Airman Spotlight: Tech. Sgt. Melissa Mantegna

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Name:  Tech. Sgt. Melissa Mantegna

Unit: 51st Logistics Readiness Squadron

Job title: NCOIC, War Reserve Material

Job description and its impact on the overall mission: Manages $138M War Reserve Material (WRM) program; 51st Fighter Wing go-to point of contact for all WRM issues/use requests. Executes $102K WRM budget; directs requisition of WRM assets; and identifies unfunded requirements to higher headquarters.

Time in the military: 13 years

Time at Osan: 11 months

DEROS:  Nov 11

Family:  Jada - Daughter

Hometown:  Geneva, NY

Hobbies:  Spending time with Jada, working out and playing softball.

Why did you join the military?  I desired a change and wanted to travel

Where do you see yourself in 10 or 20 years?  Retired from active duty and working for the government

What do you do for fun here?  Workout, play softball and travel

What's your favorite Air Force memory or story?  Every time I'm reunited with an old friend. The Air Force is small, so I'm always running into someone I knew from a previous assignment.

What accomplishment are you most proud of?  The excitement of being rewarded for hard work and dedication by wing leadership.

Who are your role models?  My grandmother. She's a very strong woman and my best friend.