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AF Week in Photos

This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
50th EARS provide fuel to F-15s/F-16s

https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2473695/af-week-in-photos/ DoD News

Air Force participates in B-21 Beddown Construction Industry Day

By DoD NewsAircraft, Top Stories

The assistant secretary of the Air Force for Installations, Environment, and Energy, the Honorable John W. Henderson, provided keynote remarks at a virtual B-21 Industry Day, Jan. 11. The virtual event, hosted by the Rapid City Military Advisory Coalition, was held to increase industry awareness about potential construction opportunities that will support the beddown of the newest Air Force stealth bomber.
Artist renderings courtesy of Burns & McDonnell.

Artist renderings courtesy of Burns & McDonnell.

https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2468067/air-force-participates-in-b-21-beddown-construction-industry-day/ DoD News

AF Year in Photos

By DoD NewsTop Stories, Week in Photos

This year's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This annual feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
Hang in there: HH-60W enters chamber for defense systems testing

Hang in there: HH-60W enters chamber for defense systems testing

https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2466114/af-year-in-photos/ DoD News

Department of the Air Force increases commander accountability for climate survey results

By DoD NewsDiversity, Top Stories

The Department of the Air Force released a memorandum Dec. 21, highlighting improvements made to address concerns identified in Defense Equal Opportunity Climate Survey reports, a tool for leaders to assess command climate.

https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2463506/department-of-the-air-force-increases-commander-accountability-for-climate-surv/ DoD News

Department of the Air Force directs commanders to review unit emblems, mottos, nicknames, other official symbology

By DoD NewsDiversity, Top Stories

The Department of the Air Force directed commanders to conduct a comprehensive review of official and unofficial unit emblems, morale patches, mottos, nicknames, coins and other forms of unit recognition and identity to ensure an inclusive and professional environment within 60 days from Dec. 23, 2020.

https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2462678/department-of-the-air-force-directs-commanders-to-review-unit-emblems-mottos-ni/ DoD News

AF Week in Photos

By DoD NewsTop Stories, Week in Photos

https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2452553/af-week-in-photos/ DoD News

AFRC plans to stand up new wing at Davis-Monthan AFB

By DoD NewsModernization Air-Space, Top Stories

Creating a local wing structure at Davis-Monthan AFB will provide unity of command and allow for more efficient and effective support of personnel.

https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2451990/afrc-plans-to-stand-up-new-wing-at-davis-monthan-afb/ DoD News

AI Copilot: Air Force achieves first military flight with artificial intelligence

By DoD Newsinnovation, Space/Technology, Top Stories

Signaling a major leap forward for national defense in the digital age, the Air Force flew with artificial intelligence as a working aircrew member onboard a military aircraft for the first time Dec. 15.

Maj. “Vudu”, a U-2 Dragon Lady pilot assigned to the 9th Reconnaissance Wing, prepares to taxi after returning from a training sortie at Beale Air Force, Calif., Dec. 15, 2020. This flight marks a major leap forward for national defense as artificial intelligence took flight aboard a military aircraft for the first time in the history of the Department of Defense. The AI algorithm, developed by Air Combat Command’s U-2 Federal Laboratory, trained the AI to execute specific in-flight tasks that would otherwise be done by the pilot. The flight was part of a specifically constructed scenario pitting the AI against another dynamic computer algorithm in order to prove both the new technology capability, and its ability to work in coordination with a human. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis A. Ruiz-Vazquez)

https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2448376/ai-copilot-air-force-achieves-first-military-flight-with-artificial-intelligence/ DoD News

gatewayONE and attritableONE test moves joint force one step closer to “IoT.mil,” demonstrates F-22, F-35 first secure bi-directional data sharing

By DoD Newsinnovation, Top Stories

This test was the latest demonstration of the transformative warfighting impact of the open architecture underpinning the Advanced Battle Management System.
An XQ-58A Valkyrie low-cost unmanned aerial vehicle launches at the U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground, Ariz., Dec. 9, 2020. The acquisition team – comprised of Air Force Research Laboratory and Air Force Life Cycle Management Center personnel working in conjunction with Eglin Air Force Base, Fla.’s 46th Test Squadron – came together to conduct the historic test.

An XQ-58A Valkyrie low-cost unmanned aerial vehicle launches at the U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground, Ariz., Dec. 9, 2020. The acquisition team – comprised of Air Force Research Laboratory and Air Force Life Cycle Management Center personnel working in conjunction with Eglin Air Force Base, Fla.’s 46th Test Squadron – came together to conduct the historic test.

https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2446122/gatewayone-and-attritableone-test-moves-joint-force-one-step-closer-to-iotmil-d/ DoD News

DAF highlights participation in Disability Action Working Group

By DoD NewsDiversity, Top Stories

The Department of the Air Force Disability Action Working Group helps disabled people by providing an open forum to share concerns and forge better working environments for employees with disabilities.

https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2444544/daf-highlights-participation-in-disability-action-working-group/ DoD News

Active Duty Military Spouse

Marine Corps Active Duty Military Spouse, Danielle Valadez, RN says

Bryan “Gunny” has been so helpful in assisting me as an active duty military spouse with finding a job. He started with giving me some suggestions about how to better my resume. He then taught me how to navigate the NEOVETS website and which links to use to find a job in my career path. Once I applied to a job from the website, he put me in touch with someone who worked for the Cleveland Clinic. I was informed of what to expect and had all my questions answered along the way.

