200719-N-UE100-0063 MUTSU BAY (July 19, 2020) Mineman 3rd Class Jacob Scott operates the vehicle handling system to lower the mine neutralization vehicle into the water for mine hunting practice aboard the mine countermeasures ship USS Pioneer (MCM 9). Pioneer, part of Mine Countermeasures Squadron 7, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response platform for contingency operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Caleb Strong/Released)