General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) has received a task order from the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWCCD) of the Cadrock Division (NSWCCD) to conduct a manufacturing evaluation of several new thruster bearing concept designs for U.S. Navy submarines. NSWCCD manages the development, design, testing and delivery of submarine propulsion and components. GA-EMS has experience designing and manufacturing large and complex systems, including electromagnetic aircraft launch and recovery systems for Ford-class aircraft carriers.