SCHRIEVER SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. -- The 310th Space Wing held induction ceremonies for newly promoted staff and master sergeants on Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado, Nov. 2, 2024.
The noncomissioned officer (NCO) and senior NCO Induction ceremonies recognize the dedication and effort of the Airmen in becoming exceptionally proficient in the technical aspects of their career fields, in addition to developing as mentors and leaders.
The ceremonies also serve as a reminder that these NCOs and SNCOs have transitioned to greater leadership roles with expanded responsibilities and heightened expectations.
NCOs are responsible for leading, training and supervising junior enlisted personnel in their respective career fields. NCOs are also responsible for managing resources, coordinating operations, and ensuring that their teams are trained and ready to perform their duties effectively.
While senior NCOs are expected to be capable of performing all the responsibilities of an NCO, they are also charged serving as mentors and advisors to commanders and other senior leaders, providing valuable insight and recommendations based on their years of experience and expertise.
Col. Samantha Pitman, the 310th Space Wing deputy commander, spoke at the events, emphasizing the responsibility of preparing our Airmen to be capable, resilient and adaptable.
"You are now responsible for ensuring our mission and Airmen are prepared to face an unknown future," said Pitman. "I charge you to invest in our young leaders, enlisted and officer alike. You are now the leaders that must dig in and ensure we are ready for the future."
SNCO Inductees:
Master Sgt. Cory Richard Becker, 26th Space Aggressor Squadron
Master Sgt. Glen Boeckh, 19th Space Operations Squadron
Master Sgt. Carlos Boutte, 7th Space Operations Squadron
Master Sgt. Kevin Cornejo, 26th Space Aggressor Squadron
Master Sgt. Alexander Dinger, 4th Space Warning Squadron
Master Sgt. Christopher Elliott, 710th Security Forces Squadron
Master Sgt. Derek Fuss, 380th Electromagnetic Warfare Squadron
Master Sgt. Shawn Garcia, 710th Operations Group
Master Sgt. Alexander Larson, 710th Security Forces Squadron
Master Sgt. Taylor Lewis, 14th Test Squadron
Master Sgt. Tiffany MacDonald, 310th Space Wing
Master Sgt. Joseph Maynard, 379th Space Range Squadron
Master Sgt. Gregg McGuinness, 19th Space Operations Squadron
Master Sgt. Brian McLean, 6th Space Operations Squadron
Master Sgt. Michael Myers, 379th Space Range Squadron
Master Sgt. Jordan Ross, 19th Space Operations Squadron
Master Sgt. Michael Shuck, 380th Electromagnetic Warfare Squadron
Master Sgt. Scott Tucek, 26th Space Aggressor Squadron
Master Sgt. Brandon Tucker, 710th Security Forces Squadron
Master Sgt. Ethan Williams, 380th Electromagnetic Warfare Squadron
NCO Inductees:
Staff Sgt. Morgan Baker, 14th Test Squadron
Staff Sgt. Christian Burdick, 710th Security Forces Squadron
Staff Sgt. Chunhao Cao, 4th Space Warning Squadron
Staff Sgt. Brandon Cortez, 380th Electromagnetic Warfare Squadron
Staff Sgt. Cruz De La O Robles, 710th Security Forces Squadron
Staff Sgt. Jermaine Diggins, 710th Security Forces Squadron
Staff Sgt. Alyssa Gallegos, 710th Security Forces Squadron
Staff Sgt. Charlie Gonzalez, 379th Space Range Squadron
Staff Sgt. John Harrison, 380th Electromagnetic Warfare Squadron
Staff Sgt. Benjamin Hasseman, 710th Security Forces Squadron
Staff Sgt. Sean Holloway, 710th Security Forces Squadron
Staff Sgt. Abrianna Kees, 710th Security Forces Squadron
Staff Sgt. Cassidy Lamar, 6th Space Operations Squadron
Staff Sgt. Alisa Lamas Gallegos, 710th Security Forces Squadron
Staff Sgt. Dezhane Lastrapes, 428th Electromagnetic Warfare Flight
Staff Sgt. Lydia Meredith, 710th Operations Support Flight
Staff Sgt. Dillan Paschall, 26th Space Aggressor Squadron
Staff Sgt. Luke Rijfkogel, 19th Space Operations Squadron
Staff Sgt. Amirkebir Samadov, 310th Force Support Squadron
Staff Sgt. Ian Sims, 19th Space Operations Squadron