 21st century with a strong sense of purpose and clearly focused goals in defense of democracy and freedom.

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