445th AW August Spotlight performer Published Aug. 8, 2012 By 445th Airlift Wing Public Affairs WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Rank/Name: 1st Lt. Shawn Cuevas Unit: 445th Aerospace Medicine Squadron Duty Title: Medical Readiness Officer Hometown: San Antonio, Texas Civilian Job: Medical student at the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine Education: Bachelor's degree in economics, United States Air Force Academy Hobbies: Staying fit, boxing, stand-up comedy Career Goal: Continue serving to the best of my ability as a medical readiness officer until I graduate. At that point, I would like to transition into being a flight surgeon. What you like about working at the 445th? The people make the mission. My civilian requirements can be stringent at times. It would not be possible for me to be a drilling reservist without the support of my leadership and I sincerely thank them for all of their support. I also appreciate the diversity of the staff. Personnel come from all sorts of civilian jobs and bring that expertise with them. Working with this diverse group helps me grow as a leader and contributes to the success of the mission. Why did you join the Air Force? My father is a retired master sergeant and my older brother is an active duty technical sergeant. My first job was mopping floors at the Lackland Air Force Base food court. The Air Force has surrounded me my entire life. During high school, I learned about the Air Force Academy and the opportunities it presented. I've been enjoying the ride ever since.