JUNE 10, 2015, MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. - The turret of the tank traversed along the horizon, scanning the engagement area for potential threats, looking to destroy them faster than the previous crew. A voice suddenly buzzed in over the radio informing them of an approaching enemy tank. The tank commander tersely instructs the loader and the gunner which … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2015
SPAWAR Offers Rare Glimpse of Technology
JUNE 10, 2015, SAN DIEGO (NNS) - Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Pacific (SPAWAR) invited news reporters and family members of employees to see what top researchers, scientists and engineers are creating for today's Navy and fleet of the future during an open house June 5-6, celebrating 75 years of service. "The 75th anniversary really reflects the heritage, … [Read more...]
Chief EPRs to be Accomplished on New Form 912
JUNE 9, 2015, JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas (AFNS) - Regular Air Force, Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard chief master sergeant enlisted performance reports, which close out annually on May 31, are now accomplished on the new Air Force Form 912, Enlisted Performance Report (CMSgt). Development of a separate evaluation form for chief master sergeants is part … [Read more...]
New Enlisted Information Dominance Warfare Specialist Instruction Released
SUFFOLK, Va. (NNS) - Navy Information Dominance Forces (NAVIDFOR) released Enlisted Information Dominance Warfare Specialist (EIDWS) Qualification Program Instruction COMNAVIDFORINST 1414.1, which revises who can administer the program and improves the ability to maintain consistent standards of qualification for those working towards an EIDWS Specialist warfare qualification … [Read more...]
Officer Describes Life After ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Repeal
WASHINGTON, June 9, 2015 - Defense Department efforts to increase diversity in its workforce welcomes talented people to hire on and help protect national security, the deputy chief of staff of the Army Reserve said last week. In a DoD News interview, Army Brig. Gen. Tammy S. Smith discussed the importance of leadership, this year’s theme for DoD’s Lesbian, Gay, … [Read more...]