Aviation resource manager displays "Excellence in All We Do" Published Aug. 24, 2011 By Airman Cory D. Payne 48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs RAF Lakenheath -- Rank and Full Name: Staff Sgt. Candice Primer Unit: 56th Rescue Squadron Duty Title: Aviation resource management Time in Service: 5 years, 5 months Time at Lakenheath: 7 months Hometown: Queens, N.Y. Hobbies: Spending time with my husband, traveling and working out. Core Value Portrayed: "Excellence in All We Do" How does the individual portray that core value? As an aviation resource manager, she recently deployed short notice in support of Operation Odyssey Dawn and was responsible for ensuring aircrew combat readiness. She did this while working out of everything from abandoned hangars to hastily erected tents, continuing her support uninterrupted for the 56th RQS while embarked at sea for weeks on end. Why is serving in the Air Force important to you? I have been presented with so many opportunities and challenges throughout my career that I would have never thought I would have done in my life. Serving in the Air Force has made me a stronger individual. What accomplishment during your Air Force career are you most proud of? When I joined the base honor guard for a year, I was there to welcome back our fallen heroes returning home and give them and their families the deserved dignity, honor and respect. What are your personal and/or professional goals? To complete my Community College of the Air Force degree before the end of this year. Additionally I want to further my education with a bachelor's and master's degree in criminal law and to have my own law firm. What is your favorite part of your job? Being able to assist aircrew with any questions or concerns they may have whether it is about their flying currency or flying hours.