SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 - Mahdi Al-Husseini had his whole career figured out as he enrolled in Georgia Institute of Technology back in 2013. He knew he would graduate with a joint degree in biomedical engineering and public policy before attending graduate school for computer science. From there, he planned to pursue a job in the defense and space industry. The idea of joining … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2020
Air Force Transitions to the Next Generation KC-46A
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 - The Air Force Civil Engineer Center is expanding global reach through a multi-phase construction effort to support the new KC-46A Pegasus refueling tanker. The KC-46A, a next-generation aerial refueling aircraft, is designed to boost the air power and mobility operations of the Air Force. The high-capacity aircraft, which displaces the KC-10 Extender and … [Read more...]
Corps’ ‘Monster Machine’ Reaches Full-Rate Production
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 - A Marine Corps vehicle designed to transport International Standards Organization containers to supply Fleet Marines just reached a key acquisition milestone. The Rough Terrain Container Handler moves 20-to-40-foot ISO containers and shelters on rough terrain, beaches and other surfaces to assist with land and amphibious missions. The machine can lift … [Read more...]
Planning is Key for Emergency and Disaster Preparedness
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 - September is Emergency and Disaster Preparedness Month and the emergency managers of U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz help ensure the community is well informed and ready for any crisis that could threaten the garrison and the surrounding area. These threats could be natural or manufactured incidents and can cause an adverse impact to our military … [Read more...]
Norquist, Hyten Lead Pentagon’s POW/MIA Recognition Day Tribute
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 - Deputy Defense Secretary David L. Norquist paid tribute to prisoners of war and service members missing in action during a Pentagon ceremony marking POW/MIA Recognition Day, saying Americans should keep POWs and MIAs in their hearts every day. "Let today serve as an active reminder, rather than an observation, of our eternal commitment to the fullest … [Read more...]