MILLINGTON, Tn. – As Americans reflect on the service of military men and women this Veterans Day, some may not realize that they are fellow residents with those who serve in the U.S. Navy Reserve.
Capt. Phillip Faucheux, a resident of Spokane Valley, Washington supports and defends freedom around the world, as a Naval aviator who is responsible for assisting sailors in meeting medical, training, and administrative requirements in order to be qualified for active duty service.
Faucheux is a 1988 St. Charles Catholic High School graduate and native of Laplace, Louisiana. Faucheux also earned a degree from Louisiana Tech University in 1992 majoring in professional aviation.
Reservists seamlessly support and actively aid military missions while continuing to lead their own independent lives in the civilian world, according to Navy officials.
“The Navy Reserve is a 100K strong team of sailors embedded across the fabric of society, loyal and dedicated patriots, serving both in uniform and civilian jobs, ready to defend the homeland and deploy across the world in a moment’s notice,” said Vice Adm. Luke McCollum, Chief of Navy Reserve.
The Navy Reserve provides strategic depth to America’s Navy as it protects the American homeland and advances economic prosperity by preserving freedom of the seas.
“It is a constant challenge to balance the three pillars of reserve military service: family, Navy, and civilian employment,” said Faucheux. “It requires coordination and long-range planning to ensure that all of your commitments are met. Family is the number one priority, so keeping your civilian employer apprised of your duty dates and providing advance notice when able, fosters a positive rapport with your employer and encourages them to support your reserve military career, while allowing you to make time to place your family first.”
As a Navy reservist Faucheux serves with Naval Operational Support Center Spokane.
Faucheux is playing an important part in America’s focus on rebuilding military readiness, strengthening alliances and reforming business practices in support of the National Defense Strategy.
A key element of the Navy the Nation needs is tied to the fact that America is a maritime nation, according to Navy officials, and that the nation’s prosperity is tied to the ability to operate freely on the world’s oceans. More than 70 percent of the Earth’s surface is covered by water; 80 percent of the world’s population lives close to a coast; and 90 percent of all global trade by volume travels by sea.
“Our priorities center on people, capabilities and processes, and will be achieved by our focus on speed, value, results and partnerships,” said Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer. “Readiness, lethality and modernization are the requirements driving these priorities.”
Though there are many ways for sailors to earn distinction in their command, community and career, Faucheux is most proud of serving as commanding officer of VR-54, a Navy C-130 squadron based in Belle Chase.
“I was fortunate enough to be selected for aviation command screen,” said Faucheux. “Throughout my career, I have strived to take care of our sailors. By putting 'People-First', one often finds that the mission gets accomplished with efficiency and success. Serving as a 'Command-at Sea' CO is the pinnacle of a Navy officer's career, and I would not have had the opportunity to do so without the support and hard work of every enlisted sailor that I had the privilege to serve.”
Serving in the Navy is a continuing tradition of military service for Faucheux who has military ties with family members who have previously served. Faucheux is honored to carry on that family tradition.
“Other than a grandfather serving in WWII, I was the first in my family to volunteer to serve,” said Faucheux. “My brother followed after me, enlisting in the Marines. It is a legacy of service that I hope to continue with successive generations in my family.”
As a member of one of the U.S. Navy’s most relied upon assets, Faucheux and other sailors know they are part of a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes providing the Navy the nation needs.
“Quite simply, the greatest reward of my nearly 30-year career has been the outstanding shipmates I have been honored to serve with,” added Faucheux. “I have seen every corner of the world and it's expanded my horizons. I've learned that taking care of every sailor you come into contact with, and making a positive impact in their professional and personal lives is the true mark of a rewarding career. To leave an indelible mark on those you serve is the true gift of a long Naval career.”
Faucheux is a 1988 St. Charles Catholic High School graduate and native of Laplace, Louisiana. Faucheux also earned a degree from Louisiana Tech University in 1992 majoring in professional aviation.
Reservists seamlessly support and actively aid military missions while continuing to lead their own independent lives in the civilian world, according to Navy officials.
“The Navy Reserve is a 100K strong team of sailors embedded across the fabric of society, loyal and dedicated patriots, serving both in uniform and civilian jobs, ready to defend the homeland and deploy across the world in a moment’s notice,” said Vice Adm. Luke McCollum, Chief of Navy Reserve.
The Navy Reserve provides strategic depth to America’s Navy as it protects the American homeland and advances economic prosperity by preserving freedom of the seas.
“It is a constant challenge to balance the three pillars of reserve military service: family, Navy, and civilian employment,” said Faucheux. “It requires coordination and long-range planning to ensure that all of your commitments are met. Family is the number one priority, so keeping your civilian employer apprised of your duty dates and providing advance notice when able, fosters a positive rapport with your employer and encourages them to support your reserve military career, while allowing you to make time to place your family first.”
As a Navy reservist Faucheux serves with Naval Operational Support Center Spokane.
Faucheux is playing an important part in America’s focus on rebuilding military readiness, strengthening alliances and reforming business practices in support of the National Defense Strategy.
A key element of the Navy the Nation needs is tied to the fact that America is a maritime nation, according to Navy officials, and that the nation’s prosperity is tied to the ability to operate freely on the world’s oceans. More than 70 percent of the Earth’s surface is covered by water; 80 percent of the world’s population lives close to a coast; and 90 percent of all global trade by volume travels by sea.
“Our priorities center on people, capabilities and processes, and will be achieved by our focus on speed, value, results and partnerships,” said Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer. “Readiness, lethality and modernization are the requirements driving these priorities.”
Though there are many ways for sailors to earn distinction in their command, community and career, Faucheux is most proud of serving as commanding officer of VR-54, a Navy C-130 squadron based in Belle Chase.
“I was fortunate enough to be selected for aviation command screen,” said Faucheux. “Throughout my career, I have strived to take care of our sailors. By putting 'People-First', one often finds that the mission gets accomplished with efficiency and success. Serving as a 'Command-at Sea' CO is the pinnacle of a Navy officer's career, and I would not have had the opportunity to do so without the support and hard work of every enlisted sailor that I had the privilege to serve.”
Serving in the Navy is a continuing tradition of military service for Faucheux who has military ties with family members who have previously served. Faucheux is honored to carry on that family tradition.
“Other than a grandfather serving in WWII, I was the first in my family to volunteer to serve,” said Faucheux. “My brother followed after me, enlisting in the Marines. It is a legacy of service that I hope to continue with successive generations in my family.”
As a member of one of the U.S. Navy’s most relied upon assets, Faucheux and other sailors know they are part of a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes providing the Navy the nation needs.
“Quite simply, the greatest reward of my nearly 30-year career has been the outstanding shipmates I have been honored to serve with,” added Faucheux. “I have seen every corner of the world and it's expanded my horizons. I've learned that taking care of every sailor you come into contact with, and making a positive impact in their professional and personal lives is the true mark of a rewarding career. To leave an indelible mark on those you serve is the true gift of a long Naval career.”