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Aug. 12, 2021
AFRL electro-optics team honored by U.S., UK Defense departments

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio (AFRL) – A team of electro-optical scientists and engineers in the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Sensors and Materials & Manufacturing directorates and the 711th Human Performance Wing were recently recognized by the U.S. and UK governments with a 2021 U.S. -
Aug. 12, 2021
Finance airman achieves citizenship, sets sights on future goals

An Airman from the 66th Comptroller Squadron here has set out to achieve her goals: one new English word, one piece of American history or one Air Force doctrine at a time.
Aug. 11, 2021
CMSAF visits AFIMSC, recognizes Airmen

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass visited the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center headquarters Aug. 10, meeting with leaders and discussing Airmen and family quality of life programs the center executes across the Air Force enterprise.
Aug. 9, 2021
Cargo aircraft supply chain keeps Air Force mission flying

Keeping the military’s largest transport aircraft stocked with necessary parts is a mission the 409th Supply Chain Management Squadron C-5 Flight at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, doesn’t take lightly. The flight, part of the 638th Supply Chain Management Group, provides supply chain management
Aug. 9, 2021
402nd EMXG: Making sure radomes provide clear site

Providing combat-ready avionics parts and services to our warfighting forces is part of the 402nd Electronics Maintenances Group mission. For one of their squadrons, this means helping aircraft see more clearly.
Aug. 5, 2021
AFRL quantum expert makes groundbreaking advances coinciding with his retirement

KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. (AFRL) – “The first country to harness the power of quantum networking will achieve technological supremacy,” said Dr. Mark Gruneisen, Air Force Research Laboratory senior research physicist and quantum expert. Gruneisen is the Principle Investigator for Quantum
July 29, 2021
Summer training program exposes students to career opportunities

AFNWC's Missile Sustainment Division is sustaining the future of the division’s team through its 2021 ALCM Summer Training Program for students.
July 27, 2021
New Federal Wage System Mentorship Program accepting applicants

Applications are now being accepted for a new Air Force Sustainment Center mentorship program designed specifically for Federal Wage System employees to develop leadership skills, foster high levels of engagement and sharpen their career vision. Both potential mentors and mentees can apply.
July 26, 2021
AFRL engineer, University of Pennsylvania researcher to discuss autonomous experimentation systems and their ability to ignite the future of materials science

An Air Force Research Laboratory research engineer has coauthored a review of autonomous research systems and their role in advancing future developments in materials science.
July 22, 2021
SkillBridge sets military members up for future success

Airmen preparing to separate from active duty service can take steps toward their next career using the Department of Defense SkillBridge Program.
July 21, 2021
Hanscom team members recognized for excellence in acquisition and leadership

The Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics, along with Air Force Materiel Command, recognized multiple Hanscom team members with 2020 Acquisition Excellence and Leadership Awards.
July 20, 2021
Wage Grade Career Path Resource Site Q and A

Experts from Air Force Sustainment Center Civilian Personnel Office answer the discuss the common questions about the Wage Grade Career Path Resource Site
July 20, 2021
Air Force employee wins volunteer award and looks toward retirement

Longtime Air Force civilian wins National Service Award and approaches retirement with a desire to do even more for her community.
July 12, 2021
AFMC helping today’s PCIP interns become the Air Force of tomorrow

The Air Force Premier College Internship Program is dedicated to helping college and graduate students find their passion within the Air Force Civilian Service. Air Force Materiel Command employs 350 of the PCIP interns throughout the command.
July 9, 2021
USAFA Cadet Summer Program returns to Tyndall AFB

TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. -- After a year-long hiatus due to COVID-19, the U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Summer Program recently returned to the Air Force Civil Engineer Center’s Readiness Laboratory here. The month-long annual research program that began in 2008 is an opportunity for second and

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