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This past summer I had the amazing opportunity to be a Premier College Intern at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. I was in the Engineering Home Office, AFLCMC/EZFC in the Crew Systems and Human Systems Integration Branch. There are different sections, the Air Transport Test Loading Activity (ATTLA), Human Systems Integration (HSI), and Egress Personnel Protection and Survivability (EPPS). There also is a Modeling and Simulation team. My big project for the summer was a practice airdrop. It was a Low Velocity Airdrop (LVAD) and was a Rapid Rigging Derigging Airdrop System (RRDAS). I had to ask many questions as I had never had any experience with this type of problem. I was also able to shadow the Tanker Recap and Next Generation Aerial Refueling Systems. This was my favorite part of the experience. This is for the Tankers that are in our current fleet and the future as well. There were films of old rocket sled testing and data. I sorted through the films and made sure they were digitized and the plan is to put them into a database, they will be accessible for DoD civilians to search as we still use many of these escape systems. This will save money from having to run tests that can be costly.? I conducted an interview with a Senior Engineer to gain insight on his career and what to plan for my future career. I gave a presentation on this and my key takeaways I learned from the valuable insight. I had the opportunity to go on lab tours every week seeing what else is being worked on in the Department of Air Force. They were a great insight to seeing testing and how each different system can come together to make our aircraft fly. Communicating effectively was an essential skill this summer as I was always in group scenarios. I was able to learn how to conduct meetings and prepare for briefings.? I was able to attend the PCIP Symposium at Tinker AFB, Oklahoma. The symposium was for our future careers in the Air Force.? I was able to go on base and see how the Air Force is trying to sustain aircraft in our fleet like the KC-135 and the B-52, doing everything in house as there are no more original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts. To finish my summer, I gave a presentation with my fellow PCIP intern Ashlyn Vongsy on everything we each did. My big takeaway is how complex humans are, integrating them into aircraft and how many different systems there are on our aircraft. I am really thankful for the opportunity. I want to thank everyone who helped and mentored me this past summer. I can’t wait to return as a PAQ upon my graduation in the Spring.?? Also here is me in front of a KC-46! #udaytoncoopintern University of Dayton School of Engineering

AIRTEC attended The Patuxent Partnership (TPP) Defense Summit this week. It was another great local opportunity to support the important mission of TPP and engage with leaders in government and partners in the defense contracting industry. We often forget in the day-to-day grind and hustle why we do what we do but this was a great reminder of the big picture and the imminent threats that could be around the corner and why we must continue to work together and work through contracting, procurement, logistics, and budget challenges to be ready to protect the freedom we all enjoy. TPP is a non-profit member organization that works with government, industry, and academia to advance education through STEM-based initiatives, advance technology through events, and advance science and technology through the exchange of ideas, information, and data. TPP is a vital component of fostering workforce development. AIRTEC has been a member since 2019 and participates in their Southern Maryland 2030 Workforce Development Program which provides paid internship and apprenticeship opportunities in the area. This collaborative effort is with the Naval Air Warfare Center Aviation Division (NAWCAD), the Southern Maryland Navy Alliance, and many educational partners including local colleges and schools, as well as industry. We look forward to having talented students from this internship program join us in Summer 2024! Located in the AeroPark Innovation District at the St. Mary's Airport, a few miles from the Patuxent River Naval Air Station, AIRTEC has been supporting the critical missions of customers for more than 30 years. We look forward to continuing to support TPP as an important organization that helps promote collaboration, learning, and networking to help grow the economy in the community and worldwide! #ThePatuxentPartnershipDefenseSummit #NavyLeadership #EconomicGrowth #AIRTEC #SouthernMaryland #AviationLeader #AirborneSolutions #CommunityBusinessConnections #GlobalMission

The NSRI #strategicdeterrence interns focused on research for joint electromagnetic spectrum operations (JEMSO) recently presented to Lockheed Martin leaders. Gael Perez, an electrical engineering major at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, said he and his peers considered the experience a "pivotal moment" in their professional development. Their research aims to create technology that will significantly reduce or eliminate unwanted radio frequency (RF) signals within a defined spectrum. Considering how crowded the RF environment is becoming with wireless communications, doing this will better improve both the clarity and reliability of priority DOD signals. The interns' presentation was a culmination of weeks of preparation, and the feedback from Lockheed Martin was constructive and encouraging, highlighting strengths and areas for improvement. It emphasized the importance of continuous improvement and storytelling in presentations?and motivated the interns to enhance their skills further, incorporating feedback into practice sessions, focusing on audience engagement, and seeking?guidance to ensure impactful presentations. "Beyond developing our professional skills, this experience underscored the value of collaboration and teamwork," Gael said. "By pooling our diverse expertise and perspectives, we were able to craft a presentation and a well-detailed conference paper that was greater than the sum of its parts. "Working at NSRI has been an incredible journey, particularly in presenting complex briefings to industry leaders with the guidance of our coordinator, Chris Luther. His expertise has been instrumental in refining our presentations to meet high standards." --- More details about this summer's NSRI interns ? https://lnkd.in/g88vwTfe. ?? NSRI interns with Maj. Gen., USAF (Ret.) Rick Evans (head of table), NSRI executive director, at NSRI headquarters, Omaha, Nebraska. --- #JEMSO #nationalsecurity #deterrence #electromagneticspectrum #military #militaryleadership #internship #Omaha #Nebraska #UNL #UNLresearch

