Materials Sciences & Engineering Test

The Materials Sciences and Engineering Test Branch provides testing expertise in support of the Navy’s Strategic Systems Programs and other DoD conventional and nuclear weapon systems in the areas of Chemistry Analysis , Materials Analyses, Environmental Simulation, Ordnance Testing, RF and Electrical Testing, NDT Testing. Test and analytical services include: chemistry testing of ordnance materials and Cal EPA hazardous waste identification, physical properties testing of material, failure analysis investigations, vibration, temperature and humidity testing (MIL-STD 810-E), functional testing of electro-explosives (one of a kind test apparatus), RF testing (anechoic chamber 400mhz to 9 ghz, and certified for EMI testing), and ATE electrical testing of component (and bench testing). Sponsors include Strategic Systems Programs, Defense Construction Supply Center, Columbus, OH , Marine Corps, Army, NAVSEA, and NAVAIR.