Job seeking can be a long process so while I was waiting to hear back from the Cleveland Clinic, Bryan continued to help me search for work. He would suggest different job opportunities and connect me with leads outside of the NEOVETS network. He gave me different suggestions on how to network and build a LinkedIn profile. Always very professional and quick to respond. I am so thankful to have this resource being a Marine Corps Active Duty Military Spouse who must move and get a new job every few years. You should schedule a call with Gunny McGown by clicking here.

Moving to a new location, especially where no major military presence exists, can cause an added strain to a job search. It’s good to know that there are free resources in Northeast Ohio where military families can get the free help they need! I’m hoping to obtain my Bachelor of Science in Nursing soon to further expand my opportunities, and Gunny will be recommending connections through the NEOVETS College Collaborative with the Cuyahoga Community College.

I highly recommend the services of GunnyRet Consulting for military spouses, or service members looking for work, higher education, or other supportive service referrals!

Danielle Valadez, RN

Cleveland Clinic

October 2019

Marine Corps Military Spouse

Matt Fernandez Navy Linguist Seeking Roles in Finance | Cybersecurity

20191002: Bryan has great suggestions. RezScore, Wordclouds. 👍Also, generally great with time. Super responsive. Suggested and shows Veterans how to access one year of LinkedIn Premium for free! Valuable and useful service. Nothing but good things! Matt Fernandez
(Navy veteran).

Matthew Fernandez

U.S. Navy Veteran

October 2, 2019

Navy Enlisted, Veteran

John Gallagher – HR Manager

I just recently worked with Bryan to place one of his referrals at our business. Bryan is extremely knowledgeable of military and civilian culture and job placement. He takes the extra time necessary to understand your business and the needs of the position and likewise he spends a considerable amount of time with candidates to understand their backgrounds, skills, needs and desires. Matching up military skill sets with civilian jobs is tricky business and you need someone in your corner that understands both. Highly recommended.

John Gallagher

Component Repair Technologies

October, 2018

Employer

Recently Transitioned Marine Corps Veteran – Maintenance Service Operator- Timken

Wonderful service! I was completely lost in my transition period from the military to civilian life. Mr. McGown helped me to feel more at ease with the process and even with all the things I didn’t think of. With his resume template and guidance, I was able to begin getting reasonable job offers from my home of record. I would recommend his service to any veteran who is transitioning to civilian life. He made it a much smoother process and took a lot of the stress and anxiety out of fear of the unknown. I believe I have made life long connections through his service and look forward to more interactions in the future!

Charles Hampton

Timken

October 2018

Marine Corps Enlisted, Veteran

Transition Assistance Manufacturing Department Manager

“Bryan has been a great resource during my transition, he provided a lot of great ideas in different industries and took the time to mentor and coach me throughout the process. You need to connect with him if you are a veteran looking for employment opportunity.”

Schedule your first free call with Gunny McGown by clicking here.

Dongsheng "Andrew" Xie

Component Repair Technologies

July 2018

Army Officer, Veteran

Wingman Gunny McGown

“You don’t need to go through this transition alone. GunnyRet Consulting is there to inspire, coach, provide resources, and assist in developing a strategy to reach your goals. There will be challenges in this journey and to have a wingman like Bryan McGown can make it easier to achieve. Bryan is a true leader in pushing you to expand and evaluate what is working or explore areas to improve on to get the results you desire. He offers a real conversation to build a rapport, listens, understands the frustration, and motivates you to go the extra mile. To get the most out of his services you need to be flexible, take the initiative to follow his advice, and determination to follow-through. I am thankful for fellow servicemen like Bryan and he had my back when I needed it. I highly recommend his services as we all need a wingman!”

This quote reminds me of Bryan:

“The wingman is absolutely indispensable. I look after the wingman. The wingman looks after me. It’s another set of eyes protecting you. That the defensive part. Offensively, it gives you a lot more firepower. We work together. We fight together. The wingman knows what his responsibilities are, and knows what mine are. Wars are not won by individuals. They’re won by teams.”

Quote from Lt. Col. Francis S. “Gabby” Gabreski, USAF

If you haven’t already, you should schedule your first FREE coaching call here.

Lynette Thomas

SF Admin Consulting, LLC.

June 2018

Air Force Enlisted, Veteran

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