Naval Sea Systems Command, an official U.S. Department of Defense organization, oversees the maintenance, repair, and modernization of Navy ships and submarines at Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Portsmouth, VA. Their mission is to keep the Navy's fleet Fit to Fight by providing logistical support, conducting maintenance, and ensuring the readiness of naval vessels.
Naval Sea Systems Command collaborates with industry partners and procures new ships like the John Lewis Class Fleet Replenishment Oilers while also maintaining existing vessels such as the USS North Carolina. The organization conducts events to recognize excellence within its ranks and plays a crucial role in supporting the operational readiness of the U.S. Navy's fleet.