Award winning Airman joins winning team

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  • By Staff Sgt. Veronica Pierce
  • 39th Air Base Wing Public Affairs
INCIRLIK AIR BASE, Turkey --  As a young Airman, being recognized for all the hard work and dedication to your day-to-day job can be a rewarding experience.

That is exactly what happened to Senior Airman Cameron Isaac, 39th Maintenance Squadron weapons maintenance team member, here.

Isaac, who arrived at Incirlik AB in March, was recognized as the Air Force Global Strike Command's Munitions Technician of the Year for 2013 while stationed at the 341st Munitions Squadron, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.

Having proved his ability to excel amongst his peers, Isaac was credited with accolades such as performing 85 general maintenance operations that ensured the readiness of U.S. intercontinental ballistic missiles and leading projects validating system capabilities.

"I was really surprised that I won, more surprised by the fact that I was nominated to compete for the award," said Isaac. "It felt great to know that the hard work was noticed and paid off."

Isaac went on to say he felt a little nervous about wining because this is a big award and it brings a lot of attention and expectations.

"I had to realize this is a defining point in my career, not the end. I have to rise to the occasion and show that I'm deserving of this award," said Isaac.

The qualities that were recognized at his last unit, which lead him to receive this award, have been acknowledge by his current leadership as well.

"He [Isaac] is always the first one to jump at a mission and is known for being proactive with any task," said Senior Master Sgt. Brian Norman 39th MXS munitions flight chief. He displays leadership qualities by recognizing what needs to be done, organizes others, and executes with minimal outside direction. There is an evident pattern of pride he displays when a job is well done."

Isaac's effectiveness on duty led him to fulfill mission requirements in an NCO capacity. He also offered some advice for his fellow Airmen.

"These experiences as an Airman are the building blocks to being an effective NCO," said Isaac. "When it comes to work ethic, be eager and jump at opportunities to learn. If you have a question, ask, and keeping asking until you fully understand what is being asked of you."