TOBYHANNA ARMY DEPOT, Pa. — Senior leaders from Tobyhanna Army Depot’s (TYAD's) higher headquarters witnessed firsthand the critical capabilities being championed by a dynamic civilian workforce during a visit today, March 31.
Army Materiel Command (AMC) Commanding General Lt. Gen. Christopher O. Mohan and U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Command (CECOM) Commanding General Maj. Gen. James D. Turinetti IV visited TYAD for a command update. Mohan assumed duties as the Commanding General of AMC in November 2025. In this role, he leads one of the Army’s largest commands, impacting all 50 states and more than 130 countries.
Also present were representatives from CECOM major subordinate commands (MSCs) such as Army Medical Logistics Command, Army Software & Integration Center, the Integrated Logistics Support Center, the U.S. Army Information Systems Engineering Center, and CECOM staff offices.
After a comprehensive briefing, TYAD Commander Col. Benjamin L. Kilgore led a wide-ranging tour of the depot’s modernized facilities and ever-growing mission – highlighting myriad ways the depot collaborates with fellow MSCs to support evolving requirements for the joint warfighter. By working in tandem with experts across the command, Tobyhanna continues to posture itself as the leading readiness provider within the Department of War.
The tour took Mohan through Tobyhanna’s sprawling campus, where a $38M military family housing project is underway. When complete, a total of 35 modern and accessible homes will be available for military families living in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
In addition, Mohan and Turinetti received an update on Tobyhanna’s planned modernization projects across its expansive radar testing campus, which will grow in both capacity and capability. The project will enhance the depot’s ability to support emerging radar demands across the joint force. Another highlight of the tour was Tobyhanna’s advanced manufacturing capabilities. These initiatives directly align with the Army Transformation Initiative by providing a ready, modern, and prepared force with the tools they need to succeed on the battlefield of the future more efficiently and effectively.
In closing remarks, Mohan emphasized the importance of the depot and its impact across the organic industrial base.
“I talk about Toby as our most modernized depot,” he said. “You are really good at what you do. The future is bright for Tobyhanna Army Depot.”
During the visit, Mohan also presided over an awards ceremony, where he recognized excellent performance across CECOM. He presented a challenge coin to Tobyhanna’s own Robert Yearing from the Installation Services directorate. Yearing was celebrated for his exceptional technical skills and commitment to resolving emergency installation repairs.
“Robert's efforts have directly sustained the Tobyhanna mission. His recent, repair of the depot's breathing air compressors was critical in allowing essential blasting and painting operations to proceed without delay. Furthermore, in the wake of a severe winter cold snap, he is leading the charge in repairing mission-critical systems across the installation. Robert Yearing's proactive problem-solving and dedication to his craft are a testament to his character,” wrote Public Works Division Chief James Wisnewski in his nomination for the accolade.
Depot Commander Col. Benjamin L. Kilgore celebrated the visit, noting the importance of engagements with senior Army leaders.
"The visit from CECOM and AMC leadership today highlights the incredible synergy within our organic industrial base. It was a privilege to showcase the boundless capabilities of our team, whose expertise ensures our warfighters remain the most technologically advanced force in the world. Working hand-in-hand with our higher headquarters, we ensure that when the nation calls, Tobyhanna is always ready to deliver.”
Collaboration across the Army ensures the success of TYAD’s long-range strategic plan, TOBY2035. The plan, which has four focus areas — Investing in Our People, C5ISR Readiness, Shape the Future and Strategic Communications — aims to posture the depot to meet the future needs of the joint warfighter on a multidomain battlefield.
Tobyhanna Army Depot is designated as the Center of Industrial and Technical Excellence for Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance, electronics, avionics, and missile guidance and control. TYAD provides cradle-to-grave lifecycle support through depot-level repair, systems integration, software and cyber engineering, and field support. A key enabler of operational readiness for Joint and Allied Forces globally, Tobyhanna leverages new and emerging technologies to further expand the Department of War’s organic capabilities for microelectronics, secure communications infrastructure, uncrewed aircraft systems, Joint All-Domain Command and Control, Integrated Air and Missile Defense, and the Army’s Next Generation Combat Systems. Tobyhanna’s ability to rapidly surge production, deploy field support teams, and scale for contingency or theater-level operations makes it a vital contributor to strategic readiness and operational reach.
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