Thunderbolt of the Week: Staff Sgt. Joseph Bihms

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Staff Sgt. Joseph Bihms, 56th Component Maintenance Squadron, Aerospace Propulsion journeyman

Hometown: San Diego, Calif. 

Years in service: Four years 

Education: Pursuing an associate degree in computer science at Estrella Mountain Community College 

Inspirations: Family and friends 

Goals: To complete my bachelor's degree within two years 

Greatest feat: Making staff sergeant 

Self-description: Honest and hardworking. "There's nothing I wouldn't do for someone." 

Famous last words: "Yes, it's really better than Windows." 

Off-duty interests: Computers, video games and spending time with my girlfriend 

Commander's comments: 'Sergeant Bihms is an outstanding NCO," said Lt. Col. James Baumgardner, 56th CMS commander. "His constant dedication is unsurpassed. Hecontinually provides excellent customer service to all. Sergeant Bihms' expertise is counted on daily as he trains new Airmen on every aspect of the duty section while maintaining a quality assurance pass rate well above the section's goal. He portraysthe professionalism and positive military image expected of all Airmen."