Photo By Branden Bourque | KITTERY, Maine (March 30, 2026) Vice Adm. Robert Gaucher, Director, Submarine...... read more read more
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard hosted Director, Submarine Programs Vice Adm. Robert Gaucher, March 30.
Gaucher convened with Capt. Jesse Nice, shipyard commander, Capt. Jason Deichler, commodore, Submarine Squadron 2, and Stephen Fahey, nuclear engineering and planning manager, to review the status of current submarine availabilities, the evolution of model line initiatives, and recent innovations at the shipyard.
“It’s great to see the advances that Portsmouth Naval Shipyard is applying. Leveraging technology and additive manufacturing will allow the Navy to move quicker with repair,” said Gaucher. “PNSY and its workforce play a critical role as we move at an accelerated pace to deliver undersea capabilities to our warfighters.”
Gaucher focused his visit on the shipyard’s primary mission of returning combat-ready submarines to the fleet including delving into preparations for large vertical array systems and engaging in in-depth discussion on the use of intelligence software platforms. He concluded his visit with a comprehensive review of quality-of-service initiatives.
“Perspective is always clearest at the point of work, allowing agile decision making," said Nice. "Highlighting our advancements for Vice Adm. Gaucher at the worksites provided clear, actionable perspective, direct from our committed workforce on the deckplates. As we drive towards future successes in 2026 and beyond, the Navy's support of our innovations at pace and scale is crucial. Our mission is clear: deliver a modernized, more lethal submarine ahead of schedule with impeccable quality, giving our warfighters the decisive edge."
This focus on empowering the teams doing the work was further emphasized by Deichler.
“Vice Adm. Gaucher was able to see the success of pushing problem solving to the point of work, wired in cross-functional expertise, and teams enabled with real authority,” said Deichler. “PNSY and crew innovations are accelerating the return of in-service submarines to sea – tougher, stronger and ahead of schedule. Enterprise-wide application of the leadership and maintenance principles that are fostered here in Portsmouth are crucial to the resurgence of the submarine industrial base.”
As America’s leader in attack submarine maintenance, repair, and modernization, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard delivers the decisive edge required to master an era of evolving threats. It stands at the forefront of America's commitment to peace through strength, delivering combat-ready submarines that are lethal, resilient, and prepared to win. Through a focus on innovation, accountability, and fostering a culture of warfighting excellence, PNSY strengthens the maritime industrial base and invests in its highly skilled workforce. The work done at the shipyard is a direct contribution to national security. Submarines leave the shipyard more capable than ever before, ensuring the U.S. Navy remains the most dominant maritime force and that the nation's warfighters are prepared for any mission, anywhere in the world.
| Date Taken: | 03.30.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 03.30.2026 16:04 |
| Story ID: | 561553 |
| Location: | KITTERY, MAINE, US |
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