49th Mission Support Group
The 49th Mission Support Group supports strategic national security objectives with combat-ready airmen and support to MQ-9 & F-16 formal training units. Provides engineer support, cyber-security, integrated defense, acquisitions, logistics, personnel, and services for over 18K active military, civilians, dependents, and contractors, as well as 24 mission partners from 4 different commands. Executes $24.4M of non-appropriated/appropriated funds, oversees 66K acres, $33M in civilian pay, and $5.4B in infrastructure.
49th Civil Engineer Squadron
The 49th Civil Engineer Squadron has two primary missions to support Air Force Contingency taskings and Team Holloman missions. The first is to prepare Airmen in 16 diverse specialties to deploy in support of contingency taskings. The second is to provide facilities and infrastructure support that make up the Holloman Air Force Base operating platform from which Airmen conduct Air Force missions. The squadron motto, "Engineers… Lead the Way!" synopsizes the unit's sense of pride and mission focus at home and deployed.
Six flights deliver Engineering, Installation Management, Readiness & Emergency Management, Operations, Fire & Emergency Services, and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) expertise to Holloman Air Force Base and the active duty, dependents, DoD civilians, and tenants who live and work on the base. Holloman's three runways and the accompanying air space comprise the most complex aerodrome in Air Education and Training Command.
Operations Flight
The Operations Flight consists of 313 military and civilian engineers who perform maintenance and repair for 64 thousand acres of land, 6 thousand miles of infrastructure, 23 million square feet of pavements and 7.6 million square feet of facilities valued at over $7.4 billion. These engineers routinely respond to emergency utility and infrastructure repairs, and consist of structural, pavement, water, sewer, fire suppression, electrical, fuel distribution, heating, air conditioning, pest management, material control, inspection, project management, and customer service elements.
Fire & Emergency Services Flight
The Fire & Emergency Services Flight’s mission is unequivocal: to safeguard the well-being of the people, property, and environment within Holloman Air Force Base; shielding them from the potential ravages of fires, hazardous materials, and natural disasters, while also providing essential emergency medical care. The unwavering dedication of Fire & Emergency Services revolves around the promotion of safety, the prevention of adverse incidents, and, when crises do arise, the mitigation of harm through timely and efficient intervention. Military members are trained and equipped to support contingency operations around the globe to fulfill Air Force F&ES force posture for MAJCOM and COCOM requirements.
Engineering Flight
The Engineering Flight plans, programs, designs, and executes projects for major repairs and construction of facilities and infrastructure. They also provide surveying, computer-aided design and drafting, and geospatial data in support of the installation’s real property and missions.
Readiness & Emergency Management Flight
The Readiness & Emergency Management Flight ensures Civil Engineers and all military members across the installation are prepared for short-notice deployments and contingency operations. They specialize in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) response and conduct all CBRN training for the installation while informing Wing leadership on local threats and emergency response. The Flight also organizes all Civil Engineer Squadron training to ensure a complete fighting force that is ready for any contingency mission.
Installation Management Flight
The Installation Management Flight provides a broad spectrum of support to the Civil Engineer Squadron and the rest of the installation through its Asset Accountability, Environmental, and Housing Elements. The Housing Element oversees over 1,000 Privatized Housing units and over 900 dormitory rooms. The Environmental Element ensures Environmental Compliance across the installation to enable current and future mission capabilities. The Asset Accountability Element executes Real Property, Personnel, Resources and Information Technology requirements to keep the Civil Engineer Squadron functioning and account for all natural and built infrastructure on the installation.
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Flight
The EOD flight is responsible for rendering safe and disposing of hazardous explosive ordnance on base and in the surrounding counties in support of local authorities. They provide support to tests at the High-Speed Test Track and White Sands Missile Range. The flight is responsible for semi-annually clearing 3 bombing ranges with over 800 targets on over 435,000 acres. EOD also trains to support 9 distinct mission areas and be ready for world-wide deployment in any ground environment.
49th Force Support Squadron
The 49th Force Support Squadron is a cohesive team of professionals, maintaining the capability to deploy worldwide in support of JCS taskings. The squadron provides administrative, personnel and educational services to support more than 17,000 military, civilian and retired personnel, and supports the worldwide mission of the 49th Fighter Wing and the requirements of 26 associate units from 14 commands.
