We care about our Airmen and their families, said Sunderhaus. If youve got those, how you Shirt is all up to you and looks different for each of us. A: There is no mold of a perfect first sergeant. Were bringing long-term continuity to this program and mission, said Sunderhaus. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dylan M. Gentile), Lt. Col. Magdalena Sunderhaus, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron commander, looks into a computer screen, Oct. 24, 2019, Hurlburt Field, Fla. Her ability to assess the situation, and help me in that moment is indicative of the care she provides our Airmen every day, said Payne. The 311th SOIS falls under the 919th Special Operations Wing and is the only mission of it's kind in the Air Force Reserve. Payne thought the popping sound indicated a muscle strain or tear which would likely require medical attention. Air reserve technicians, commonly referred to as ARTs, are the nucleus of the wing. Tenaya Norland, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron first sergeant poses for a photo at Duke Field, Florida, March 24, 2022. The 311th SOIS is the only special operations intelligence squadron in the Air Force Reserve. [5] and its planes retained a reconnaissance capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dylan M. Gentile), Lt. Col. Magdalena Sunderhaus, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron commander, looks into a computer screen, Oct. 24, 2019, Hurlburt Field, Fla. Lt. Col. Magdalena Sunderhaus, commander of the 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron, delivers remarks during the activation ceremony of the 311th SOIS, Sept. 3, 2019, Duke Field, Fla. Sunderhaus spoke about the American Dream and the importance of tenacity in every facet of the unit's dynamic global mission. 191103F-XG228-567. As an influential member of the 17th TRSS, Marthiens works to ensure that technology operations side of training are up and running and does not experience any interruptions. Assignments. All of these materials are preserved because they are important to the workings of Government, have long-term research worth, or provide information of value to citizens. This work saves lives it prosecutes and eliminates terrorism. (U.S. Air Force photo by Dylan M. Gentile). Tenaya Norland, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron first sergeant who helped organize the event, has been part of the 919th SOW since 2015 and a first sergeant for just over two years. In general, under section 105 of the Copyright Act, such works are not entitled to domestic copyright protection under U.S. law and are therefore in the public domain. (U.S. Air Force photo by Michelle Gigante). Lineage Constituted as 5th Photographic Technical Squadron on 9 Oct 1943. Goldense is the only athletic trainer embedded in the 2nd Special Operations Squadron and provides a wide range of support to members of the 2nd SOS, 65th SOS, and the 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron. Goldense and he shared a laugh over the story. Ultramarine blue and Air Force yellow are the Air Force colors. We have a birds eye view on the entire situation. The AFRC Airmen of the Year winners for 2022 are: Airman of the Year: Senior Airman Myah Periman, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron, Hurlburt Field, Florida (10 AF); NCO of the Year: Technical Sgt. The 11th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron is an intelligence unit of the United States Air Force. With the active-duty Air Force, there are systems in place to make sure you get paid, get you your uniform and are provided medical care, said Pritchett. The objects in this collection are from The U.S. National Archives and Defense Visual Information Distribution Service. 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron 711th Special Operations Squadron 859th Special Operations Squadron 919th Special Operations Support Squadron 919th Special Operations Maintenance Group Commander: Col. Ginger Ormond 919th Special Operations Maintenance Squadron 919th Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron HURLBURT FIELD, Fla. -- Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., visited Hurlburt Field and Air Force Special Operations Command, April 4, 2022. The mission of the 311th is to provide USSOCOM and components with deployedin-garrison full motion video processing, exploitation and dissemination in support of special operations forces engaged in combatoperations worldwide. The 311th SOIS falls under the 919th Special Operations Wing and is the . Were going to be here for a while and so we care about making it so that Airmen want to stay. Chief Master Sgt. Senior Airman Myah Periman, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron geospatial imagery analyst, poses for the camera after winning the 2022 Outstanding Airman of the Year award for the Air Force Reserve Command at Hurlburt Field, Florida, April 22, 2022. . "I was originally brought in for night-time work, they didn't have someone for after hours and this type of support is needed around the clock." Air Force Special Operations Command then worked with their counterparts to create an augmentation force. The 311th SOIS is the only squadron with their mission set in the Air Force Reserve. Master of Arts in Strategic Security Studies, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. It was the first imagery and full-motion video intelligence unit to be specifically assigned to Air Force Special Operations Command. Master Sgt. Red lights strewn across the tile ceiling of the office building flashed continuously to alert the intelligence analysts of a visitor in the facility as specialists paused to reflect on their unique mission amidst the glow of several illuminated computer screens. I have witnessed the achievements of an effective first sergeant reflected in the accomplishments of their units enlisted force. In addition to the 2nd SOS, she takes care of the 65th Special Operations Squadron and the 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron. It covers aerial units assigned to Air Force Special Operations Command in the United States Air Force . In its