These are the manufacturing stories you should know about today, 01 February, all rolled up into one easy to digest article ?? - UK manufacturing contracts as Red Sea crisis hits supply chains and contributes to rising costs, according to S&P Global UK Manufacturing PMI report. - Babcock International Group to supply South Korean Navy with submarine weapons system - Growth in small businesses slows by 40 per cent during difficult decade, Enterprise Research Centre (UK) - Honeywell to drive efficiency through robotics collaboration - New CEO appointed at Sheffield Forgemasters - The Big Bang Fair returns to inspire the next generation into STEM careers - EngineeringUK - JCB apprentices step into national spotlight - BAE Systems' enhanced M-Code Global Navigation Satellite System technology reaches major development milestone - 2023 was a record-breaking year for Aircraft orders, says ADS Group Ltd - Airbus partner with other companies to pave the way for hydrogen aviation in Sweden and Norway Read more here: https://hubs.la/Q02jswyN0 #ukmfg #ukmanufacturing #shoutaboutukmfg #supportukmfg

?? Exciting Times Ahead! ?? Reflecting on my 24-year journey in the Air Force, I’m filled with gratitude for the opportunities it provided. Enlisting in 2000, the Air Force allowed me to find stability while exploring various roles, which was crucial for someone who had 12 jobs before enlisting! The military helped me discover my strengths and passions. Education has been another incredible benefit. Through on-the-job training and Tuition Assistance, I earned 2 Associate’s degrees, a Bachelor’s degree, and 2 Master’s degrees, mostly without cost. Now, as I prepare to retire from active duty, I’m thrilled to announce my next step: a SkillBridge internship with an aerospace and defense company. This four-month experience will allow me to transition smoothly into the private sector, giving the company a chance to see if I’m a good fit. Why I believe I’ll succeed: 1?? Teamwork: Military units thrive on teamwork, and I’m confident these principles will apply in any work environment. 2?? Adaptability: The Air Force taught me to be flexible and thrive in diverse assignments. 3?? Continuous Learning: My extensive education journey taught me how to learn and adapt to new challenges. Yes, it’s a bit nerve-wracking to step away from the security of military service, but I know my experiences have prepared me for this moment. I’m ready to continue being a great teammate, adapting to new environments, and learning every step of the way. Here’s to new beginnings! ?? #CareerTransition #MilitaryToCivilian #SkillBridge #Aerospace #Defense #Teamwork #Adaptability #ContinuousLearning

The value to our economy and to highly skilled apprenticeship opportunities are a key point that remains important for the future

The sky’s the limit for our Ventura County students as they got to experience Aviation Career Day last week, where they learned of different aviation opportunities! Read about all the fun in this article from The Acorn: https://bit.ly/4dZiBVT

Such a priceless experience, highly recommended for any young person demonstrating an interest in aviation.

Sometimes we are fortunate enough to be able to look back on a momentous career event that happened 40 years ago (you really do need to be over 40 for this to happen and I hope you get there) Last Thursday, I was very fortunate to be able to reflect on such an event with 19 other ex-apprentices who shared that experience The last time we were all on that parade ground together was 11 April 1984, as we graduated from our 3-year RAF Halton apprenticeship as Aircraft Engineering Technicians (Airframes and Propulsion) An interesting and informative tour of Halton House took us back to Trenchard's vision and realisation of apprentices on the hill, and visits to Kermode Hall and the Trenchard Museum reminded us of the technical education and training we received (including meeting one of our instructors who is now a volunteer in the museum) The camaraderie and esprit de corps were instantaneous on being reunited and the humorous banter of events then and since had us laughing late into the night Of course, we remembered absent friends who were not so fortunate to have the opportunity to reflect with us What was absolutely clear, as we rekindled friendship and caught up on the intervening period, was that we had not been recruited as a 'type' nor converted into 'clones' yet we all shared very similar views on the 'ex-Brat' product Even though we had served differing times in different postings, and had gone on to have a widely varied range of subsequent careers and life experiences, there was the common theme of a foundation in integrity, accountability, technical competence, confidence, curiosity, quality focus and systems thinking that enabled us to achieve, both in and out of the Royal Air Force (RAF) There are no apprentices on the hill anymore and not everyone understands what has been lost ....... Rose-tinted spectacles? Probably A little pride? Definitely However, for what it is worth from an "old f4rt" who went through it, the RAF Halton Apprenticeship was a start to an engineering career that could not be replicated and has not been replaced intraresilience Limited - making #competence central to #leadership #quality and #customerservice

Do you know what the most in demand #skilledtrades are in #SanDiego? Join us at San Diego Military Summit ’24 on August 8 at National University as we discuss how those #transitioning out of the #military can align their skills with these opportunities. This panel will cover: -?Benefits of pursuing a #career in skilled trades - In-demand skilled trades in San Diego and the broader region -?Steps servicemembers can take to transition into a skilled trade, including necessary #training, #certifications, or #apprenticeships -?How servicemembers can leverage their military training and experience to succeed in skilled trades - Resources available to support veterans entering skilled trades Our panel of experts include: -?Kevin Johnson, Electrical Training Institute of San Diego and Imperial Counties - Lorenzo Miles, Sheet Metal Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee of San Diego - National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) - San Diego In addition you will have the opportunity to sit in on our keynotes for the day from Medal of Honor Recipient Dakota Meyer, Lt. General Ronald Bailey with the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA), and BGen (Ret) Ivan Denton. San Diego Military Summit '24 is presented by Cushman & Wakefield, Gary Sinise Foundation, and Lowe's Companies, Inc.. Register on the website - the first 200 members of the military and their families receive complimentary tickets courtesy of Cushman & Wakefield and Lowe's Companies, Inc. #sdmilitarysummit #sandiego #military #veterans #event #free #militarytransition