Contract specialist displays "Excellence in All We Do Published July 6, 2012 By Senior Airman Tiffany M. Deuel 48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England -- Name and Rank: Senior Airman Benjamin Shelton Unit: 48th Contracting Squadron Duty Title: Contract specialist Time in Service: 3 years, 6 months Time at Lakenheath: 1 year Hometown: Kansas City, Mo. Hobbies: Traveling, photography and playing sports Core Value Portrayed: "Excellence in All We Do" How does the individual portray that core value? Shelton was the sole Contingency Contracting Officer supporting the 2012 NATO Icelandic Air Policing mission. He was able to save the government $140,000 off the estimated support costs. During this mission, his hard work and dedication was recognized when he was coined by the 493rd Expeditionary Fighter Squadron commander as a top performer. Why is serving in the Air Force important to you? Serving in the Air Force is important to me because the 'warrior ethos' creates a family atmosphere that helps Airmen thrive on and off duty. The Air Force also provided me with the tools necessary to become a better person. What accomplishment during your Air Force career are you most proud of? I am proud of my involvement and the job knowledge I gain while working on U.K. wide custodial service contracts. What are your personal and/or professional goals? My personal goal is to travel the entire globe. What is your favorite part of your job? The best part is my co-workers and the deployment opportunities afforded in my career field.