The squadron operates the following flights and programs:
The Manpower & Organization Flight
Serve as honest brokers providing unbiased manpower, organization, and readiness services for all installation assets. The Manpower Office helps functional managers improve productivity through on-site observations, manpower and organizational services, and consultant service studies, adding to the effective and efficient use of Air Force manpower resources. As the Wing’s Continuous Improvement and Innovation (CI2) Process Managers, they are responsible for managing Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) program and have oversight of Innovation submissions helping submitters refine their ideas prior to being pitched to the approving official. The staff also educates, trains, and advises Holloman leadership on the utilization of Manpower resources. The Holloman Manpower Office has built, and continues to build a working environment of trust, teamwork, pride and continuous improvement. A variety of quality-related courses are offered to assist newcomers, supervisors and commanders within the wing.
Military and Family Readiness Flight
The Military and Family Readiness Flight’s mission is to provide targeted support and services that assists service members, and their families adapt to the unique demands of military life; contributing to overall readiness, resilience, and well-being.
The Military & Family Readiness Center (M&FRC) is the installation’s hub for information, referrals and resources and serves all service members, single and married, to include Guard and Reserve members, DoD civilian personnel, military retirees and eligible family members.
Services are provided in the following areas: Air Force Families Forever and Gold Star Families; Air Force Warrior and Survivor Care; Casualty Assistance; Deployment; Emergency and Crisis support; Exceptional Families; Personal Financial Readiness; Information and Referrals; Employment, Relocation, Survivor Benefit Plans; Transition Assistance; Personal Work and Life; Resilience and Voting.
The center is staffed by dedicated professionals available to help provide, guide and empower the community. A variety of workshops, classes and seminars are also available.
Force Development Flight
The Education Services Center offers a variety of educational services to Team Holloman members. The center has a broad academic offering for adults interested in furthering their education.
General Educational Development review and adult classes in English, math, typing, English as a Second Language and citizenship are available. These classes are free of charge through the Adult Basic Education program at New Mexico State University - Alamogordo.
College courses are available on base in a variety of academic disciplines. These courses and programs may lead to associates, bachelors or masters degrees. The following institutions are represented: New Mexico State University (Alamogordo and Las Cruces), Park University, Central Texas College, Troy State University and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
All active duty members are eligible for Air Force tuition assistance. Other financial aid is available through the Veterans Administration, Pell grants, and the Air Force Aid Society. The center provides a full range of services and operates a testing facility for the administration of college credit exams and national placement or certification tests (CLEP, SAT, ACT, NTE, GRE, GMAT, DSST, etc.). You can contact the Education Center at 572-3971. Spouses and adult family members are welcome.
The Joel C. Mayo Professional Military Education Center provides the first level of Professional Military Education (PME) to prepare Senior Airmen, Guardians, and civilians for positions of great responsibility by strengthening their ability to lead, manage, and collaborate.
The 192-hour course curricula include guided discussions, informal and formal lectures, and graded assignments. The curriculum is designed to ensure adaptability for future leadership and management challenges in complex and ambiguous environments through the application of four key objectives: Culture, Mission, Leadership and Problem Solving. Upon completion of Airman Leadership School (ALS), students are awarded 4 semester hours by the Community College of the Air Force.
The PME center conducts seven courses per fiscal year, graduating approximately 300 future leaders. These graduates embody the motto “Enter to Learn and Leave to Lead”, emerging as prepared war-fighting Airmen and Space Professionals who can supervise and lead work teams as all-domain joint warfighting professionals, supporting the employment of Air and Space power.
Community Services Flight
The Community Services Flight at Holloman Air Force Base offers a variety of leisure-time facilities and equipment to cater to the social and recreational needs of the Holloman community. Key facilities include Club Holloman and the community activity center, both of which can be reserved for official functions. The Outdoor Recreation program provides rental equipment and organizes activities such as paintball, rock climbing, an outdoor ropes course, high adventure programs, and a Fam Camp.
Dining options within the Community Services Flight include the 49er Café @ Club Holloman, Oasis Bar & Grill, Strikers Grill, The Attic Bar, and Brewed Awakenings coffee shop, all offering a range of delicious food and beverages. Additionally, the flight manages Strikers Bowling Center, the Auto Hobby Shop, Arts and Crafts, the Aero Club, and the Base Theater. The Information, Tickets & Travel office, located in the Community Activity Center, offers discounts on travel and events, enhancing the overall quality of life for the Holloman community.
