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#PeopleOfPrecise: Meet Michael Beccarelli
Meet Michael Beccarelli – recent University of Arizona graduate, Associate Engineer, and Precise Systems’ Employee Spotlight for January 2025.
Michael is part of our Tucson team as an Associate Engineer, where he gets the chance to collaborate daily with others to learn new approaches and thought processes. This, he says, is his favorite part of his role – seeing the incredibly innovative and enduring solutions a group of talented people can foster that may not have been possible individually.
Before he joined our team full-time, Michael was a software engineering intern while earning his Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science at the University of Arizona. It was during his internship that he learned how to build strong teamworking skills and pivot his approaches when needed. Speaking about his internship experience, he says, “My internship gave me hands-on development experience, and I became more adaptive and efficient. It also gave me the opportunity to see how theoretical knowledge I learned through education translated into real-world applications, which prepared me to tackle my current position.”
Many students, like Michael, begin their professional careers during their time at college, and he encourages any students interested in getting a head start to be attentive and proactive. Visiting job fairs, talking to people working in a potential field of interest, and building meaningful connections are great ways for students to show initiative and passion to prospective employers.
His internship and education led him to the career path he has now – programming and computer science. He is incredibly excited and eager about pursuing this particular path, as he sees technology as an immensely useful tool. He provides the simple example of a typical morning routine – waking up to an alarm clock on our phones, pouring coffee from an automated machine, and driving to work in our cars. In just the first few hours of our days, we have already used at least three pieces of technology. Michael is passionate about not only highlighting the benefits of technology, but also how to make it even more efficient and reliable for our evolving world.
Outside of work, he is currently watching Mr. and Mrs. Smith on Amazon Prime, a sort of rendition of the original film. The show is an entertaining mix of action, comedy, and drama – something for everyone to enjoy and Michael highly recommends!
We are so excited and grateful to have Michael as part of our Precise Team. His tenacity, dedication, and passion are apparent in everything he does, and we cannot wait to see his impact grow within our organization!
#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!
#PeopleOfPrecise: Meet Joseph Spruill
Meet Joseph Spruill – Navy veteran, program management analyst, and Precise Systems’ Employee Spotlight for October 2024.
Joseph is part of our Software Product Development team, supporting the NAVAIR program manager for the Acquisition Management System (AMS). In his role as a program management analyst, he acts as an advisor/coach helping senior acquisition leaders leverage AMS and its visualizations to achieve better program management results. He came to Precise after having recently retired from full-time government service, but not quite ready to completely retire. He had heard that the AMS customer was looking for someone with his skillsets, and he felt he could contribute well to the team. Joseph describes this opportunity to meet both needs as something that was “in the stars!”
Prior to joining Precise, and even before his government service, Joseph served in the United States Navy for 24 years. His path to the Navy began in his family, where his grandfather served in the Army during World War II, and his served in both the Air Force and National Guard. And, having lived on the coast of North Carolina and driving boats since he was 7 years old, Joseph always had a deep affinity for the water. So, when his congressman gave him the chance to attend the United States Naval Academy, he jumped on it.
Fast forward to today, Joseph is an active member and advocate for the veteran community. He is involved with the U.S. Navy Memorial Board and the Navy-Marine Corps Retiree Council. Speaking about his involvement, he says, “Having spent 24 years of my life in the Navy, it’s not just a job but a way of life, and I found it difficult to just ‘walk away’. The Navy Memorial and the Retiree Council allowed me to both keep in touch, as well as give back to the organization I had served more than half of my adult life.”
The Navy Memorial honors, recognizes, and celebrates those who serve our country in maritime organizations, including the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Merchant Marines. Joseph’s work there included being an “ambassador” for the Navy and interacting with the public. On the Retiree Council, he has the privilege to chair the Health Affairs committee, where he and his fellow members work with other veterans’ organizations like the American Legion and MOAA to monitor the performance of our healthcare entitlements and provide recommendations to fix it when it appears to be broken. He explains that retirees can be some of the most valuable recruiters for the Navy, so it is critical that the Secretary of the Navy remains aware of issues like access to healthcare and retiree compensation negatively affecting retirees.
Joseph is thankful to continue giving back to the Navy community, both in his veteran involvement and through his work on our Precise Team. He finds that he still continues to grow, personally and professionally, every day by supporting our AMS customer. He has been able to collaborate with a wide range of skillsets, talents, motivations, and priorities, and the diversity has positively challenged his assumptions, as well as helped him be more open to other ideas and ways to approach different issues.
