Edwards: Beyond the Test

CMSgt. Ian Eishen and Brig. Gen. E. John Teichert discuss their recent trip to the Silicon Valley.

The 412th Security Forces Squadron is Edwards’ largest unit comprised of more than 400 personnel who defend the second largest base in the Air Force. Join us as we meet two Defenders and also talk with the unit’s Commander. Visit our podcast webpage to find the listening locations. https://www.edwards.af.mil/News/Podcast/

Located in the Mojave Desert, the land that Edwards calls home is filled with incredible life. Join us as we visit with Ms. Misty Hailstone from the Natural Resources section and learn how we conduct our mission while remaining good steward to this land. Visit our podcast webpage to find the listening locations. https://www.edwards.af.mil/News/Podcast/

In this episode we’ll learn about some of the new, energy and money saving measures coming to Edwards as well as highlight Energy Action Month. Join us as we meet Ms. Jillian Becker, the Edwards Energy Management Manager. Visit our podcast webpage to find the listening locations. https://www.edwards.af.mil/News/Podcast/

Join us as we talk with the Edwards Fire Chief, Mr. Tim Johnson, and discuss National Fire Prevention Week, learn about the awesome Edwards Fire and Emergency Services unit, their work here on our base and some of the new things on their horizon Visit our podcast webpage to find the listening locations. https://www.edwards.af.mil/News/Podcast/

Earlier this summer the U.S. Air Force created a new position as part of a sweeping effort to improve privatized housing customer service and quality. That position is the Housing Resident Advocate which is part of the Civil Engineering Group. And we have one here at Edwards who has hit the ground running, leading the way with a full-time focus on the residents of Edwards housing. Visit our podcast webpage to find the listening locations. https://www.edwards.af.mil/News/Podcast/

Located off the north shore of the Rogers Dry Lakebed is a facility that houses a unique test operation at Edwards. The team that works there is charged with exploring new and innovative ways of looking at test. Join us as we visit the Emerging Technologies Combined Test Force and learn about their exciting operations. Visit our podcast webpage to find the listening locations. https://www.edwards.af.mil/News/Podcast/

In this episode we’ll meet Mr. David Stetson, a Mathematical Statistician who talks about his work in support of the flight test mission, life on Edwards before the internet as well as his amazing career journey. Visit our podcast webpage to find the listening locations. https://www.edwards.af.mil/News/Podcast/

There is a special team within the 412th Civil Engineering Group that oversees the utilization of all buildings and land on the base. It is the Space Utilization and Management and we have the Team Lead here to explain all things space on Edwards. Visit our podcast webpage to find the listening locations. https://www.edwards.af.mil/News/Podcast/

Located at every Air Force installation are School Liaison Specialists who are the central point of contact for school-related matters for grades Pre-K through 12. With the COVID-related changes to the 2020 school year, now is a good time to meet the Edwards School Liaison and learn about the services provided by her office. Visit our podcast webpage to find the listening locations. https://www.edwards.af.mil/News/Podcast/

Brigadier General Matthew Higer is the commander of the 412th Test Wing at Edwards. In this episode he will take us Beyond the Test and discuss a subject that is very important to him; the quality of education for our children and the public schools located on base. Visit our podcast webpage to find the listening locations. https://www.edwards.af.mil/News/Podcast/

The U.S. Air Force provides for every Civilian and their families a wealth of resources and assistance covering a wide array of topics. Join us as we go Beyond the Test and meet the head of the Edwards Employee Assistance Program and learn about the available opportunities. Visit our podcast webpage to find the listening locations. https://www.edwards.af.mil/News/Podcast/

The U.S. Air Force provides for every Airman, enlisted or officer, the opportunity for continued education. Here at Edwards the 412th Force Support Squadron’s Education and Training Center not only assists Airmen, reservists and guard members, but civilians as well. We’ll talk with the new Education Services Officer and learn about the exciting educational opportunities for all. Visit our podcast webpage to find the listening locations. https://www.edwards.af.mil/News/Podcast/

The Edwards Contracting Office is responsible for millions of dollars worth of contracts each year that supports the entire test mission. Our guest is the chief of the Installation Contracting Division who leads a team that keeps the current mission airborne and fully engaged towards supplying the missions of the future. Visit our podcast webpage to find the listening locations. https://www.edwards.af.mil/News/Podcast/

Becoming an enlisted leader in the U.S. Air Force is more than just an appointment. In this episode we’ll get to know one of the instructors at the Edwards Airman Leadership School who has the responsibility of delivering that professional military education in an ongoing effort to develop the leaders of the Air Force future. Visit our podcast webpage to find the listening locations. https://www.edwards.af.mil/News/Podcast/

Here at Edwards there are engineering opportunities across the base for work on the various flight test programs that support our warfighters. In this episode we’ll meet one of our newer test engineers who works with the Global Hawk program. We’ll also talk to an engineering recruitment manager and tell you how to find your own dream job! Visit our podcast webpage to find the listening locations. https://www.edwards.af.mil/News/Podcast/

Join us as we go Beyond the Test and meet Mr. DiCarie Williamson, one of the Human Factors Engineers at Edwards who works on the legacy F-16 aircraft and is also devoted to helping Veterans. Visit our podcast webpage to find the listening locations. https://www.edwards.af.mil/News/Podcast/

The idea of taking test beyond the flightline, exciting innovation amid the COVID-19 pandemic, a passion for helping others and more. Join us as we go Beyond the Test and talk with MSgt Chad Hardesty, a Security Forces Defender and the NCO Exec for the 412th Test Wing Command Chief. Visit our podcast webpage to find the listening locations. https://www.edwards.af.mil/News/Podcast/

Leadership, mentoring, resiliency and even karaoke! We’ll talk about that and more when we go Beyond the Test and meet the supervisor of the 412th OSS Operations Scheduling office. Visit our podcast webpage to find the listening locations. https://www.edwards.af.mil/News/Podcast/

While they sometimes get to have a “blast” at work, Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician are the brave specialists who serve as the Air Force’s “bomb squad”and are assigned to some of the most dangerous missions around the world. Join us as we take you Beyond the Test as we meet the superintendent of the Edwards EOD flight.