You could say that Ones Ready *REALLY* puts the FUN in FUNctional manager, you know what I'm saying!!!! We have fun here.  Combat Control Trainees- listen up, this one is for you. Combat Controller, Chief Master Sergeant Geoff Ikert has a 20 year career full of accolades. Chief Ikert sat down with Aaron and Peaches to talk about every single update you need for the pipeline.  Thanks to Chief Ikert for providing the ground truth on what's happening in the world of Combat Control, both pipeline changes and in the career field.  We really take pride in being the Air Force's official UNofficial podcast, and we want to say thanks to all our members for always supporting us!  Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Combat Control Career Field 01:33 Background and Journey to Combat Control 03:27 Military Experience and Deployment 05:22 Interest in Air Force Special Operations 06:20 Role of Combat Control in Air Force 07:44 Transitioning to Air Force and Challenges 09:38 First Assignment at Mildenhall 12:19 Experience as an Overseas Airman 13:15 Maturity and Responsibility in Special Operations 15:07 Role of Special Operations in Low Intensity Conflict 16:54 Forecasting the Future of Special Tactics 25:51 Consolidation and Efficiency in Air Force Special Warfare 32:59 The Value of Joint Terminal Attack Control (JTAC) 35:22 The Evolution of Global Access and Force Projection 38:18 Consolidation and Efficiency in Air Force Special Warfare 42:05 Expectation Management and Opportunities 46:58 Combat Diver Qualification 50:13 Training and Qualifications 53:06 Advice for Joining To join our community, please click on this link https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9aFBBZoBcQk8UUN_pO7nDA/join Collabs: Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: 1Ready Alpha Brew Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLete CardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADY Dread River - Promo Code: ONESREADY Eberlestock - Promo Code: OR10 Hoist - Promo Code: ONESREADY Trench Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADY The content provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The host, guests, and affiliated entities do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided. The use of this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship, and the podcast is not liable for any damages resulting from its use. Any mention of products or individuals does not consti...