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USACE employees rescue Mississippi motorist during winter storm response

Matt Roe — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:49:00 GMT

While on one emergency response mission, two U.S. Army Corps of Engineers employees found themselves in the middle of another.

USACE Nominee for Federal Engineer of the Year, Credits Team for Success

By Patrick Bloodgood — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 16:27:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineer’s (USACE) 2026 nominee for the Federal Engineer of the Year is no stranger to leading a team that is tackling large complex projects. Cory Morgan, a navigation mega project technical lead and registered Professional Engineer at USACE’s Inland Navigation Design Center is guiding the process of two monumental inland navigation projects, the Montgomery Lock New River Chamber Project near Pittsburgh, Penn., and the Kentucky Lock Addition Project in Grand Rivers, Ky.

Individuals, teams recognized in USACE National Awards Ceremony

Patrick Bloodgood — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:59:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) took time on January 23 to recognize the achievements of many of its outstanding Civilians and Soldiers during a ceremony held at the USACE Headquarters in Washington D.C.

USACE Value Engineering Team Recognized on Global Stage

Patrick Bloodgood — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 17:46:00 GMT

For the first time in its 250-year history, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers earned a Top 20 finish for its innovative approach to project delivery against corporate powerhouses in the prestigious Project Management Institute (PMI), Program Management Office (PMO) Global Awards.

USACE contractor Mohannad Ali awarded Defense of Freedom medal

Kate Gest — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 01:19:00 GMT

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers South Pacific Division Commander Brig. Gen. John Lloyd presented former USACE contractor Mohannad Ali with the Secretary of Defense Medal for the Defense of Freedom during a ceremony at the USACE San Diego Field Office on Aug 26.

Individuals honored for service to the Engineer Regiment at USACE 250th Birthday Gala

Pentagon News — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 03:30:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Army Engineer Association honored two individuals who have made significant contributions to the Engineer Regiment in a ceremony this evening during the 250th Engineer Birthday Gala in Arlington, Virginia.

What is a Sapper? 250 Years of “Badass” Engineers

Pentagon News — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 12:55:00 GMT

In the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the term sapper carries weight. For 250 years, sappers have served as elite combat engineers, supporting frontline infantry in every war throughout American history.

Double Duty: Chris Stewarts’ Service in and out of Uniform

Pentagon News — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 13:33:00 GMT

Chris "CJ" Stewart seamlessly balances his dual roles as a federal civilian logistics management specialist and an Army Reservist. Serving within the Resource Integration Division (RID) of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Logistics Activity (ULA), Stewart's civilian duties involve assessing logistics through the Command Logistics Review Program (CLRP). Simultaneously, as a Motor Transport Operator (88M) in the Army Reserves, his military focus is also squarely on logistics. Stewart recently completed a year-long activation based in Poland, where his mission involved deterring, defending against, and potentially defeating adversarial aggression. His logistical support stretched across multiple countries, including Poland, Croatia, Slovenia, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, and Germany. During his deployment, Stewart held multiple critical command roles in addition to his regular duties, including SHARP Ambassador Program representative, Suicide Prevention Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC), Liaison Officer NCOIC, and Unit Movement Officer NCOIC.

Acting Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Presented the Army Engineer Regiment’s highest award

Patrick Bloodgood — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 23:38:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers bestowed one of its highest awards to the Acting Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works in a ceremony held at its headquarters today.

USACE Recognizes Small Business and Contracting Excellence

Pentagon News — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 18:18:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers recognized excellence in contracting and small business partnerships during an awards ceremony on Nov. 20 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention center in New Orleans, Louisiana.

USACE recognizes workforce in National Awards Ceremony

Pentagon News — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 01:09:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) recognized the accomplishments of many of its outstanding Civilians and Soldiers during a Nov. 13 awards ceremony held at USACE Headquarters in Washington D.C.

U.S. Army Engineers gear up for AUSA

Bill Costlow — Fri, 11 Oct 2024 13:14:00 GMT

U.S. Army Engineers are gearing up to showcase their support to the nation and the warfighter during the Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting, Oct. 14 to 16, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.

Spellmon Departs Army, Leaves Lasting Legacy

Patrick Bloodgood — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 17:37:00 GMT

After 38 years of service, the active-duty Army career of Lt. Gen. Scott Spellmon comes to a close tomorrow as he retires from military service in a ceremony at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall’s Conmy Hall.

Individuals honored for service to the Engineer Regiment at Annual Castle Ball

Patrick Bloodgood — Sat, 10 Aug 2024 14:30:00 GMT

The Army Engineer Association and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers honored seven individuals who have made significant contributions to the Engineer Regiment in a ceremony Friday during the annual Castle Ball in Arlington, Virginia.

Recipients announced for prestigious Army Engineer awards to be presented at annual Castle Ball

Patrick Bloodgood — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 18:04:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will recognize multiple individuals for their contributions to the organization and Engineer Regiment at the annual Engineer Castle Ball on Fri., Aug. 9, 2024.

USACE Construction Management Unveils Innovative Lab at Workshop

By Patrick Bloodgood, USACE HQ — Tue, 28 May 2024 11:50:00 GMT

More than 150 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers professionals experienced innovative technology as the Construction Management Community of Practice unveiled their new lab at a workshop, held at the Kansas City District in early April.

U.S. Army’s premier engineer award presented posthumously to Medal of Honor recipient

Pentagon News — Fri, 17 May 2024 19:00:00 GMT

SAVANNAH. Ga. -- U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Christopher A. Celiz was posthumously presented the Gold Order of the de Fleury Medal, the highest honor in the U.S. Army Engineer Regiment, during a ceremony today in Savannah, Georgia.

The Corps Environment – Spring 2024 edition now available

Pentagon News — Fri, 17 May 2024 14:19:00 GMT

The Spring 2024 edition of The Corps Environment is now available! This edition features diverse initiatives focused on protecting and preserving our environment.

USACE Planning and Policy Chief Receives Coastal Summit Award

Patrick Bloodgood — Fri, 29 Mar 2024 10:54:00 GMT

In a ceremony held at the Hart Senate Office Building, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Director of Planning and Policy, Eric Bush, was presented with the American Shore & Beach Preservation Association’s (ASBPA) Corps of Engineers Coastal Summit Award.

Developmental position to offer growth, new skills for USACE employee

Jessica Haas, Public Affairs Specialist — Mon, 03 May 2021 16:33:00 GMT

Many U.S. Army Corps of Engineers employees are eager to learn new skills and grow in their position. Fortunately, the Memphis District oftentimes offers opportunities for its employees to do just that through what's called developmental assignments and/or positions. A developmental position is a temporary job that differs from their permanent position and is designed to train and develop employees in preparation for further career advancement. These temporary positions normally last about 120 days, but can be shorter or longer depending on the position. Additionally, the job location can either be at the employee’s home station or in a completely different state. While the differences vary from position to position, one thing remains the same, the benefits of working a developmental assignment are endless. Recently, Memphis District Procurement Analyst TiJuana' TJ' Harris was provided the chance to apply for a 120-day developmental assignment at the division level, where she said she would learn even more about the "whys" of USACE contracting.