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Marine Corps acquisition welcomes new commander - Brig. Gen. Joseph Shrader (right) passes the Marine Corps Systems Command Colors to new commander Brig. Gen. (Select) Arthur J. Pasagian in a Change of Command ceremony May 22, aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Jennifer Sevier)

Marine Corps acquisition welcomes new commander

Marine Corps Systems Command bid fair winds and following seas to Brig. Gen. Joseph Shrader and welcomed new commander Brig. Gen. (Select) Arthur J. Pasagian in a Change of Command ceremony aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico May 22.

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Marine Corps wants new military ski systems with universal bindings - Marines and Sailors with Marine Rotational Force-Europe 18.1 ski toward their next objective during a winter warfare training exercise at Haltdalen Training Center, Norway, April 12. The Marine Corps is searching for a new ski system with universal bindings. Marine Corps Systems Command will release a Request for Information to formally conduct market research and inform the contracting strategy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Clinton Firstbrook)

Marine Corps wants new military ski systems with universal bindings

The Marine Corps is searching for a new ski system that can withstand harsh conditions during training and cold weather missions. The goal is to acquire a system with ski sets that are compatible with the Corps’ Extreme Cold Weather Vapor Barrier Boots and the Intermediate Cold Weather Boots, eliminating the need to purchase new specific ski boots. The sets will include the skis, poles and universal bindings.

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Marine Snipers get more lethal with Mk13 Sniper Rifle - The Mk13 Mod 7 Sniper Rifle is on display during training aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia in March. Marine Corps Systems Command will field the Mk13 in late 2018 and throughout 2019 to increase the lethality and combat effectiveness of scout snipers on the battlefield. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Kristen Murphy)

Marine Snipers get more lethal with Mk13 Sniper Rifle

The Marine Corps is adopting a new precision sniper rifle to increase the lethality and combat effectiveness of scout snipers on the battlefield. The Mk13 Mod 7 Sniper Rifle is a bolt-action rifle that offers an increased range of fire and accuracy when compared to current and legacy systems. It includes a long-action receiver, stainless steel barrel, and an extended rail interface system for a mounted scope and night vision optic.

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MCTSSA cyber pros talk tech during career day - Jimmy Clevenger (left), Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity senior principal engineer for cyber, talks about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math careers Mar. 30, with students at Baypoint Preparatory Academy. Chris Sikes (right), MCTSSA electronics engineer, performs a cyber vulnerability demonstration, which gave the students a glimpse at what hackers are capable of and how to protect against them. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sky M. Laron)

MCTSSA cyber pros talk tech during career day

Advancements in technology are increasing exponentially, spurring the need for a high-tech workforce to support the networks and information systems of the future. Cyber security professionals from Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity spoke to students from Baypoint Preparatory Academy about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math, or STEM, career opportunities March 30, during the school’s first career day held at its Hemet campus.

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Civilian Marine serves God, Country, Corps - Heather Rodríguez (left), her husband José and a displaced family from Puerto Rico meet with Representative Stephanie Murphy (third from right) before the State of the Union Address to discuss with Congress the issues Hurricane Maria victims continue to face. Rodríguez balances life helping Marines get the gear they need at Marine Corps Systems Command’s Training Systems and serving his community as an Episcopal priest in Orlando, Florida. (Courtesy photo)

Civilian Marine serves God, Country, Corps

As a cost analyst at Marine Corps Systems Command, José Rodríguez knows what it means to be connected to a greater mission as he helps Marines get the gear they need. “Working for [the Training Systems program office], we are nurturing people in a way that they are able to come home to their loved ones because they are fully trained to protect our country,” he said.

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The Corps’ secret agents get their own 007 - Individual Weapons project officer Gunnery Sgt. Brian Nelson prepares to draw the M007 concealed carry weapon. The M007 offers enhanced concealed carry capabilities, which includes a smaller frame, ambidextrous slide stop lever and flared magazine well. Marine Corps Systems Command recently fielded the M007 to Marine and civilian CID agents and members of Helicopter Squadron One. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Jennifer Napier)

The Corps’ secret agents get their own 007

The Marine Corps is equipping Marines with a new weapon, providing enhanced concealed carry capabilities at an accelerated rate and lower cost to the Corps. The Glock 19M—called the M007 by the Corps—replaces the M9 service pistol for personnel requiring a weapon that can be easily concealed.

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The operational force will soon begin receiving a stronger, more durable pack frame designed to endure extreme temperatures, as well as wear and tear. The reinforced U.S. Marine Corps Pack Frame provides the same form, fit and function as the current frame, with stronger materials for both horizontal and vertical load-bearing support. These improvements were made in response to feedback from Marines who reported pack frame failures in extreme cold weather environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Bryan Nygaard) [High-resolution photo] - The operational force will soon begin receiving a stronger, more durable pack frame designed to endure extreme temperatures, as well as wear and tear. The reinforced U.S. Marine Corps Pack Frame provides the same form, fit and function as the current frame, with stronger materials for both horizontal and vertical load-bearing support. These improvements were made in response to feedback from Marines who reported pack frame failures in extreme cold weather environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Bryan Nygaard) [High-resolution photo]

Marine Corps to deliver reinforced pack frames as early as 2018

Grunts know a good ruck frame has got to last. That’s why a project team at Marine Corps Systems Command has developed a more durable pack frame; one that will better support the U.S. Marine Corps Pack that has been fielded to the operating forces since 2011.

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A Marine calibrates a three-dimensional printer during the 3-D Printing Training Course at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Marines have been embracing 3-D printing for several years now, and there are more than 40 units using 3-D printers in the field to build drones, buildings, vehicles and other items out of various materials. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Ian Leones) - A Marine calibrates a three-dimensional printer during the 3-D Printing Training Course at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Marines have been embracing 3-D printing for several years now, and there are more than 40 units using 3-D printers in the field to build drones, buildings, vehicles and other items out of various materials. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Ian Leones)