Precision Strike Operator Awards

Special Tactics Precision Strike Operator

Staff Sergeant Camren R. Henry distinguished himself by meritorious service as a Special Tactics Precision Strike Operator, Detachment 2, 17th Special Tactics Squadron, 724th Special Tactics Group, 24th Special Operations Wing, Air Force Special Operations Command, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. During this period, Sergeant Henry directed close air support and imagery, surveillance, and reconnaissance aircraft on 13 pre-deployment validation events resulting in a strike force postured to support the National Defense Strategy. Additionally, he represented the 17th Special Tactics Squadron at the annual Tactical Air Control Party Lightning Challenge where he competed against 38 Airmen in 23 events. His outstanding performance earned his team 2nd place. Finally, Sergeant Henry was the Precision Strike subject matter expert for two Joint Task Force validation exercises where he controlled 22 aircraft in support of 1700 personnel, resulting in the validation of 2nd Ranger Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment for crisis response. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Henry reflect credit upon himself, the 17th Special Tactics Squadron and the United States Air Force.

Precision Strike Operator

Senior Airman Matthew P. Olivet distinguished himself by outstanding achievement while serving as Precision Strike Operator, 9th Air Support Operations Squadron, 3rd Air Support Operations Group, Fort Hood, Texas. During this period, Airman Olivet advised and assisted the 4th Squadron, 9th Cavalry Regiment commander on close air support integration and execution and weapons effects in support of joint operations. He integrated live fire assets with joint fires observers, joint air attack teams, and ground forces during training and combat operations in a deployed environment. In addition, Airman Olivet aided in Fifth Special Forces Group training, leading to the development of ten Close Air Support scenarios, which enabled five joint terminal attack controller upgrades and qualified eight personnel for deployment. Furthermore, he maintained tactical weapons systems, communications, and targeting equipment worth 700,000 dollars in support of global contingency operations and was instrumental in three Army War Fighter Exercises, contributing over 120 man-hours towards advising brigade staff and certifying several thousand soldiers to deploy. The distinctive accomplishments of Senior Airman Olivet reflect credit upon himself, the 9th Air Support Operations Squadron, and the United States Air Force.

Precision Strike Operator

Senior Airman Zachary M. Sumner distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving as PRECISION STRIKE OPERATOR, 7th Air Support Operations Squadron (ACC), Fort Bliss AIN, Texas. During this period, Airman Sumner prepared 3.2 million dollars in equipment and vehicles to enable the 2nd Armor Brigade Combat Team deployment to U.S. European Command. Additionally, his organization of the Squadron's Logistic Detail, worth 14 million dollars, identified and corrected shortfalls which aided in the unit's ability to conduct a mobility exercise. Furthermore, Airmen Sumner executed a multinational Close Air Support exercise, where he conducted multiple controls of rotary wing aircraft during 24-hour operations, resulting in an improved relationship and interoperability between the United States and Singapore military. Moreover, Aiman Sumner assisted six Squadrons in a 96-hour event leading to 14 Wing Airmen certifications and the validation of a blue print for LIT TACP. Finally, Airman Sumner was hand selected to guide 23 Airmen through the First Term Airman Center, resulting in him being coined "Most Professional Airman" by the Commandant. The distinctive accomplishments of Airman Sumner reflect credit upon himself, the 7th Air Support Operations Squadron and the United States Air Force.

Precision Strike Operator

Staff Sergeant Ryan K. Koenig distinguished himself by meritorious service as Precision Strike Operator, 604th Air Support Operations Squadron, 607th Air Support Operations Group, 7th Air Force, Camp Humphreys, Republic of Korea, 23 February 2022 to 8 November 2022. During this period, Sergeant Koenig acted as the squadron lead for updating firmware on 40 PRC-163 multi-channel broadband radios, installing eight waveforms and enabling full equipment connectivity. Additionally, Sergeant Koenig played a pivotal role during the 1-36 Infantry Battalion VALEX, when he provided communications relay for the Battalion commander after the command section's radios failed during Phase 1 of the operation. He provided updates and guidance for 70 soldiers while simultaneously controlling rotary wing assets to cover infil. Furthermore, he organized explosive ordinance disposal training familiarizing 35 Airmen with tactical explosive rigging and detonation. Finally, Sergeant Koenig acted as the lead JTAC for the 25FS CSAR exercise. His efforts seamlessly integrated multi-service air and ground assets, resulting in Forward Air Controller-Airborne (FAC-A) and Sandy upgrades. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Koenig reflect great credit upon himself, the 604th Air Support Operations Squadron and the United States Air Force.

Precision Strike Operator

Staff Sergeant Andrew Tischer distinguished himself by meritorious service as Precision Strike Operator, 7th Air Support Operations Squadron, Fort Bliss Army Installation, Texas. During this period, the continuous professionalism and ceaseless efforts of Sergeant Tischer contributed to the effective and successful execution of the unit's combat mission. As a Precision Strike Operator, Sergeant Tischer warranted the joint combat training of 1560 Soldiers and 142 aircrew personnel, affirming 500 core task readiness requirements for three Army Brigades and four separate Fighter Squadrons in support of deployment taskings. Furthermore, Sergeant Tischer organized the acquisition and transfer of command and control equipment valued at 2.3 million dollars. Next, he expertly campaigned for an additional 1.5 million dollars in equipment shortfalls, enabling support for deployments to appointed operational areas. Finally, Sergeant Tischer's meticulous attention to detail and subject matter expertise was showcased during a Corps Level exercise, enabling 112 sorties as an Air Operations Center member validating a United States Army Brigadier General's Combat employment vision. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Tischer reflect credit upon himself, the 7th Air Support Operations Squadron, and the United States Air Force.