Sustainment Services Flight
The Sustainment Services Flight is responsible for providing essential services that support the daily needs and well-being of Airmen and their families. Their key responsibilities include:
Food Services
Managing dining facilities to ensure that nutritious and high-quality meals are available to personnel. This includes overseeing the operation of base dining halls and catering services for special events.
Lodging
Providing temporary accommodations for military personnel, their families, and authorized guests. This includes managing the base lodging facilities to ensure they are clean, comfortable, and meet the needs of the community.
Fitness and Sports
Operating fitness centers and organizing sports programs to promote physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle. This includes offering a variety of fitness classes, maintaining gym equipment, and coordinating intramural sports leagues.
Official Mail Center (OMC)
Responsible for managing and processing official mail for the base. Their duties include handling the receipt, sorting, and distribution of incoming and outgoing official mail, ensuring prompt and accurate delivery to the appropriate offices and personnel. The OMC manages postage accounts, ensuring all outgoing mail is properly stamped and shipped according to regulations, while implementing security measures to protect sensitive and classified information. They provide customer service by assisting base personnel with mail-related inquiries and services, maintaining accurate records of mail transactions for accountability and traceability. Additionally, the OMC ensures that all personnel involved in mail handling are properly trained and adhere to established policies and procedures, staying updated on postal regulations and implementing best practices. Overall, the OMC plays a vital role in ensuring the efficient and secure handling of official correspondence, supporting the communication needs of the Holloman AFB community.
Operations
The Operations Flight plays a critical role in overseeing Mortuary Affairs, Readiness & Plans, and the Unit Training program. This section ensures that essential services are provided efficiently and effectively to support the mission and enhance the quality of life for Airmen and their families.
Mortuary Affairs
The Mortuary Affairs office is responsible for the dignified and respectful handling of deceased personnel. This includes coordinating the recovery, identification, preparation, and transportation of remains. The office ensures that all mortuary services are conducted in accordance with Air Force policies and standards, providing support to the families of the deceased during their time of need.
Readiness & Plans
The Readiness & Plans office is tasked with preparing the squadron for deployment and contingency operations. This includes developing and maintaining comprehensive plans for various scenarios, conducting readiness training, and ensuring that all personnel are prepared to execute their duties in support of the mission. The office also coordinates with other base agencies to ensure seamless integration of support services during deployments and emergencies.
Unit Training Program
The Unit Training Program is responsible for the professional development and training of squadron personnel. This includes identifying training requirements, scheduling and conducting training sessions, and tracking the progress of all members. The program ensures that all personnel are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their duties effectively and advance in their careers.
The Operations Flight provides comprehensive support services that are vital to the mission readiness and well-being of the base community. By managing Mortuary Affairs, Readiness & Plans, and the Unit Training Program, this flight ensures all personnel are prepared, supported, and capable of meeting the demands of their roles.
Honor Guard
The Steel Talons Base Honor Guard at Holloman Air Force Base is responsible for providing military honors at funerals, ceremonies, and other official events. Their duties include presenting the colors, performing rifle volleys, and conducting flag-folding ceremonies. The Honor Guard represents the Air Force and upholds the traditions and standards of military service, ensuring that all ceremonies are conducted with the utmost respect and precision.
Marketing
The Force Support Marketing Office is responsible for promoting and publicizing the various programs, services, and events offered by the FSS. Their duties include:
- Creating Marketing Materials: Designing and producing flyers, posters, brochures, and digital content to advertise FSS activities and services.
- Managing Social Media: Maintaining and updating the FSS's social media platforms to engage with the base community and provide information about upcoming events and programs.
- Event Promotion: Coordinating with different FSS sections to ensure that events are well-publicized and attended.
- Customer Engagement: Gathering feedback from the base community to improve services and tailor programs to meet the needs of Airmen and their families.
- Brand Management: Ensuring that all marketing materials align with the Air Force's branding guidelines and effectively communicate the mission and values of the FSS.
Overall, the Marketing Office plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for the Holloman AFB community by ensuring that Airmen and their families are informed about and can take advantage of the services and programs available to them.
Civilian Personnel Flight
Civilian personnel provide advice and assistance to commanders, supervisors and employees on federal personnel rules, regulations, and procedures concerning Department of the Air Force and Department of Defense civilian employees.
Civilian Personnel Flight consists of two sections:
The Civilian Personnel Section (CPS) services over 900 APF civilian employees (including mission partners) and the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Human resources office services over 200 NAF Personnel.
