Metals Technology — Fabricating Innovation

Metalwork in a deployed environment can be a challenging undertaking, whether it's fabricating parts for an aircraft or helping another shop innovate their procedures. Metal technology technicians at Al Udeid Air Base engineer products and tools that create innovative solutions. Senior Airman Ryan Strittmatter, a metals technology specialist from the 379th Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron, discusses the solutions he helps design and the creativity and passion he puts into his work.