place, Strategic Air Command (SAC) activated the regular 99th Strategic Reconnaissance Wing at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. Master Sgt. One example of the positive impact first sergeants are having around the 919th Special Operations Wing is the recent Greet at the Gate event where the 919th SOW First Sergeants Council handed out customized fortune cookies packed with Happy New Years messages and prizes for free breakfast items. I am the first person to fill this position, said Goldense. The mission of the 311th is to provide USSOCOM and components with deployedin-garrison full motion video processing, exploitation and dissemination in support of special operations forces engaged in combatoperations worldwide. The 311th SOIS is the only special operations intelligence squadron in the Air Force Reserve. "We didnt even realize what we were missing until we got the [resiliency equipment] we have now. Maybe thats a little sarcastic, but the injury was really quite painful." (U.S. Air Force photo by Dylan M. Gentile), Lt. Col. Magdalena Sunderhaus, commander of the 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron, delivers remarks during the activation ceremony of the 311th SOIS, Sept. 3, 2019, Duke Field, Fla. Sunderhaus spoke about the American Dream and the importance of tenacity in every facet of the unit's dynamic global mission. I bumped into Ellie, who was working in her area in the hanger, said Payne. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Tenaya Norland, first sergeant with the 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron, shares some of her thoughts about what being a first sergeant means and why the job is so rewarding. The rigorous training, 12 hour shifts, and human cost of the mission can take its toll. In addition to the 2nd SOS, she takes care of the 65th Special Operations Squadron and the 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron. [2], The first predecessor of the squadron, the 5th Photographic Technical Squadron was activated at Will Rogers Field, Oklahoma. Q: What is something you want your Airmen to know about you that might surprise them? (Left to right) Retired Maj. Gen. Richard Haddad, former 919th Special . It was the perfect day to shoot hoops with the kids. Despite the struggles that come with starting something new, we continue to excel in every area, said Sunderhaus. At the time, it was unique among Air Force intelligence squadrons in that it did not report to Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency. [citation needed], With the growth in unmanned aerial vehicles and full-motion video capabilities, the 11th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron is responsible for more than half of all the full-motion video exploited by the U.S. With the hiring process comes the need to have programs which provide for Airmen and their families. As an immigrant from Madrid, Spain, Colonel Sunderhaus received her American citizenship in 1999, and was immediately selected to join the Air Force and attend Officer Training School, receiving her commission in July of 2000. 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Deputy Flight Commander (1Lt / 14N) - 311 Special Operations Intelligence Squadron (AFSOC) Jun 2021 - Jul 20221 year 2 months Qualified as a Mission Operations Commander Assist with. Chief Master Sgt. (U.S. Air Force photo my Michelle Gigante). I need to make sure they are able to maintain that cognitive focus by mitigating physical pain so they continue the mission, said Goldense. To help counteract these stressors for the team, she developed individual fitness plans to make sure the flying unit performs optimally. Lt. Col. Magdalena Sunderhaus, commander of the 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron, delivers remarks during the activation ceremony of the 311th SOIS, Sept. 3, 2019, Duke Field, Fla. Sunderhaus spoke about the American Dream and the importance of tenacity in every facet of the unit's dynamic global mission. In her civilian capacity, Colonel Sunderhaus has served as an Defense Intelligence Agency government civilian since 2013, first as MASINT Collection Architectures Manager at the National Air and Space Intelligence Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH, and later as collection manager at the Americas Regional Center, DIA Headquarters, Joint Base AnacostiaBolling, Washington D.C. The 311th SOIS is also the only squadron doing anything like this in the Reserve component. Marvin Pritchett, superintendent of the 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron, and Lt. Col. Magdalena Sunderhaus, commander of the 311th SOIS, unsheathe their guideon at the 311th SOIS activation ceremony , Nov. 3, 2019, Duke Field AFS, Florida. [1], The squadron was activated in August 2006, to provide tailored dedicated intelligence support to special operations forces. Colonel Magdalena Mags Sunderhaus currently serves as the National Defense University Reserve Component Chair and College of International Security Affairs military faculty member, Fort Lesley McNair, Washington D.C. I have such immense respect for this position. March 28, 2022 First sergeant shares gratitude, highlights important role of "Shirts" Master Sgt. It became the first imagery and full-motion video intelligence unit to be specifically assigned to Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC). [7], Growth in special operations missions and in reconnaissance operations in support of the Global War on Terrorism led to the unit becoming one of the fastest growing Air Force units. We are breaking ground in a new world. 447 Bombardment Group, 1 May 1943-7 Nov 1945. 919 Tactical Airlift (later, 919 Special Operations) Group, 30 Jul 1971; 919 . Although the official activation of the 311th SOIS took place Nov. 3, 2019, the unit has been hard at work for months hiring members while serving as an unblinking eye for special operations forces. While we have people that can swap in and out [for crew relief], it is not that easy. Kirk Porter, the outgoing commander, Pvt. Senior Airman Myah Periman, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron geospatial imagery analyst, received recognition for her contributions to the Reserve's global mission, April 22 during the 2022 Virtual Announcement Event broadcasted on AFRC Facebook Live. Learn About Our History. President Truman's reduced 1949 defense budget required reductions in the number of units in the Air Force,[3] Combined with the conversion of reserve units to the wing/base organization, this resulted in the inactivation of the 5th in June 1949.