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DynCorp International Inc.’s Parent Reports Results for First Quarter 2012

May 15, 2012 at 1:59 pm

DynCorp International parent, Delta Tucker Holdings, Inc., reported first quarter operational results with revenue of $1,047.1 million, an increase of 18.4% over first quarter 2011.  Net income attributable to Holdings was $5.6 million for the quarter, representing a 13.6% increase from the reported $4.9 million in net income attributable to Holdings in first quarter 2011.

“This quarter the team successfully expanded into new, exciting adjacencies,” said Steve Gaffney, chairman and chief executive officer, DynCorp International. “We are honored to be supporting a new customer in NASA and working in new markets, such as Egypt. With seven straight quarters of revenue growth, we are confident in the team’s ability to secure a strong, stable future.” Read more →

DI Supports Local Military Kids with “Operation Back to School”

May 10, 2012 at 2:08 pm

As part of its on-going relationship with the USO of Metropolitan Washington, DynCorp International is participating in the USO’s “Operation Back to School” school supply drive. This program provides backpacks complete with school supplies to approximately 3,000 local military children in kindergarten through 5th grade.

Collecting Donations

The first phase of “Operation Back to School” involves donating the needed supplies throughout the month of May at DI offices in Falls Church, Va. and Alexandria, Va. Among the most-needed donations are markers, crayons, composition notebooks, pencil holders, scissors, glue sticks and pencil sharpeners.

In addition to donating supplies, DI is a corporate sponsor of the program, and DI team members will volunteer to help stuff and distribute the backpacks that will be distributed to students at the Fort Belvoir USO Center and the Fort Meade USO Center on Saturday, August 4, 2012. Read more →

DynCorp International Proudly Supports Benefit for Camp C.O.P.E.

May 8, 2012 at 3:50 pm

In its on-going support of charities that assist military personnel and their families, DynCorp International is proudly sponsoring the 2012 Taste of the South event, which benefits Camp C.O.P.E., a Texas-based non-profit that helps military children handle the challenges involved in the deployment of a family-member.

Helping Children Cope

Standing for Courage, Optimism, Patience, and Encouragement, Camp C.O.P.E.’s programs help children of active military to better cope with the difficulties of deployments, including injury or death of a family member.

Founded in 2004, the mission of Camp C.O.P.E. includes providing age-appropriate therapeutic interventions where children can interact with small groups of peers who are dealing with or have dealt with similar issues related to military service of a family member. These interventions also provide information for parents on how to continue to help their children when they return home from camp. Read more →

DynCorp International Intelligence Training & Solutions Team Members Support Local Community

May 3, 2012 at 2:36 pm

DynCorp International Intelligence Training & Solutions team members working at the National Media Exploitation Center (NMEC) office, recently volunteered their time at the Habitat for Humanity Center in Chantilly, Va.

Ronald Joy, training officer, C.J. Torres, report writer, and Rory Williams, analyst, spent their free time working at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore, which accepts donations of new and gently-used building materials and household goods, then sells those items to the public at a fraction of the retail price. Proceeds from the Habitat for Humanity ReStore directly benefit the Habitat’s mission “to build homes, communities, and hope.”

In addition to raising funds for Habitat for Humanity’s mission, ReStores provide an environmentally- and socially-responsible way to keep good, reusable materials out of landfills.

In the 25 years that Habitat ReStores have been operating, countless tons have been diverted from the waste stream. Read more →

DynCorp International Chairman and CEO Steve Gaffney Joins Board of Directors at USO of Metropolitan Washington

May 1, 2012 at 3:23 pm

DynCorp International chairman and CEO, Steve Gaffney, joins the USO of Metropolitan Washington Board of Directors as its newest board member.

“We’re so honored to have Steve Gaffney of DynCorp International as a member of our board of directors,” said Elaine Rogers, President and CEO of USO of Metropolitan Washington. “His knowledge and commitment to our troops is apparent by his many years of work within the military community.  He will bring much to the table and we’re looking forward to having him as a member of our dedicated team.”

Board members play a critical role in enabling USO-Metro to continue providing vital programs and expeditionary services free of charge to more than 500,000 military in the Northern Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C. region all in an effort to enhance quality of life and to support the resilience of military members and their families. Read more →

DynCorp International Named Top “Best for Vets” Employer

April 26, 2012 at 10:55 am

best for vets dyncorp intlDynCorp International has been named one of the leading veteran-friendly employers on Military Times EDGE magazine’s 2012 list of “Best for Vets” employers.

