1 Apr 2021

AFMC Connect April focus: Respect

Respect is a key component of a healthy work environment and the topic of focus for the April 2021 AFMC Connect.

31 Mar 2021

Air Force Test Center continues to create a climate that supports sexual assault victims

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The DoD Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Program is available to provide advocacy and referrals to anyone who reports retaliation, reprisal, ostracism, or maltreatment resulting from an allegation of sexual assault.

29 Mar 2021

Air National Guard leader embraces AFMC growth opportunity

Like many women with a goal and a desire for upward career mobility, one U.S. Air National Guard leader has mastered the art of viewing any assigned task as an opportunity.

17 Mar 2021

Leading, tradition go hand-in-hand for AFMC contracting officer

Some careers are all about leading, supporting and mentoring. What might be seen as ‘just a family tradition’ in leadership is much more when viewed through the career of a leader with a tendency to tap young Airmen on the shoulder and make suggestions that sharpen their focus and leadership potential.

17 Mar 2021

AF Chief Nurse advises how to ‘treat’ others

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio (AFRL) – Many good leaders cite a strong work ethic and the ability to learn and adapt to challenges as paramount to their success. But for Brig. Gen. Jeannine Ryder, leadership success is more than just the ability to work hard and go beyond. Compassion, empathy and the ability to advocate and support others

16 Mar 2021

Tinker organizations improve contractor safety by changing process

Various units across Tinker Air Force Base are ensuring safety is a top priority for contractors, base employees and service members that work together on base. Implementing Art of the Possible combined with Continuous Process Improvement tools and techniques, members from the Air Force Sustainment Center, Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex and the 72nd Air Base Wing are making Tinker AFB a safer place to work by building clear expectations before contracts are signed, identifying gaps in safety plans and encouraging everyone in the workplace to speak out for safety. “There is unlimited potential when you involve all stakeholders in a process with a single focus on making an improvement,” said Connie Davis, OC-ALC strategic deputy director and AoP subject matter expert. “The resulting team is a powerful force for change and standardization.”

12 Mar 2021

Chief financial civilian among AFMC treasure trove of women leaders

A leader whose noteworthy career transcends the confines of the financial arena continues to focus on service to Air Force Materiel Command Airmen. Teresa R. Bickett, a member of the Senior Executive Service, is Deputy Director of Financial Management at Headquarters, AFMC, and shares responsibility for the financial health of significant programs and budgets.

4 Mar 2021

AFMC releases updated telework guidance

The Air Force Materiel Command has released an updated guide to provide employees and supervisors with a one-stop reference to policies and procedures governing telework activity across the mission set. The 25-page document covers all aspects of telework, to include eligibility, training, pay, leave and absence, equipment, documentation and more, with applicability to all AFMC telework-eligible employees.

2 Mar 2021

Air Force finalizes PT uniform design; will begin production process

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – After numerous tests and feedback from Airmen around the world, the Air Force Uniform Office has finalized the design of the new Physical Training Gear (PTG) uniform, and is preparing to begin the production process.This is the first update to the PT uniform in more than 16 years, and over 150 Airmen

1 Mar 2021

Legal team’s COVID hustle earns service medal

Four Air Force Materiel Command headquarters lawyers were recipients of the Armed Forces Civilian Service Medal for their individual and collective efforts in support of COVID-19 response efforts from March 25, 2020 through February 15, 2021.