Air Force Sustainment Center

🌟 Spotlight on Service! 🌟 Chief Master Sgt. Beth Ferrer, Command Chief at the Air Force Sustainment Center, recently sat down with Tech. Sgt. Christina Dorr from the 76th Aircraft Maintenance Group. 🛠️✈️ In this inspiring interview, Tech. Sgt. Dorr opens up about her incredible journey to the U.S. Air Force, her experience working with NASA on not one, but TWO internships 🚀, and what’s next for her in military service. From maintaining aircraft to aiming for the stars, Dorr's story shows the power of determination and passion for serving. 💪✨ #AFSC #Sustainment #AimHigh #WomenInService #NASAPartnership #CareerGoals #AircraftMaintenance #AFSustainmentCenter #USAF

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! 🛡️📱💻 It's the perfect time to double-check how secure your online presence is. In today's digital age, keeping your personal information safe is more important than ever. Take steps to protect yourself and your data by following these simple tips: 🖥️ How to Protect Your Online Presence: 1. Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Add an extra layer of security to your accounts by requiring both a password and a second verification method. 2. Use Strong, Unique Passwords: Create complex passwords with a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols, and avoid using the same password across multiple sites. 3. Beware of Phishing Scams: Don’t click on suspicious links or open attachments from unknown sources. Always verify the sender's identity. 4. Keep Software Up-to-Date: Ensure that your devices, apps, and antivirus software are always running the latest versions with the most up-to-date security patches. 5. Limit Sharing on Social Media: Be mindful of what personal information you share publicly. The more details you give away, the easier it is for someone to steal your identity.

Invest in yourself. DAF Coaching can transform how you view yourself and help you overcome obstacles in life and leadership! Being coached by a professional can be life changing. It can help with self-reflection on strengths and weaknesses and spark intrinsic motivation and growth. Coaching can lead to becoming a more effective and impactful team member and has shown to strengthen behaviors related to career growth, readiness, and resiliency. For more information on Coaching opportunities, Contact AFSC POC Loretta.fort@us.af.mil. #AFSC #Sustainment #Coaching

📻 Talk about introducing yourself! 635th Materiel Maintenance Group Commander Col. Brandon Maroon got to speak to the community surrounding Holloman Air Force Base, N.M., during a radio station tour in Alamogordo, Sept. 23. We really appreciate the folks at 94 KEY, KZZX, Cool FM, KRSY, and KHII for giving him the opportunity to talk about the mission of the 635th, also known as BEAR Base, and the important role it plays in defending the nation. We also want to give a big shoutout to the 49th Wing for making this happen! #Sustainment #AFSC Holloman Air Force Base #KZZX #94KEY #KHII #KRSY 🛰️ 📡 You can listen to the interview he did with KRSY’s Nadia Sikes here: https://lnkd.in/gs8x9r8X, as well as the interview with KHII’s Bob Flotte here: https://lnkd.in/gvm73JpJ

The 309th Software Engineering Group distinguished itself by developing and delivering mission critical software products and services for a highly diverse portfolio of complex weapon systems. The group positively impacted essential platforms such as the A-10, F-16, F-22, F-35, Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile, space systems, and command and control programs. The group’s relentless pursuit of innovation ensured that software development processes exploited leading-edge methodologies and delivered relevant products vital to mission success. The team of exceptionally talented professionals mastered the art of Agile DevSecOps and repeatedly demonstrated a rapid cadence methodology to develop, test, and deploy new software features. Their continuous delivery of software exceeded customer requirements, ensured secure code, and was responsive to changing warfighter needs. The group completed 219 deliveries for multiple weapon systems, earned $459M in revenue, and hired 379 new scientist, engineers, and support professionals resulting in significant advances in product relevance, cost, schedule, and quality. The professionalism and commitment to excellence demonstrated by the men and women of the 309th Software Engineering Group reflect great credit upon themselves, Air Force Materiel Command, the United States Air Force, and the Department of Defense.

The men and women of the 559th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron’s C-5 Super Galaxy depot team achieved one of the greatest program depot maintenance turnarounds in history. At its worst, the C-5 line had not produced a single aircraft on-time in 6 years and aircraft overhauls were 566 days late, $28 million over budget, 43,000 maintenance hours above plan, and included 360 days of non-maintenance time in which the aircraft wasn’t even touched. The squadron was determined to increase production line throughput, improve quality, and produce all required aircraft by applying theory of constraints principles and art of the possible methodology. As a result, they produced 328,000 maintenance man-hours, met full production requirements for the first time in 6 years, and produced the highest number of aircraft in over a decade by reducing process timelines 40%, slashing budget overruns 52%, and generating 211% more revenue. All told, the squadron returned aircraft to field units 287 days faster, eliminated the need for a $187 million supplemental depot capacity contract, and increased operational aircraft availability by 27%. The professionalism and commitment to excellence demonstrated by the proud men and women of the 559th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron reflect great credit upon themselves, Air Force Materiel Command, the United States Air Force, and the Department of Defense.

🌟 Spotlight on Excellence! 🌟 In a building spanning 2.5 million square feet and housing thousands of employees, standing out might seem impossible. But Edgar Magallanes did just that! 💼 As an electronics engineer with the 558th Software Engineering Squadron at Tinker Air Force Base, Edgar’s hard work and dedication have been recognized on a national level. He is the 2024 recipient of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers’ (SHPE) STAR Award for Managerial Excellence (Government)! 🌟 This prestigious award highlights Edgar’s incredible contributions not just to the Air Force, but to advancing Hispanics in STEM careers across the nation. Join us in celebrating Edgar’s achievement and his impact in inspiring future generations of STEM leaders! 💡🚀 #SHPE #STEMLeadership #AirForcePride #TinkerAFB #HispanicHeritageMonth #SHPEAwards #AFSC #Sustainment https://lnkd.in/gwsTiHN9

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Don’t miss the latest episode of Chief's Chat! 🎙️ Chief Master Sergeant Beth Ferrer, Command Chief of the Air Force Sustainment Center, interviews Wendy Walden, Director of Staff at AFSC. They dive into Wendy’s role, the vast opportunities in civil service, and the power of mentorship. Tune in for valuable insights on leadership and career development! 💼👩💼 #ChiefsChat #AFSC #Mentorship #CivilService #Leadership #CareerDevelopment"

Today, we proudly celebrate the 77th anniversary of the United States Air Force! Since its inception on September 18, 1947, the Air Force has been a leader in innovation, resilience, and excellence. At the Air Force Sustainment Center, we are honored to support this mission by ensuring our nation’s aircraft remain operational and mission-ready. We extend our gratitude to the uniformed and civilian Airmen, past and present, whose dedication and service continue to inspire us all. As we celebrate 77 years of air power, we look forward to continuing to play our part in maintaining air superiority. Happy Birthday, USAF! ✈️ #USAF77 #AirForceAnniversary #AirPower #AFSC #Sustainment #LeadershipInAction #MissionReady