Inspection section avionics systems journeyman displays "Service Before Self"

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ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England --  

Name and Rank: Senior Airman Robert Eland

Unit: 48th Equipment Maintenance Squadron

Duty Title: Inspection section avionics systems journeyman

Time in Service: 6 years, 2 months

Time at Lakenheath: 2 years, 10 months

Hometown: San Diego, Calif.

Hobbies: Snowboarding, poker and long boarding

Core Valued Portrayed: "Service Before Self"

How does the individual portray that core value?

Senior Airman Eland portrays "Service Before Self" while accomplishing his daily tasks. Eland has expertly assumed the responsibility of training newly assigned Airmen while accommodating many shift demands. He continues to adjust his schedule to meet the needs of the section. His commitment to the success of the maintenance flight is the direct definition of excellence. Every task that is placed in his responsibility is completed with the maintenance group statement in mind ..."Together, Safe, Reliable and By the Book."

Why is serving in the Air Force important to you?

Serving in today's Air Force has given me a greater sense of purpose and camaraderie. I feel that completing my job has a large impact on the mission. Working with other career fields has given me insight to the overall mission, not just my specific career field.

What accomplishment during your Air Force career are you most proud of?

I am extremely proud that I have completed two deployments and an overseas tour. When I return home many people ask me about where I have been, and I see the excitement in their eyes when I talk about my travels.

What are your personal and/or professional goals?

My professional goal is to make Staff Sergeant. My personal goal is to complete my bachelor's degree and obtain a federal communications commission license.

What is your favorite part of your job?

I enjoy coming to work! While stationed overseas my work center has become my family. When it comes to my job, I get an intense sense of accomplishment when I complete a troubleshooting task. I know that my job is done as well as it can possibly be.