NEWS: Four years in the making, the United States Air Force Test Pilot School and University of Iowa's Operator Performance Laboratory execute first deployment to execute #autonomy testing. The projects provided new research #data to students and instructors. #AFMC Learn More- https://lnkd.in/gzgMgSgA
412th Test Wing, Edwards Air Force Base
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Edwards, CA 9,410 followers
"The center of the aerospace testing universe"
About us
The 412th Test Wing plans, conducts, analyzes, and reports on all flight and ground testing of aircraft, weapons systems, software and components as well as modeling and simulation for the U.S. Air Force. The Wing also oversees the base’s day-to-day operations and provides support for military, federal civilian, and contract personnel assigned to Edwards Air Force Base.
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http://www.edwards.af.mil
External link for 412th Test Wing, Edwards Air Force Base
- Industry
- Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
- Company size
- 5,001-10,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Edwards, CA
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1933
- Specialties
- Developmental test and evaluation of aircraft and weapon systems
Locations
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Primary
305 E Popson Ave
Edwards, CA 93524, US
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2503 E Ave P
Palmdale, CA 93550, US
Employees at 412th Test Wing, Edwards Air Force Base
Updates
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SPOTTED: Our own 412th Test Wing commander, Col. Douglas Wickert, takes a spin in the United States Air Force Test Pilot School X-62A VISTA during recent #autonomy and machine learning tests over the Mojave desert. The newest live agents continue to pave the way forward for the future of #USAF air dominance. On the ground, the Wing is working to introduce #AI into the flight test planning process, a key method to execute the #AFMC digital materiel management goal.. TODAY. Stay tuned!
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NEWS: The United States Air Force Test Pilot School at Edwards has formally taken delivery of 3 A-29 Super Tucano aircraft! The new #USAF fleet additions will return a dedicated spin capability platform to instruction, while the advanced radar and wing pylons will allow them to contribute to multi-domain research. #AFMC Air Force Test Center | Air Force Materiel Command | Learn More- https://lnkd.in/gqdc2EKK
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🔝NEWS: October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month ➕ Joint EOD Teams Converge for Field Training Exercise "Obsidian Dragon" ⚠️NOTICES: South Gate and Visitor Control Center closures, Oct. 11-14 ➕ Don't risk it all, give AADD a call ➕ Package Drop Off ➕ DoD SMART scholarships applications are open (Aug. 1 - Dec. 6) 👏OUR PEOPLE: Why I serve by Master Sgt. Marie Ganache 🗓️EVENTS: Fire Prevention Team visit to classes grades 3-6, Power Apps ‘Short’ class (Oct. 8) ➕ Sparky visits + Vehicle extrication demo, National Hispanic Heritage Month: STORY TIME (Oct. 9) ➕ Chiefs' Steak Sale, Fire Prevention parade and vehicles display, 3rd Quarter Load Competition (Oct. 10) ➕ Norwegian Foot March, MEMORIAL SERVICE: Ms. Charmane Lars (Oct. 15) ➕ 2024 Air Force and Space Forces Ball (Oct. 19) AFMC mentoring event highlighting National Disability Employment Awareness Month (Oct. 22) 📶 and much more!
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Recruiting with a purpose! Over 700 civilian jobs were filled in FY24 at Edwards, with over 140 of those being within #engineering. Despite this growth, the Wing is anticipated to need over 1500 more civilian #Airmen in the coming 36 months to maintain pace with our program portfolios in flight test. The era of Global Power Competiton needs YOU. This past weekend, our 412th Maintenance Group showcased a variety of job paths at the Pacific Air Show. This included a special car-alarm setting flyby with our B-1B from the 419th FLTS. #AFMC We live for "firsts", join us on the adventure- https://lnkd.in/g7JunQrC
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Maintainer Appreciation: Shoutout to the incredible team at the 912th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron of the 412th Maintenance Group. Not only do they provide maintenance on a variety of cargo aircraft and bombers, but they also innovate every day to tackle unique challenges that come with working on "first-of-its-kind" test aircraft and assets. Want to join the team? Check out: https://lnkd.in/g7JunQrC #USAF #AFMC #aerospace #careers #aircraftmaintenance
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🔝NEWS: Leading by teaching: Edwards SNCO pursues doctorate degree ➕ Be on the lookout for desert tortoises ⚠️NOTICES: DoD SMART scholarships applications are open until Dec. 6 ➕ VOTE: Spark Tank 2024 ➕ Strike Zone breakfast, served Monday-Friday, 7-10 p.m. 👏OUR PEOPLE: Thank you FSS for a great BMX Pros Trick Team show ➕ Rise and Revive Symposium 🗓️EVENTS: Blood Drive (Oct. 1&2) ➕ First Fridays, Parents’ Night Out + Give Parents a Break (Oct. 4) ➕ Fire Prevention Team visit to classes grades K-2 (Oct. 7) ➕ Fire Prevention Team visit to classes grades 3-6, Power Apps ‘Short’ class (Oct. 8) ➕ Sparky visits + Vehicle extrication demo, National Hispanic Heritage Month: STORYTIME (Oct. 9) ➕ Chiefs' Steak Sale, Fire Prevention parade and vehicles display (Oct. 10) ➕ Norwegian Foot March, MEMORIAL SERVICE: Ms. Charmane Lars (Oct. 15) 📶 and much more!
Edwards' Weekly Newsletter
412th Test Wing, Edwards Air Force Base on LinkedIn
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412th Medical Group Strengthens Southern California Partnerships. 🤝 The team recently embarked on a journey throughout Southern California to connect with fellow DHA medical facilities to better understand capabilities, foster meaningful connections, and identify opportunities for collaboration. This included visits to #Navy Hospital 29 Palms and Branch Health Clinic at NAS China Lake, both remote and isolated installations similar to Edwards. The 412th Medical Group continues to work with our Wing and #USAF planning leaders to find unique #healthcare solutions for our #Airmen.
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One team, one fight... all TEST. Recently, our #USAF Reserve 370th FLTS teamed up with Nellis AFB Operational Test F-15 Strike Eagles during a multi-domain mission over the Pacific. This also allowed for fantastic aerial refueling training as the teams test new technology in an era of Global Power Competition. #AFMC Air Combat Command | Air Force Test Center | Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center