Services from both sections include personnel Staffing/Recruitment & Placement efforts, onboarding new civilian employees by vetting and determining eligibility, Position maintenance, appointed Suitability Adjudicators for Installation, advises/assists in Employee Management/Labor Relations issues. Also, manages the civilian Discipline/Adverse Actions, Performance Management, and the handling of multiple Collective Bargaining Agreements, to include union negotiations.
The flight also offers training and classes for several employee or management related topics. The Civilian Personnel Flight manages and ensures the installation’s compliance with employment laws, Office of Personnel management rules, DCPAS policies, DOD directives, Air Force and MAJCOM regulations/policies.
Military Personnel Flight
The Military Personnel Flight (MPF) within the Force Support Squadron at Holloman Air Force Base is responsible for managing a wide range of personnel services and programs that support the needs of military members and their families. Their key responsibilities include:
- Managing the assignment and reassignment process for military personnel, ensuring that members are placed in positions that align with their skills and career progression while meeting the needs of the Air Force.
- Administering the promotion process and managing performance evaluations to ensure that personnel are recognized and rewarded for their achievements and contributions.
- Facilitating the in-processing of new arrivals to the base and the out-processing of personnel who are departing, ensuring a smooth transition and compliance with all required procedures.
- Providing assistance with a variety of personnel-related inquiries and services, including updating personal information, issuing identification cards, and managing personnel records.
- Managing leave and pass programs, ensuring that personnel can take authorized time off while maintaining operational readiness.
- Offering career counseling and development services to help personnel plan and achieve their career goals, including guidance on education and training opportunities.
- Providing support and assistance to the families of deceased or injured personnel, ensuring that they receive the necessary benefits and services during difficult times.
- Maintaining accurate records of personnel assignments, duty statuses, and locations to ensure accountability and readiness.
Resource Management Flight
The Resource Management Flight manages the FSS financial portfolio spanning multiple programs for Morale Welfare & Recreation, childcare, fitness & dining, and family support services. The Resource Management Section advises and assists the 49th Wing commander and 49th FSS commander on responsible allocation of both Appropriated and Nonappropriated (APF & NAF) funds in support of quality of life for base service members while tracking expenditures, maintaining accurate financial records, and providing financial reporting to enable informed decision-making regarding services offered by the FSS. The Resource Management Flight houses the NAF Accounting Team, APF-Resource Advisor, and FSS IT Support Staff that reinforce financial accountability, sound analysis, and full budget management and all direct IT related support.
Child & Youth Services Flight
The 49th Force Support Squadron, Child and Youth Programs mission is to assist DoD, military, and civilian personnel in balancing the competing demands of the accomplishment of the DoD mission and family life by managing and delivering a system of quality, available, and affordable programs and services for eligible children and youth birth through 18 years of age.
Child and Youth Programs operates the Child Development Center, birth through 5 years of age. fulltime, parttime, and hourly care is offered. The Family Child Care Program provides families an opportunity to enroll their child in a program that closely resembles their home. Family Child Care Providers must be certified by the Mission Support Group Commander and are inspected and trained just as all the other programs. Family Child Care Provides care for children 2 weeks through 12 years of age. The School-Age Program provides care for children in kindergarten through 6th grade. To enroll in the School-Age Program, children must have attended their first day of kindergarten to be eligible. Care is offered year-round; before and after school, fulltime for weeks out of school, and fulltime, parttime, and hourly care during the summer months. Youth Programs is available to children 9 years through 18 years of age. Programming involves specialty camps during the summer months, the Torch/Keystone Clubs is for pre-teenagers/teenagers, and Youth of the Year programming to prepare teenagers for leadership roles and volunteer opportunities to add to their resume when applying for college scholarships. Youth Programs offers additional programming, such as the Babysitters course, providing youth with the skills necessary to babysit. The certification includes CPR and First Aid training. Youth Programs also has a sports program. The Sports program is run year-round, offering a variety of programming, to include basketball, soccer, etc. The goal of the sports program is to provide youth the opportunity to participate in team events, gaining fundamental skills of the specific sport and how to be a team player.
School Liaison Manager is also a valuable member of the Child and Youth Programs. The School Liaison Manager assist families in all matters relating to school issues, transfers from other states, and graduation requirements. The School Liaison Manger can be reached at 575-430-5102 or via email at 49WG.SL.SchoolLiaison@us.af.mil.
