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/

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.

At Edwards Air Force Base it is often said that necessity leads to innovation. That point couldn’t be more true today as innovative solutions are employed across the base to meet the needs brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Join us as we take you Beyond the Test and highlight innovative solutions that help keep the mission on track.

While the nation remains quarantined during the COVID-19 pandemic, the 412th Test Wing at Edwards is doing all it can to ensure the vital mission of flight test continues. Our guests explain how that is being accomplished and why is it so important at a time like this.

This episode of Edwards: Beyond the Test highlights some of the key services provided by the 412th Force Support Squadron to take care of Edwards’ mission essential personnel during the COVID-19 pandemic.

While many may think of video games or immersive video when they talk about augmented and virtual reality, to one Team Edwards member it all translates to jet engine maintenance training, saving time and money. Hear all about it on our latest episode of Edwards: Beyond the Test!

It is sometimes said that those who have gone there before are made of the “right stuff.” It is a program that is steeped with rich history made by the brave men and women who have learned to push the boundaries of what is possible, to achieve the inconceivable that not only advanced the U.S. Air Force, but the world! In this episode of “Edwards: Beyond the Test” join us as we take you to the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot school located right here at Edwards Air Force Base!

With a goal to inspire and motivate youth, the Edwards STEM program is robust both on base and out in the community. In this edition of Edwards: Beyond the Test, we talk with Mrs. Helida Vanhoy who is the 412th Test Wing STEM coordinator to learn more about this exciting opportunity for area youth. Additionally, we take a field trip over to the Edwards STARBASE classroom for a brief look at this exciting DOD program for area 5th graders.

A critical part of flight-test is the Control Tower and a successful tower operation is the result of a strong team. In this episode of Edwards: Beyond the Test, we go inside the iconic tower and talk with its chief controller, SMSgt Joshua Matias as well as line controller and trainer SrA Oscar Cantu.

Mr. Nick Perry, who is a computer engineer for the 412th Range Squadron joins us for this episode of Edwards: Beyond the Test. Nick discusses his work, how it supports the warfighter and how a new college graduate from the Detroit, Michigan area ended up in The Center of the Aerospace Testing Universe.

He first arrived as a Captain when he attended the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School and today is a Brigadier General commanding the 412th Test Wing at Edwards Air Force Base. Join us for this edition of Edwards: Beyond the Test as we talk with Brig. Gen. E. John Teichert. Gen. Teichert discusses new programs on the horizon for Edwards, outreach to the surrounding communities, as well as quality of life for those who live and work on the base.

In this edition our guest is the 412th Test Wing Command Chief, Chief Master Sergeant Ian Eishen who takes us behind the scenes of his work at Edwards as well as what's new on the horizon for the base Recorded 21 November.

Dave Sampson is the Airfield Manager for Edwards Air Force Base. In this episode we take the listeners behind the scenes of airfield operations as well as out onto the historic lakebed.

Dave Sanders is the Airfield Manager for Edwards Air Force Base. In this episode we take the listeners behind the scenes of airfield operations as well as out onto the historic lakebed.

Guest Wendy Peterson, an aerospace engineer discusses her life and passion as the Weapons Flight Chief for the 775th Flight Test Squadron.