Chesapeake, VA – Chugach Government Solutions (CGS) was honored to welcome Congressman Rob Wittman, Vice Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee and the House Natural Resources Committee, to its Chesapeake facility. During his visit, Rep. Wittman engaged with CGS leadership and employees, highlighting his commitment to military readiness, workforce development, and strategic partnerships that support national defense and economic growth.
Rep. Wittman, who has served Virginia’s First Congressional District since 2007, has been a steadfast advocate for strengthening the military, promoting a robust economy, and advancing workforce development initiatives, particularly in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) and Career and Technical Education (CTE). His leadership roles on the House Armed Services Committee, including as Chairman of the Tactical Air and Land Forces Subcommittee, position him as a key voice in the modernization of U.S. military capabilities.
During his visit to CGS, Rep. Wittman received guided tours focused on key Coast Guard and Navy projects. Dave Melvin, a Chugach Program Manager of the Warfighter Solutions Group, showcased several advanced engineered systems, including the Carrier Ready Room Collaboration Briefing System (CRR CBS), an in-house built Squadron Duty Officer Desk (SDO), and the AN/USQ-241(v) Unmanned Carrier Aviation (UCA) Video Management System (VidMS) for the Unmanned Air Warfare Center (UAWC) in aircraft carriers. Additionally, Ken Grimes, Chugach’s NIWC Coast Guard Program Manager, guided Rep. Wittman through Chugach’s Proliferated low Earth orbit (pLEO) satellite projects, including Starshield and Kymeta. Discussions also covered Chugach’s replacement for an outdated alarm and announcing system aboard CG Cutters and ongoing work related to the USCG SIN2/AIS2 initiatives.
Following the tour, he participated in a roundtable discussion with CGS leadership, where critical topics were addressed.
Rep. Wittman expressed his appreciation for the contributions of Alaska Native Corporations (ANCs) and the importance of the 8(a) Small Business Program in fostering government contracting opportunities.
An avid champion of natural resources and a longtime advocate for the Chesapeake Bay, Rep. Wittman also engaged in an animated discussion on fishing and fish population management in the region, reflecting his deep passion for environmental conservation.
Chugach Government Solutions extends its gratitude to Rep. Wittman for taking the time to visit the Chesapeake facility, recognizing the significance of the work being done in support of the U.S. military and national defense. Special thanks to Mark Miller, Brian Knapp, and their team for organizing the visit, and to Dirk for hosting the event and extending an invitation for Rep. Wittman to visit Chugach’s corporate office in Anchorage, Alaska.
“As a company deeply committed to supporting national defense through innovation and strategic partnerships, we were honored to host Congressman Wittman at our Chesapeake facility,” said Dirk van der Vaart, CGS President. “His leadership and dedication to strengthening our military and workforce align with our mission at Chugach. We appreciate his time, insights, and ongoing support for the work we do.”
As Vice Chairman of both the House Armed Services Committee and the House Natural Resources Committee, Rep. Wittman continues to be an important friend to Chugach Government Solutions, ensuring that critical defense, workforce, and infrastructure initiatives remain at the forefront of national priorities.
