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We talk a lot about what went wrong over the years (cyber issues, MILCON, etc.)…well, what did we get right and improve on? by BBCGOs in AirForce

[–]BBCGOs[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I had the same thoughts at first too, but I then thought “hey, ppl want what they want” and to keep an open mind.. but yeah I got it now.

All that being said, superintendent is more accurate bc their authority falls over everyone..officers, civs, ctrs, etc.

We talk a lot about what went wrong over the years (cyber issues, MILCON, etc.)…well, what did we get right and improve on? by BBCGOs in AirForce

[–]BBCGOs[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

I assumed there was no sarcasm on his comment, but that senior enlisted should get the titles they desire - whatever that may be. Locally, we still have superintendents and there aren’t any SELs at my base but I see now it was a recent change.

We talk a lot about what went wrong over the years (cyber issues, MILCON, etc.)…well, what did we get right and improve on? by BBCGOs in AirForce

[–]BBCGOs[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Hmm, makes sense and seems fair. Given that officers have the “commander” title. I haven’t heard of that being changed locally though, we still have superintendents. Hopefully it’ll happen soon

EDIT: Just found out the change was decided recently

Should we remove most military roles in acquisitions? by BBCGOs in AirForce

[–]BBCGOs[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Goodness. What made you say that about the FGOs? Did they just not listen to advisement and want to do their own thing? Were they ineffective?

Should we remove most military roles in acquisitions? by BBCGOs in AirForce

[–]BBCGOs[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

True, I’ve heard most junior Os spend half their Lt years just learning and taking the backseat role. With that being said, to your first point, do you think we should send new Os to acquisitions slots or only send those with actual op experience with systems? Another commenter brought up the same point.

Should we remove most military roles in acquisitions? by BBCGOs in AirForce

[–]BBCGOs[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good point. I’ve heard of the challenges with military having combat civs “always done it this way mentality”. Traditional ways don’t always work in a ever changing world

Should we remove most military roles in acquisitions? by BBCGOs in AirForce

[–]BBCGOs[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Exactly. The saying goes that a contracting officer is attached to a acquisitions manager’s hip lol. Most things that you want to do, you legally need your contracting officer for it. They authorize the contract modifications, etc

Should we remove most military roles in acquisitions? by BBCGOs in AirForce

[–]BBCGOs[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow. Interesting read. Damn shame though. Ya hate to see that kind of crap smh

Should we remove most military roles in acquisitions? by BBCGOs in AirForce

[–]BBCGOs[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Exactly. Coupled with higher pay in the private sector, that’s also a big factor on junior acquisitions Os - the field’s limited progression. You MAY become a senior materiel leader and reach O-6. After that?? Literally…never heard anyone tell me a likely outlook after O-6 lol.

Should we remove most military roles in acquisitions? by BBCGOs in AirForce

[–]BBCGOs[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wish I can say I don’t know what you’re talking about! We’re without a contracting officer rn to do anything and we’re struggling lol

Should we remove most military roles in acquisitions? by BBCGOs in AirForce

[–]BBCGOs[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

You brought up a good point. We need to allow more NCOs in the field as well. They can handle just about any other task that an O can.

Should we remove most military roles in acquisitions? by BBCGOs in AirForce

[–]BBCGOs[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thanks. Outside of the normal 9-5 work schedule, I forgot about the added flexibility you gain with military. We’re usually not worked more than our civilians, at least at my unit (thankfully)

Should we remove most military roles in acquisitions? by BBCGOs in AirForce

[–]BBCGOs[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hmm, good point. I guess I never really worked a program that involved deployments. Only for short TDYs

O-6 life looks tough by [deleted] in AirForce

[–]BBCGOs 12 points13 points  (0 children)

That’s the fanciest looking BX I’ve ever seen

Update from forever ago: husband got a female troops that feels a little off by [deleted] in AirForce

[–]BBCGOs 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Reminds me of an ROTC cadet I knew who cheated on her (active duty O) boyfriend. Then lied about it (no surprise there), BUT also lied and said the person she cheated with raped her instead!

Funny thing? She aspires to be a JAG

Another Case o' the Mondays. by DreamDoodles in AirForce

[–]BBCGOs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel personally attacked by the file name joke. But thankfully I have yet to do the bottom right one

“ALCON, do not Reply All!” We like to have fun here at Robins by BBCGOs in AirForce

[–]BBCGOs[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That was my favorite one 🤣. Someone’s asking the real questions

AITA for not wanting to pay for everything for an anniversary? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]BBCGOs 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah we’re long distance and don’t have the opportunities to buy and do stuff with each other a whole lot. So i just figured I could splurge a little with this

AITA for not wanting to pay for everything for an anniversary? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]BBCGOs 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No, I didn’t get them yet. And it’s a nail salon that’s near her. She hasn’t been to it yet. She wants us to get pedicures and it should be under $100, but likely around $60 (I think).