Tag: air force veteran
#PeopleOfPrecise: Meet Virgil Mendivil
Meet Virgil Mendivil – SkillBridge Program participant, Air Force airman, and Precise Systems’ employee spotlight for May 2025.
Virgil joined our Precise Team in March, as part of his participation in the DoD SkillBridge Program. This program gives active-duty service members the chance to gain professional experience in the civilian sector during their last 180 days of service. This provides them with the necessary skills, experience, and network they will need once they enter civilian life full-time.
Participating in the SkillBridge program gave Virgil an inside look into how the skills gained from his military service can transition into the civilian sector. He feels confident in his abilities outside of the uniform and is grateful for the structured opportunity the program has provided to explore his future career path.
Before he became part of our organization, Virgil served for 23 years in the United States Air Force. His initial plan was to join the Marine Corps, but his girlfriend at the time (now wife) introduced him to the military’s hidden gem of the Air National Guard. From there, he was hooked and now looks back on his time in the Air Force with great fondness. He says, “I’m preparing to retire with no regrets and a heart full of gratitude for the journey.”
Virgil recalls some of his greatest memories from his service time, including the experience of flying in an F-16. On that incentive ride, he pulled 9.1 G’s before blacking out. That moment alone, and so many others, gave him a deep appreciation for the strength and skill of our warfighters. This experience is one of the many that showed him just how incredible it is to be part of the Air Force.
As he gets ready to trade in his uniform for a polo and slacks, he knows that there are many others just like him who are trying to prepare for the rest of the professional career. To any service member thinking of joining the SkillBridge program, Virgil’s best advice would be to start the process early and choose a program that aligns with your future goals. He has come to experience first-hand what an excellent opportunity this program provides, being able to apply his military experience in a civilian setting, gain new skills, and build a professional network for his life after service.
Virgil knew that Precise was the perfect fit for him when he realized just how valued the work ethic and perspective of veterans is at our organization. From day one, he felt genuinely welcomed and appreciated for his service and unique experience. Every day since, he has seen the inclusive, collaborative family that Precise Systems truly is. Supporting our nation’s veterans is paramount to our culture, and we are grateful that Virgil chose us to be the stepping stone for the rest of his career.
To Virgil and all of our nation’s veterans – “thank you” does not even begin to describe our gratitude for your strength, sacrifice, and service to our country. We are forever in your debt but honored that we get to play a role in recognizing and saluting you.
#PeopleOfPrecise: Meet Carla Holoman
Meet Carla Holoman – JHT President, Air Force veteran, and Precise Systems’ Employee Spotlight for June 2024.
In February 2024, we combined our capabilities in our second acquisition with Jardon & Howard Technologies (JHT), an Orlando, FL company that specializes in developing game based simulations, technical manual development and conversion, logistics product development, training analysis, and courseware development. Through this acquisition, a number of talented professionals have joined our workforce. We have enjoyed getting to visit JHT sites and meet our new employees.
This Women Veterans’ Day, we are spotlighting Carla Holoman, one of our newest Precise Team members. After seeing the truly exceptional capabilities and support employees provided to their customers, it was clear that Precise and JHT would make a perfect match. Carla recognized this immediately, explaining that both companies have a commitment to providing outstanding service to the customer but in order to achieve that goal, taking care of the people who provide the service is the most important part of the equation.
Prior to joining JHT, Carla served in the United States Air Force. While this opportunity brought her growth in education, training, and leadership, being a servicewoman did not come without its challenges. Women Veterans’ Day holds a special place in her life, as she lived that life herself and gets to see many other women being celebrated and honored who walk in the same path that she did. When asked what this day means to her, she says, “The celebration of women in the Armed Services is an excellent way to recognize and celebrate the contributions of women who were committed to the ideals of this country. They wanted to contribute their time, talents and for some, their lives, to the defense of those ideals.”
For any woman who is thinking about enlisting in the armed forces, Carla believes that this is an especially great time to join the military. The opportunities have not only grown exponentially, but the military provides an incredible foundation to start one’s career. The training you can receive in your chosen field, as well as the educational and leadership opportunities you receive, are second to none. Whether you choose to continue to serve on active duty or enter the private sector, you are given the resources you need to thrive – and Carla is the perfect example of that.
Thank you to Carla and every single one of our women veterans. Your sacrifice, courage, and commitment to the safety and defense of our freedoms will not be soon forgotten. We thank you, we salute you, and we are forever in your debt.
#PeopleOfPrecise: Meet Billy White
Meet Billy White – Senior Program Analyst, Air Force veteran, and Precise Systems’ Employee Spotlight for April 2024.
Through his role as a Senior Program Analyst for the Tomahawk Weapons System, Billy supports our nation’s warfighters by daily helping develop new capabilities to meet the needs of the Navy, Army, and Marine Corps combatant commanders.
Being part of our nation’s military has been a constant in Billy’s life, as he comes from a familial history of service. Both of his grandfathers served in World War II, and his own father served in the United States Air Force. Growing up as a military child and having to move every few years taught Billy how to adapt to ever-changing environments – a skill he has taken with him all throughout his life.
Despite the challenges he faced as a military child, there were many happy moments that came with this unique lifestyle. One of Billy’s fondest memories is when his dad would go on temporary duty (TDY), he would always bring home a matchbox car for him. These meaningful gifts would make his father’s absence easier and provided a way to keep him close, even if he was far away.
Several years later, Billy was in his post-college career, and he just knew that this was not the path for him. He made the courageous decision to reset and follow in his father’s footsteps by joining the Air Force. His own military career spanned more than 20 years, and we are grateful he has brought his technical expertise and passion to serve to our Team. When he was ready to begin his civilian career, we were ready to provide an opportunity to transition his skills and create a pathway for him to succeed.
Billy loves to seek adventure outside of the office! When asked what the top three items are on his bucket list, he says, “Tour across Europe, watch the Boston Celtics compete in a playoff game at TD Garden, and fly an airplane.” We cannot wait to see all of these dreams come to fruition!
We want to extend our gratitude and appreciation to Billy for the contributions he makes daily to making our organization better, but also for his service as a military child and veteran. It takes a special kind of person to live such a courageous life, and Billy inspires us every day. We are incredibly grateful to have him as part of our Precise Team!