DRAPPER 43

A PINNACLE NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE EVENT

ACCESS TO THE NAVAL ACADEMY

Please plan to bring a Department of Defense (DoD) identification, Common Access Card (CAC) and a second form of identification. Your name must be on the access list in order to attend Draper 43.


Parking at USNA is very limited. Parking is available at Navy Marine Memorial Stadium for a nominal fee and there will be shuttles available beginning at 0915 between the Stadium and Hopper Hall. Pickup location will be in front of the Blue Angel jet on the Southern side of the stadium.


Please contact Sophie Hill Sophie.s.hill.civ@socom.mil if you are unable to attend the session on the morning of 08 October but would like to attend another session on 08/09 October.


SESSION 1

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE LEADERS and INTERAGENCY PARTNERS

Hosted by

Naval Special Warfare Center

Date

08 Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Time of event

1000 - 1300: Department of Defense Leaders

1400 - 1600: Interagency Partners

Event check-in location

Hopper Hall

United States Naval Academy

597 McNair Road, MD 21402

Event parking

Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium

550 Taylor Ave, Annapolis, MD 21401

Maps

Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium Parking

Hopper Hall Reserved Parking

Hopper Hall Shuttle Drop-off

United States Naval Academy Map

SESSION 2

CONGRESSIONAL MEMBERS and STAFFERS

Hosted by

Naval Special Warfare Center

Date

09 Thursday, October 9, 2025

Time of event

1000 - 1300: Congressional Members and Staffers

1400 - 1600: International Partners

Event check-in location

Hopper Hall

United States Naval Academy

597 McNair Road, MD 21402

Event parking

Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium

550 Taylor Ave, Annapolis, MD 21401

Maps

Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium Parking

Hopper Hall Reserved Parking

Hopper Hall Shuttle Drop-off

United States Naval Academy Map


NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE GROUP EIGHT

Are you up to the challenge of being part of a high-performing team at the Tip of the Spear in a complex, fragile and uncertain strategic environment?

Do you have the character, self-discipline and leadership skills to be a member of the Naval Special Warfare community?

If so, Naval Special Warfare Group EIGHT is seeking applications from eligible Sailors in their 15-24 month from PRD window in the following communities:

• Aviation Rates
• Seabees (E-7)
• Medical
• Information Warfare
• Admin
• Supply
• Security
• Engineering
• Surface Combat Systems
• Special Operations
• Special Warfare

Qualifications for this opportunity include:

• Must be 15-24 months from PRD
• Be in an eligible rate
• Pay grades E-5 and above, with at least one completed sea tour (frocked included)
• Agree to OBLISERV 48 months
• Most recent fitness assessment is a “Good Low” score, or better—no failures over past 3 years
• Must be U.S. citizen and have valid driver’s license
• Must possess Secret clearance and eligible to obtain/ maintain Top Secret clearance
• No alcohol, non-judicial punishment or civil convictions within last 36 months of application
• Must qualify and maintain Government Travel Card
• All aviation ratings must submit a copy of their NAMI UAS Group 1-5 designation letter
• Other requirements per MILPERSMAN 1306-986

If you are ready to sign up, you will need to email nswg8ram@socom.mil to initiate the process. A completed package includes, but may not be limited to:

• NSWG-8 Application/Questionnaire
• Medical/Dental Release Form
• Medical Screening Questionnaire
• Performance Evaluations, Awards, Schools (last 3 years)
• PRIMS reports (last 3 years)
• PFA/PRT Results (last 3 years)
• 1306/92 and 1306/7
• Current Security Clearance w/date Autobiographical Narrative
• Autobiographical Narrative
• Online Psychology Assessment and Interview
• Page 13 for NSWG8 Statement of Understanding

The entire Screening Process can take 60 to 90 days, so act quickly if you are interested in some of the following benefits. These positions go fast!

• High End Specialized Training
• Some rates receive Special Duty Pay
• Competitive for Selection Boards
• Direct Mission Impact
• Job Satisfaction
• Career Enhancement
• Family Support
• Follow on NSW Assignments

For additional information or to ask questions, contact the NSWG-8 RAM Directorate NSWG-8 East: (757) 763-4454 | NSWG-8 West: (619) 537-4041 or email NIPR: nswg8ram@socom.mil.

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