Meet Jordan Coffman – Program Analyst, Army Reservist, and Precise Systems’ Employee Spotlight for June 2024.
Jordan has been part of our Precise Team for just under year in the PMA-299 program office as a Program Analyst. Although her 9-5 is a big part of her life, she also contributes her time, service, and courage to the Army Reserves. From a young age, Jordan knew that she wanted to be part of our nation’s armed forces. She recalls, “When I was in elementary school, I had a friend whose mother was in the Air Force. I do not come from a military family, so this was the first time I saw a woman in uniform, and it inspired me.”
Balancing a full-time job and part-time service can be incredibly tough, but she does not let that stop her. Jordan wanted to have both sides of her professional career align, and when she found Precise, she knew she had found the right place. We have always honored those with the desire to serve and supporting them is one of our highest priorities. Jordan feels that since day one, Precise has been welcoming and respective of her military career, and still supports her professional development in a plethora of ways.
She also feels that both sides of the coin benefit each other. Every day, Precise helps to further develop her knowledge in national security and gain a better understanding of how the Department of Defense operates from various angles. Working in foreign relations and information security constantly provides her the opportunity to learn new processes and developing interpersonal communication skills. As a military officer, this teaches her how to lead others well and remain focused on mission success.
Jordan finds so much fulfillment from her service in the Army Reserves. Some of her fondest memories are when she is out in public in uniform, and a child will stop and stare, or come up to her and ask her about her military service. She remembers how inspired she felt seeing a woman in uniform when she was young, and she is happy to pass along her example to the next generation of warfighters.
Dedicating your time and effort to the military Reserves can be incredibly rewarding, and as Jordan proves, can still offer you the opportunity to thrive professionally. When asked if she has any advice for someone thinking of joining the Reserves, she says, “I would tell them that it has been the most challenging, yet most rewarding thing I have done thus far in my life. Just like with anything, ‘with great sacrifice, comes great reward’. Being a reservist has allowed me to grow as a leader in the Army, as well as grow in my capacity as a Precise employee.”
We are inspired daily by Jordan’s commitment to the Precise mission, as well as the success and defense of our nation. Thank you to Jordan, and all Reservist members, for your sacrifice and time to keeping our freedoms secure. We would not be where we are today without you!