The Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center at Kirtland AFB, N.M., has partnered with the University of New Mexico on a student intern program aimed at recruiting and training candidates for potential employment with the center, the Air Force, or other government agencies. “The AFOTEC intern program offers a unique opportunity to infuse up-to-date education and skills into the organization and to mentor outstanding citizens for future employment,” said Maj. Gen. Stephen Sargeant, AFOTEC commander. The program started July 1. UNM students enrolled or accepted for enrollment in a four-year degree program—particularly in the areas of math, science, or engineering—are eligible. Incoming interns will work primarily within AFOTEC’s intelligence, analyses, and assessments directorate. (Kirtland report by Katherine Gandara)
USAF to Cut F-35 Buy in Future Years Defense Plan
May 14, 2021
The Air Force wants to scale back buys of the F-35 over the next five years, hoping to get sustainment costs down and to wait for the more capable Block 4 version, according to talking points prepared for Chief of Staff Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. The reduced buy will…