The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) and its subsidiary, DEFTECH, assist NC companies that are applying for Department of Defense contracts. DOD contracts bring billions into the state's economy, and it is vital for NC businesses to remain competitive when applying for contracts.
NCMBC focuses its work on helping companies acquire standard contracts while DEFTECH specializes in assisting with opportunities requiring science, technology, research and development solutions.
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Active duty and reserve component veterans and their spouses can participate in Off-Base Transition Training (OBTT), hosted by the Department of Labor. These workshops provide employment preparation and guidance for meeting career goals.
Participants learn how to effectively communicate the skills and experiences gained through military service. OBTT workshops are scheduled in January and February throughout the state.
Participants learn how to effectively communicate the skills and experiences gained through military service. OBTT workshops are scheduled in January and February throughout the state.
Fort Bragg entered into a mutual Intergovernmental Service Agreement with the NC Dept of Transportation (NC DOT) to provide advanced road repair and maintenance for the Fort Bragg installation.
This agreement brings high value for NC DOT for sustained revenue on road projects and cost savings to Fort Bragg as the cost of road repair was reduced by 40% compared to in-house Fort Bragg assets. This has a targeted saving to Fort Bragg of $71 million and potential revenue to NC DOT of $118 million over the life of the agreement.
This agreement brings high value for NC DOT for sustained revenue on road projects and cost savings to Fort Bragg as the cost of road repair was reduced by 40% compared to in-house Fort Bragg assets. This has a targeted saving to Fort Bragg of $71 million and potential revenue to NC DOT of $118 million over the life of the agreement.
The U.S. Army signed a research and development agreement with Collins Aerospace, headquartered in Charlotte, NC. The analysis completed by Collins will determine how the military can benefit from advancements made in manned and unmanned aircraft.
Collins Aerospace has previously received millions in Department of Defense contracts. Their contract work is part of the boost North Carolina's economy receives from the military.
Collins Aerospace has previously received millions in Department of Defense contracts. Their contract work is part of the boost North Carolina's economy receives from the military.
East Carolina University partnered with the Defense Alliance of North Carolina to host a science and technology research showcase in November.
Researchers presented their findings in a variety of areas including biomechanics, prolonged casualty care, and unmanned underwater vehicles. The day allowed researchers and Department of Defense representatives the opportunity to collaborate and discuss the impacts of technology.
Researchers presented their findings in a variety of areas including biomechanics, prolonged casualty care, and unmanned underwater vehicles. The day allowed researchers and Department of Defense representatives the opportunity to collaborate and discuss the impacts of technology.
Today’s veterans and military spouses represent a pre-screened segment of our nation’s population who possess unique “work-ready” attributes. Honoring veterans acknowledges their service to our country while highlighting their education, training, and work experiences.
The call to action is simple, “Hire a Veteran” and benefit from their attributes and experiences.
The call to action is simple, “Hire a Veteran” and benefit from their attributes and experiences.
Happy Holidays to all!
Today we send holiday wishes to all our military members and their families. The commitment and service to our country allow us all to celebrate our own traditions during the season.
Today we send holiday wishes to all our military members and their families. The commitment and service to our country allow us all to celebrate our own traditions during the season.
Air Force ROTC cadets from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Det. 605, participate in small-unit tactics during field day training at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, on April 21, 2022. During the training, teams of cadets moved between barriers, covered one another, and communicated with each other in order to progress forward.
Attorney General Josh Stein announced that Eastern North Carolina will receive over $685,000 in grants. These awards will be used to support the Environmental Enhancement Grant (EEG) program.
The Conservation Fund received $200,000 to partner with the U.S. Marine Corps in Eastern NC to protect floodplains and waterfront along the Neuse River Basin. This project will maintain habitats for rare species and promote conservation while also improving the military's training capacity in the area.
The Conservation Fund received $200,000 to partner with the U.S. Marine Corps in Eastern NC to protect floodplains and waterfront along the Neuse River Basin. This project will maintain habitats for rare species and promote conservation while also improving the military's training capacity in the area.
The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Soldier Center recently announced a research partnership with the University of North Carolina-Greensboro's Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering (JSNN). The goal is to "develop lighter, faster, safer, stronger nanoscale materials to improve soldier protection."