49th Security Forces Squadron
The 49th Security Forces Squadron provides law enforcement and security forces for the 49th Fighter Wing. The squadron protects the F-16 Viper and MQ-9 Reaper, as well as Test Group, Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources and other mission partner resources. The squadron is considered a large-sized unit with over 300 military and civilian personnel assigned. The 49 SFS is committed to and focused on defending the force 24-hours a day, 365-days-a-year.
Security forces personnel manage physical security and resource protection programs involving more than 21,000 military and civilian personnel and $7.3 billion in U.S. Air Force resources. They also prepare policy positions on security, protection and law enforcement programs for the base, and provide combat arms training to Holloman personnel. Security forces is directly responsible for securing a 66K acre installation which contains AETC's most diverse airfield.
49th Communications Squadron
The 49th Communications Squadron provides communications services to connect Team Holloman to enable 49th Wing flying training missions, 704th Test Group test missions, and the Air Force’s sole Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resource Group, supporting their call to provide support “anytime, anywhere, at a moment’s notice.”
Squadron personnel maintain airfield radar and radio systems, emergency response systems, navigational aids, meteorological radars and sensors, network infrastructure, small computer systems, and cryptographic equipment including secure telephones, and land mobile radios.
The squadron also manages and operates the base information transfer center, telephone switchboard and systems, blackberries, radio frequencies, and base communications security program.
Some unique functions include worldwide maintenance of the Solar Optical Observing Network and maintenance of the specialized command, control communications, computer and intelligence equipment supporting F-16 and MQ-9 pilot training.
49th Contracting Squadron
The 49th Contracting Squadron provides responsive contracting support and mission-focused business leadership to the 49th Wing and 25 tenant units. The squadron is responsible for the procurement of commodities, services, and construction requirements, executing an average of 600 contract actions and $65 million annually. Additionally, the squadron manages an active contract portfolio valued at $500 million.
Professionals of the 49th Contracting Squadron lead teams comprised of customers, end users, subject matter experts, and resource advisors to develop and execute acquisition strategies, in accordance with public law, the Federal Acquisition Regulation, and policies of the Department of Defense and the Department of the Air Force.
Additionally, the squadron manages the Wing’s Government Purchase Card (GPC) program, directing more than 400 approving officials and cardholders in executing approximately 14,000 transactions and $16 million annually. The squadron also directs the Wing’s Quality Assurance and Small Business Programs, allocating an average of more than 90% of eligible fiscal year purchases to U.S. small businesses.
Finally, the squadron is responsible for training, equipping, and deploying mission-ready contingency contracting officers, in support of worldwide combatant commander requirements and emergency operations.
49th Logistics Readiness Squadron
The 49th Logistics Readiness Squadron (LRS) provides comprehensive logistics support to include Distribution Management, Fuels Management, Materiel Management, and Vehicle Management, sustaining the 49 WG and 26 tenant units.
Deployment and Distribution Flight
The Deployment and Distribution Flight consists of 91 military and civilian professionals. It is responsible for the centralized command and control, planning, and execution of all wing deployment operations and the distribution of cargo, passengers, and personal property. The Vehicle Operations section is the single source for safe and efficient organic ground transportation of personnel and cargo within and between installations. The flight also executes DoD traffic management policy to obtain transportation services for household goods movements in addition to operating the Small Air Terminal and Passenger Movement functions in support of peacetime and contingency operations.
Fuels Management Flight
The Fuels Management Flight consists of 76 military and civilian professionals. It is responsible for providing clean, dry, and serviceable fuel and cryogenic products The Fuels Service Center is the focal point of all operations, ensuring successful receiving, transferring, sampling, testing, accounting, and storage of fuel assets for the wing. The flight also manages a $3M refueling fleet and issues over 6M gallons of air and ground fuel annually, directly supporting the $2.4B aircraft fleet.
Materiel Management Flight
Materiel Management is the largest flight in the Logistics Readiness Squadron with over 127 military and civilian supply professionals. It is directly responsible for 7 warehouses, 176 equipment accounts, and 39 bench stock accounts valued at $585M. The flight provides 24/7 support to 6 AMUs to ensure the execution of the DoD’s largest flying training mission. They also propel the wing’s deployment machine by maintaining 86.5K mobility assets and 1.3K weapons for training missions and real-world taskings.
Vehicle Maintenance Flight
The Vehicle Maintenance Flight consists of 58 military and civilian professionals. It is responsible for maintaining the wing’s 821 peacetime and WRM vehicles valued at $90M. They also manage a $560K annual budget while coordinating the repair, disposition, redistribution, and replacement of wing vehicles.