For any veterans about to enter the civilian sector, Joseph would provide this advice:
- Find a mentor or a coach to help with your transition. This is a great way to share ideas and get feedback before making hard and fast commitments
- Make sure your resume aligns with the civilian sector job you are seeking. Take pride in your military service, but don’t assume that all hiring managers will understand military jargon.
Thank you, Joseph, for your dedicated service to our country, veterans, and Precise mission. We are beyond grateful to have you as part of our Team each and every day!
#PeopleOfPrecise: Meet Jessica Keim
Meet Jessica Keim – Air Force veteran, disabilities advocate, and Precise Systems’ Employee Spotlight for September 2024.
Jessica has been part of our Precise Team for just over two years, supporting our PMA-281 customer. Prior to joining our organization, she served as a linguist in the United States Air Force, a decision inspired by her stepmother and the generations of military service in her family that came before her. She described her decision to join the military as the first decision she made as an adult, and she has never looked back. For anyone thinking of joining the military, she would say, “Do it! The military offers lessons and a perspective that cannot be learned anywhere else. Serving our country is truly something to be proud of.”
Her favorite part of the military came from the camaraderie she experienced. Every memory she has centers around the brotherhood/sisterhood she experienced. It makes it impossible to choose just one memory that stands out above the rest!
Once Jessica was ready to begin the next step in her professional career, she knew Precise would be the right choice. Fortunately, Precise had just won a contract that she was part of, and after attending an Open House, she could see just how great of a company it was to work for. So, she happily joined our Precise Team!
Since joining, Precise has given her the opportunity to grow into a leadership role again, which is something she missed from her time in the Air Force. As a Project Manager on our PMA-281 team, she gets the chance to serve her team, lift them up, and work together to support the mission ahead – something she enjoys thoroughly and is happy to do every day.
Her leadership and willingness to serve others is not limited to her job. Outside of work, Jessica is a mom to her 13-year-old son, Markie, who has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). She is extremely proud of her military service, but what makes her the proudest is her fight to save her son each and every day. Jessica has made it her personal mission to do what she can to advocate for him and other families affected by DMD.
She is very active in the community as the Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy Connect Coordinator for the DMV area and has also recently started a group in the local area, SAIL Parents of Southern Maryland. The group connects local special needs families to share resources, set up hangouts, and simply create a village where families struggling with additional challenges can find some support.
Jessica is truly one-of-a-kind, and we are extremely honored to have someone like her on our Precise Team. She is an inspiration to us, as well as the community around her, and we are proud to support her in any way we can. Thank you, Jessica, for all that you do – it does not go unseen!
#PeopleOfPrecise: Desiree Harris
Meet Desiree Harris – Biological Research Scientist and Precise Systems’ Employee Spotlight for August 2024.
When Precise acquired Excet in November 2023 and officially absorbed its employees in August 2024, a number of talented professionals joined our growing Precise Team – one of them being Desiree! She supports our Army customer as a Biological Research Scientist II at the Combat Capabilities Development Chemical Biological Center (DEVCOM CBC). She helps further their mission for toxicological assessments of both known and unknown compounds of interest through in vtiro assays, biomarker determination, and cell culture for use in the creation of complex 3D organelle architectures for countermeasures to protect our nation’s warfighters.
Desiree knew she wanted to pursue biological research as her career path during her undergraduate senior year biochemistry course, where she was also researching photo-activated cancer therapeutic compounds in an Organic Chemistry lab. She realized she had a passion for biochemical research and upon graduation, worked as an ORISE postbaccalaureate fellow with the Defense Public Health Center-Aberdeen (formerly U.S. Army Public Health Center) in the Toxicology Directorate investigating cellular toxicology utilizing in vitro assays. She has been hooked ever since!
Outside of work, Desiree loves to relax by catching up on the latest Netflix show. Her go-to show this summer was Young Sheldon, which she considers to be her current favorite binge. She also enjoys other hit movies and TV shows, and when asked who she would choose to play her in a movie about her life, she says, “I would want Marsai Martin from the movie Little and the hit show Black-ish to play me.”
Thank you, Desiree, for bringing your talent, knowledge, and commitment to our Precise Team. We are so thankful to have you and want to extend our sincerest appreciation!
#PeopleOfPrecise: Meet Gene Casterlin
Meet Gene Casterlin – MPE Lead, Navy Veteran and Precise Systems’ Employee Spotlight for July 2024.