“Our workforce is now more than sixty-five percent veterans,” said Steve Gaffney, chairman and chief executive officer of DynCorp International. “We value the experience former servicemen and women bring to DI and it enables us to better deliver support solutions to our customers.”

“Our list recognizes companies that go above and beyond the call of duty for their military and veteran employees with policies that help vets with everything from recruiting to reserve duty, as measured by a lengthy list of policies we asked about in our survey. DynCorp International was one of 40 that proved it supports America’s veterans not only in word, but in deed,” said Cid Standifer, database editor, Military Times EDGE magazine.

Military Times EDGE surveyed more than 1,000 major companies and top government contractors about recruiting and hiring policies, social recognition for veterans and pay and benefits for reservists. Companies selected to the top employers list were selected based on recruiting efforts, reserve policies and corporate culture. Read more →

DynCorp International Supports the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS)

April 24, 2012 at 1:35 pm

In continuing support for the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), DynCorp International this year donated $100,000 as part of TAPS’ annual fundraiser. TAPS provides support to military and contractor families who have lost a loved one, and it is particularly special to DI because it has helped the families of DI personnel who have lost their lives while on mission. DynCorp International chairman and CEO, Steve Gaffney, also serves as co-chair on the TAPS Leadership Committee.

Programs for Survivors

Proceeds from the 2012 Honor Guard Gala and other TAPS fundraisers benefit TAPS’ grief support programs for survivors. TAPS’ family of survivors, peer mentors, advisors and friends provide programs such as: Read more →

DynCorp International Raises More than $10,800 for 2012 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure

April 19, 2012 at 3:02 pm

DynCorp International employees in Virginia and Texas raised more than $10,800 to support the DI team, “Heart and Sole” in Fort Worth, Texas, which will be participating in the 2012 Greater Fort Worth Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. The race will be held April 14 at the Ridgmar Mall.

“This is such a tremendous team effort. We will be gathering before the race to design a theme and gather decorations to show our spirit – DI is a true supporter of this cause and we have the largest team we’ve ever had participate,” said Jessica Davis, proposal analyst at DynCorp International and Heart and Sole team captain.

2012 Greater Fort Worth Race for the Cure

For 2012, the Susan G. Komen Foundation hopes to raise $500,000 at the Greater Fort Worth Race for the Cure. Heart and Sole currently joins 87 other teams in the area in this effort. Read more →

DynCorp International Supports Wounded Warfighter Sports

April 17, 2012 at 3:48 pm

DynCorp International supports our nation’s veterans and this year has donated $15,000 to benefit servicemen and women who were severely wounded in Iraq or Afghanistan as part of the annual Honoring America’s Wounded Warriors fundraiser for Disabled Sports USA.

Disabled Sports USA

Founded in 1967 by disabled Vietnam veterans, Disabled Sports USA (DSUSA) provides opportunities for individuals with disabilities to rebuild their lives through sports, recreation and educational programs. DSUSA is a national multi-sport, multi-disability organization serving more than 60,000 youth and adults annually. A member of the U.S. Olympic Committee, DSUSA offers programs through its nationwide network of more than 100 community-based chapters operating in 38 states.

Wounded Warfighter Sports is a program of Disabled Sports USA. Since 2003, more than 5,000 severely wounded warriors and family members have been served through more than 500 events in more than 30 different sports.  In 2011 alone, Wounded Warrior Sports helped more than 1,100 wounded warriors. Read more →

DynCorp International: The Perfect Fit for Returning Veterans

April 12, 2012 at 9:42 am

Wounded in Iraq, Clinton Barkley returned home wondering, “Now what?” He found the ideal next step, and a warm welcome, at DynCorp International.

Barkley represents the thousands of men and women who, having served their country in Iraq or Afghanistan, return home wondering how they will fit in and where they will find meaningful work – not just a job, a purpose.

Service as a Marine

Barkley knew from childhood that he wanted to join the U.S. Marine Corps and he joined immediately after graduating from high school. He was drawn to the travel and adventure and of course, to serve his country. Read more →

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