[1]. A: Throughout my career, I have witnessed the impact a first sergeant can have on an organization. Payne, who has been a member of the 2nd Special Operations Squadron at Hurlburt Field, Florida, for the last two years, explained the situation to her. The command is comprised of 62 subordinate units and over 6,100 Army Reserve Soldiers located in Arizona, California and Nevada. All of these things have made us better at our job," said Payne. Six months later she deployed to the Air Force Special Operations Detachment-South in Jacobabad, Pakistan and later Kandahar, Afghanistan, in support of Operation Enduring Freedom MH-53 Pave Low operations. 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Norland has been part of the 919th Special Operations Wing since 2015 and will retire April 1, 2022. Most employees couldnt be identified in an article without it posing a threat to national security. Following V-J Day, the squadron returned to the Philippines, where it was inactivated in 1946. Prior to that, she was the first Commander of the 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron (SOIS), the newest squadron in the 919th Special Operations Wing and first designated SOIS in the Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC). Christi Soileau is an Aerospace Medical. Payne and his teams line of work requires long periods of sitting, causing strain, tension, and fatigue on the body. Periman supports the squadron's mission of providing full-motion video . ARTs carry dual status as full-time civil service employees for the Air Force who, as a condition of employment, must participate as reservists. Eric Leirer, 352nd Special Operations, Staff Sgt. I was originally brought in for night-time work, they didnt have someone for after hours and this type of support is needed around the clock. After about four months of training under III Reconnaissance Command, the squadron deployed to New Guinea, where it was assigned to the 91st Photographic Wing. Saw Blut poses for a portrait following graduation, Col. Lavetta Bennett: Protecting those who serve during Michigan National Guards COVID-19 response, Master Sgt. This isnt a spy movie, this is the future of warfare. Standing up a squadron while also performing the mission comes with additional stressors. Master Sgt. Q: What should Airmen know about first sergeants that you dont think they know already? Each day the unit makes progress in refining processes to ensure sustainment of the units mission for the long haul. Not developed or endorsed by NARA or DVIDS. It covers aerial units assigned to Air Force Special Operations Command in the United States Air Force. In 2017, she was assigned to the Joint Staff J26 (Directorate for Collection Management), Pentagon, Washington D.C., as a senior collection analyst. Senior Airman Myah Periman, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron geospatial imagery analyst, poses for the camera after winning the 2022 Outstanding Airman of the Year award for the Air Force Reserve Command at Hurlburt Field, Florida, April 22, 2022. . A career Intelligence Officer, she has served in various positions on Active Duty, Air National Guard, and Air Force Reserve Command, to include two combat deployments to Balad Air Base, Iraq, a deployment to the Combined Air Operations Center in Al Udeid, Qatar, and a tour to the Defense Attach Office in the U.S. Embassy in Managua, Nicaragua. Their daughter Sophia is a lawyer and a public defendant in Charleston, South Carolina. Marvin Pritchett, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron superintendent, and Lt. Col. Magdalena Sunderhaus, 311th SOIS commander, proudly display the squadron's guideon, Oct. 24, 2019, Hurlburt Field, Fla. (U.S. Air Force photo by Dylan M. Gentile). After her graduation from the Intelligence Officer Course on 11 September 2001, she immediately departed for Hurlburt Field, FL, where she served as Intelligence Flight Commander at the 14th Weapons Squadron. 448 Bombardment Group, 27 Jun 1949-21 Mar 1951. The mission set extends into humanitarian efforts as well. The U.S. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) was established in 1934 by President Franklin Roosevelt. Blue alludes to the sky, the primary theater of Air Force operations. A: As I transition to retirement April 1, 2022, I look back at what Ive been able to be a part of over my military career, and I have to say that being a first sergeant has been the biggest privilege of all of them. Master Sgt. The 11th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron provides tailored full-motion video processing, exploitation and dissemination for special operations forces engaged in both combat and non-combat operations worldwide. Marvin Pritchett, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron superintendent, and Lt. Col. Magdalena Sunderhaus, 311th SOIS commander, hold the unit's guideon, Oct. 24, 2019, Hurlburt Field, Fla. Sunderhaus and Pritchett have worked tirelessly to stand up the new unit's mission at Hurlburt Field, Fla., the first Air Force Reserve unit of its kind. Weve been hand selecting dedicated Airmen that we think can handle this job, said Sunderhaus. In addition, the unit is affiliated with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency in Washington, DC and St. Louis, Missouri. Disclaimer: A work of the U.S. National Archives and DVIDS is "a work prepared by an officer or employee" of the federal government "as part of that person's official duties." She explained her process is to learn what ailments members might have from participating in activities with their families, so they are not compounding the situation by being stationary for prolonged periods of time.
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