Gene is part of our PMA-281 Royal Canadian Air Force CF-18 Team as the Mission Planning Environment (MPE) lead, supporting Joint Mission Planning Systems (JMPS). Supporting this vehicle allows him to tap into his love for aircraft every day, something he has taken with him throughout his life. Even from a young age, he knew that no matter what, he wanted to work with aircraft. At the age of 15, Gene was able to visit the USS Nimitz on its first trip to Florida. After that, he knew joining the Navy was exactly what he wanted to do. He spent a large part of his career working on the mighty F-14 Tomcat and ended his time in the Navy by flying the final Tomcat deployment with VF-31 on the USS Theodore Roosevelt from 2005 to 2006.
His naval career also included serving in many historic operations, the first being in the Iranian Hostage Crisis starting in 1979. His most impactful, however, was his final deployment – Operation Iraqi Freedom in the Persian Gulf. He was sent to Al Asad, Iraq, where he served as the LCPO for an aircraft rescue detachment. Each and every day, he saw several Marines that would go out beyond the fence at night and risked their lives. It truly inspired him, seeing their courage and sacrifice, all in support of our nation’s safety.
As a big WWII history buff, especially when it comes to naval operations, Gene loves to imagine what it would be like to serve on aircraft carrier in the Pacific during that time. When asked why he would choose to be part of this particular historical event, he says, “It was, to me, the time to show how important U.S. naval air power and the aircraft carrier was to our country and the world.”
When the time came for Gene to retire from the Navy, he knew Precise would be the perfect fit for the next step in his professional career. Finding a job can always be a huge stressor for a veteran and their family, but Precise’s “family first” attitude made him confident he had found a home. He is happy to be here and grateful that he has found a truly great place to work.
Thank you, Gene, for your service to our country and our Precise mission. We are grateful for the unique experiences and skills you bring to our Team!
Precise Systems Named As The Patuxent Partnership Member of the Year 2023
LEXINGTON PARK, MD, July 2, 2024 – Precise Systems was named the Member of the Year for 2023 by The Patuxent Partnership. This award recognizes commitment to outstanding leadership, community support, and the economic growth and development of Southern Maryland.
Headquartered in Southern Maryland, Precise Systems has prioritized active engagement with the local community in tandem with our support of NAVAIR. Our commitment to caring for the communities where we reside and operate is unwavering, and we’ve established a dedicated Charitable Contributions Committee to uphold this mission. We are deeply involved with various philanthropic organizations throughout Southern Maryland.
Our Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) have specialized across multiple domains within STEM academia, enabling us to expand our capabilities to meet the escalating demands of the DoD industry and beyond. Throughout this journey, we remain steadfast in exceeding our customer’s expectations while upholding our core principles. We celebrate our employee’s achievements both within and beyond the confines of the office and prioritize maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Placing our personnel at the forefront invariably culminates in a profoundly satisfied clientele. Through our annual Internship Program, we have fostered connections with emerging STEM professionals in Southern Maryland. Many of these individuals have subsequently bolstered our workforce, enhancing our capacity to cater to our customers’ needs effectively.
Our partnership with The Patuxent Partnership and the broader Southern Maryland community has been instrumental in our growth, fostering invaluable connections and providing essential resources that have propelled us to our current position. As we look forward to the future, we remain grounded in our roots, mindful of the journey that has brought us here. Our dedication to advancing technology, fostering workforce development, and promoting education will continue to serve as the cornerstone of our organization.
About Precise Systems
As a solutions-based company, Precise Systems is focused on innovation in support of the warfighters and aligning our expertise to deliver the highest quality of service. Powered by our highly skilled workforces, we provide expert consultation on network and weapons systems acquisition programs, maintenance/modernization programs, and sustainment programs with solutions in Digital Transformation, Advanced Engineering, Physical Sciences Research, Platform Lifecycle Support, and Technical Services. Since our establishment, we have demonstrated and perfected our ability to manage the customer’s needs, no matter how complex – offering exceptional service and the Precise solution.
About The Patuxent Partnership
The Patuxent Partnership is a non-profit member organization that works with government, industry and academia to advance education through STEM based initiatives, to advance technology through speaker programs and networking, to advance science and technology transfer through the exchange of ideas, information and data related to technologies, and to foster workforce development through an array of initiatives.
#PeopleOfPrecise: Meet Jordan Coffman
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!
#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!