Air Force Sustainment Center

Happy Thanksgiving from the Air Force Sustainment Center Today, we take a moment to reflect on all we’re grateful for—our dedicated workforce, the support of military families, and the incredible partnerships that help us achieve mission success every day. As we gather with loved ones, we give thanks for the uniformed and civilian Airmen who ensure our sustainment mission remains strong. Your hard work, innovation, and commitment are the backbone of our success. To the families who stand behind our team members—thank you for your unwavering support and sacrifices. You are an essential part of our mission’s success. From all of us at AFSC, we wish you and your families a safe and joyous Thanksgiving filled with gratitude, reflection, and celebration. #Thanksgiving2024 #AirForceSustainmentCenter #Gratitude #MissionReady #TeamAFSC #Sustainment #AFSC

Today, the faculty from Southwestern Oklahoma State University had the opportunity to tour the state-of-the-art facilities of the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) and the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex (OC-ALC) at Tinker Air Force Base. This visit showcased the cutting-edge innovation, precision engineering, and vital mission support that keep the U.S. Air Force ready and operational. From aircraft maintenance to advanced software integration, SWOSU faculty gained firsthand insights into the vital collaboration between education and industry in shaping the future of aerospace and defense. We’re proud to strengthen partnerships with academic institutions like SWOSU. #InnovationInAction #AFSC #SWOSU #DefenseIndustry #STEM #AerospaceExcellence #TinkerAFB

Today, we proudly salute the courageous men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. At the Air Force Sustainment Center, we recognize the sacrifices made by our veterans and their families to protect our freedoms. Your dedication and bravery inspire us every day. As we celebrate Veteran's Day, let us reflect on the values of service, sacrifice, and resilience that define our military community. We are grateful for your service and commitment, and we honor your legacy by continuing to support and empower our fellow service members and veterans. Join us in expressing gratitude and sharing stories of heroism and honor. Thank you for your service! #VeteransDay #AFSC #Gratitude #ServiceBeforeSelf #AirForceFamily #Sustainment

Proud to share that a collaborative innovation effort between team members from the Oklahoma City and Warner Robins Air Logistics Complexes has made significant strides in Nondestructive Testing (NDT), improving both efficiency and speed. This groundbreaking work, in partnership with Cybernet Systems Corporation, earned the prestigious Airlines for America and SAE International 20th Nondestructive Testing Innovation Award. Special congratulations to the Air Force Sustainment Center team members recognized for their contributions: Paul Davidson (WR-ALC), Richard Duin (OC-ALC), and Nick Wandro (OC-ALC). Their dedication and innovative approach continue to drive advancements in aerospace sustainment. #Innovation #Aerospace #NondestructiveTesting #AFSC #Sustainment https://lnkd.in/gyEXRHp8

🌟 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.