AFSC 2A7X1
Aircraft Metals Technology Specialist
Awards
Aircraft Metals Technology Journeyman
Senior Airman Andres R Williams distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving as Aircraft Metals Technology Journeyman, 35th Maintenance Squadron, 35th Maintenance Group, 35th Fighter Wing, Misawa Air Base, Japan. During this period, Airman Williams served as shift lead and guided the Metals Technology section to successfully complete over 700 maintenance actions. In addition, he authored 20 engineer dispositions and fabricated 14 local manufacture tools, securing the Fabrication's Group Team of the Quarter win. Moreover, he redesigned the PACAF F-16 DEMO Team's travel-pod-sized boarding ladder, earning a team patch and contributing to their Product Improvement Working Group 2025 submission. Furthermore, Airman Williams trained six members on the evaluation and reconditioning of the F-16 six-year inspections. His teachings allowed the next generation of Airman to restore three million dollars in assets, supporting the 35th Fighter Wing "Golden Gear" program. Finally, he weld repaired 47 F110-100/129 engine components for Misawa Air Base's Centralized Repair Facility, responsible for overhauling and repairing engines in support of all PACAF F-16 bases. The distinctive accomplishments of Airman Williams reflect credit upon himself, the 35th Maintenance Squadron, and the United States Air Force.
Aircraft Metals Technology Journeyman
Senior Airman Nelson Concepcion distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving as Aircraft Metals Technology Journeyman, 15th Maintenance Squadron, 15th Maintenance Group, 15th Wing, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. During this period, Airmen Concepcion flawlessly removed and replaced a spherical bearing, fortifying the aileron attach fitting. His actions sealed a first-ever field level repair procedure, earning him the Maintenance Group's Maintenance Professional of the Quarter Award. Additionally, Airman Concepcion tackled 382 on-equipment maintenance tasks and completed 18 inspections while powering 26 C-17 Home Station Checks. His superior performance and attention to detail directly supported the generation of 5,600 sorties and 24,000 flying hours cementing the Wing's ninety-nine percent Maintenance Scheduling Effectiveness Rate. Finally, Airman Concepcion deployed to Ali Al Salem Air Base in support of Operation INHERENT RESOLVE. While in theater Airman Concepcion selflessly volunteered to join a response team backing the Afghanistan Retrograde Operation, supporting 224 airlift missions removing 2,000 pounds of cargo and rescuing 5400 evacuees to safety. The distinctive accomplishments of Airman Concepcion reflect credit upon himself, the 15th Maintenance Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Aircraft Metals Technology Specialist
Technical Sergeant [Last Name] distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving as Aircraft Metals Technology Specialist, [Unit], [Installation], [State]. During this period, Sergeant [Last Name] executed over [specific number] metal fabrication projects, enhancing the maintenance capabilities for [specific aircraft types, C-5M Super Galaxy, C-17 Globemaster III, etc]. His innovative approach to [specific project or task] resulted in a [specific outcome, reduction in repair times by 30%, etc], directly supporting mission critical operations. Additionally, Sergeant [Last Name] led a team of [number] personnel, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration that improved shop efficiency and morale. He also played an instrumental role in implementing a new quality assurance program that reduced rework rates by [specific percentage], ensuring that all products met or exceeded Air Force standards. His unwavering commitment to safety and compliance resulted in zero safety incidents during his tenure. In addition to his technical achievements, Sergeant [Last Name] volunteered over [number] hours for community outreach programs, enhancing the Air Force's image within the local community and inspiring future generations of Airmen. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant [Last Name] reflect credit upon himself, [Unit] and the United States Air Force.
Aircraft Metals Technology Craftsman
Staff Sergeant Andrew C Saulls distinguished himself by meritorious service as Aircraft Metals Technology Craftsman while assigned to the 763rd Maintenance Squadron, 23rd Maintenance Group, Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. During this period, Sergeant Saulls demonstrated confidence and competence while deployed to Iraq in support of the largest CSAR operations since Vietnam. While deployed, he machined six aircraft ground equipment high pressure seals which increased aircraft availability in the AOR by 50 percent and saved forty two thousand dollars in replacement costs. Additionally, he coordinated seven maintenance disposition actions with a one hundred percent approval rate, which reduced maintenance delays, saved 800,000 dollars in depot level repairs, and contributed to the Group's 2009 Daedalian Maintenance Award. In addition, he trained two Airmen on the restoration of four F-15 fuel tank attach points. His experience and mentorship expanded the shop's capabilities by twenty percent and saved the Air Force over four million dollars. Finally, Sergeant Saulls oversaw eight horizontal stabilizer refurbishments that directly contributed to the Group's 2010 Meritorious Unit Award. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Saulls reflect credit upon himself, the 763rd Maintenance Squadron and the United States Air Force.