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#PeopleOfPrecise: Meet Sarah La Fuze
For Sarah, serving others has always been part of who she is.
Today, Sarah supports NSWC Crane as a Personnel Security Specialist, helping protect sensitive intelligence programs and the people who power them. Through personnel vetting and continuous monitoring efforts, she serves as a critical line of defense against insider threats while strengthening the security and trust that support our nation’s warfighters.
“My role helps limit insider threats and increases the trust and security of the teams here at Crane,” Sarah explained.
Sarah’s passion for service began with her grandfather, a retired Marine and police officer who inspired her from a young age.
“My Grandpa was my absolute hero and my greatest role model,” she said. “Growing up listening to his stories from Vietnam and Desert Storm, I always knew I wanted to serve my country.”
Her military experience would go on to leave a lasting impact—not only professionally, but personally as well.
“The lesson from my military service that has had the greatest impact on who I am today is the true meaning of family,” Sarah shared.
Through shared challenges and experiences, she learned that family extends far beyond blood relations. The bonds formed through service taught her the importance of trust, loyalty, and showing up for others when it matters most.
Those lessons continue to shape how she approaches her work today, helping safeguard teammates and support mission success.
As we recognize Women Veterans Day, Sarah reflects on the common thread that connects all veterans.
“We all took the exact same oath and signed up to give our lives for people we don’t even know so they can live in a free country,” she said. “I’ve known both men and women who never made it home, and to me, they are all simply my brothers and sisters.”
For women considering military service, Sarah offers honest advice: understand the commitment, embrace the journey, and be open to the life-changing experiences that come with it.
“Joining the military was absolutely the greatest decision I ever made,” she said. “You’ll learn invaluable life lessons and build unbreakable bonds that make the experience worth every second.”
And if Hollywood ever comes calling? Sarah already has her leading actress picked out: Melissa McCarthy.
“I’ve lived a very unconventional and unexpected life,” Sarah laughed. “She’s hilarious, but she can also be genuinely intimidating and never seems afraid to tackle whatever comes her way.”
At Precise, we are grateful for Sarah’s continued service, unwavering dedication, and commitment to protecting those who protect our nation.
Thank you, Sarah, for all that you do.
#PeopleofPrecise: Meet Joseph Jackel
For Army veteran Joseph Jackel, leadership has always started with serving others.
This Military Appreciation Month, we’re honored to spotlight Joseph as part of our #PeopleOfPrecise series and recognize the impact he continues to make both professionally and personally.
After serving 24 years in the United States Army, Joseph joined Precise through the DoD SkillBridge program and now serves as a Program Management Analyst (Senior) supporting DEOMI. In his role, he teaches, coaches, mentors, and evaluates instructors — continuing a career centered around leadership and development.
Joseph’s journey into military service began shortly after the events of September 11, 2001.
“9/11 happened on a Tuesday, and I was in the recruiter’s office that Saturday.”
That decision led to more than two decades of service, sacrifice, and leadership. Reflecting on his Army career, Joseph says the moments that meant the most were the opportunities to lead others in combat.
“Every time I led men in combat.”
Like many veterans, transitioning into civilian life came with uncertainty. Through the DoD SkillBridge program with Precise, Joseph found support, confidence, and a smooth path into his next chapter.
“Serving 24 years in the Army, there is a lot of doubt transitioning out,” Joseph shared. “SkillBridge with Precise made my transition the easiest that it could have been.”
Today, Joseph continues to make an impact through mentorship, training, and leadership — helping others grow while carrying forward the values that shaped his military career.
For Joseph, Military Appreciation Month is a time to reflect on the collective sacrifice of the military community.
“It is not about me. It’s appreciation to all still serving, those that did serve, and those that made the ultimate sacrifice that are no longer with us.”
Thank you, Joseph, for your service, leadership, and continued dedication to supporting others. We’re proud to have you on the Precise Team.
#PeopleOfPrecise: Meet Teresa Henry
Meet Teresa Henry – Army veteran, program management analyst, and Precise Systems’ Employee Spotlight for November 2024.
Teresa joined our Precise Team just over a month ago and has brought a unique skillset to our Indiana workforce, having previously served in the United States Army. It is incredibly rewarding for her to be a veteran, and she is grateful to have had the opportunity to serve her country in such a momentous way.
She knew that working for Precise was the next right step for her, as she saw how Precise provides a veteran-informed culture which, in her words, “…makes for a positive connection in a new work environment.” Teresa immediately felt at home in our organization being surrounded by so many core values that were similar to what she had experienced during her time in the military.
Our nation’s veterans possess such a diverse set of skills and experience that can be incredibly impactful for any organization. These can include leadership, adaptability, teamwork, risk assessment, persistence, and more – all of which Teresa brings to our Team each and every day. The strengths of our veterans cannot be ignored, and she would give that advice to any veteran looking to begin or continue their professional career. She says, “Work for an organization that openly values the qualities veterans possess.”
Besides her proud military career, Teresa highly values her faith. When asked which historical figure she would have dinner with, she chose Jesus, citing John 3:16 as her reason why. She is also a big fan of Christian worship music, listing “I Speak Jesus” by Charity Gayle, “Joy Comes in the Morning” by Stephen McWhitter, and “Oceans” by Hillsong United as three songs she currently has on her playlist.
We are so proud to have extraordinary veterans like Teresa as part of our organization. Our nation owes her and so many others an unpayable debt of gratitude, but we are honored to be part of her professional journey. Thank you, Teresa, for your service to our country and our Precise mission!