MILLINGTON, Tenn. – A Brownsville, Texas, native is serving aboard USS Iwo Jima, a U.S. Navy Wasp class amphibious assault ship.
Petty Officer 3rd Class Phillip Tamez is a 2004 Hana High School graduate. Today Tamez serves as an Electronics Technician.
Electronics technicians, supervise, and manage the preventive and corrective maintenance of radar, navigation, computer, communication, and intelligence systems.
Tamez joined the Navy three year ago for the opportunities serving provides.
"I joined the Navy to provide for my family," said Tamez.
According to Tamez, the values required to succeed in the military are similar to those found in Brownsville.
“I learned to be respectful and respect authority,” said Tamez.
Iwo Jima is the seventh Wasp-class amphibious assault ship and the second ship in the U.S. Navy to bear that name. The ship was named for the Battle of Iwo Jima of World War II.
According to Navy officials, amphibious assault ships are designed to deliver U.S. Marines and their equipment where they are needed to support a variety of missions ranging from amphibious assaults to humanitarian relief efforts. Designed to be versatile, the ship has the option of simultaneously using helicopters, Harrier jets, and Landing Craft Air Cushioned, as well as conventional landing craft and assault vehicles in various combinations.
Tamez’s favorite part of working in the Navy is meeting people.
“The best thing about this being able to meet new people,” said Tamez.
Though there are many opportunities for sailors to earn recognition in their command, community and careers, Tamez is most proud of getting qualified.
“I’m most proud of getting qualifications that I need to be successful in the Navy,” said Tamez.
As a member of the U.S. Navy, Tamez, as well as other sailors, know they are a part of a service tradition providing unforgettable experiences through leadership development, world affairs and humanitarian assistance. Their efforts will have a lasting effect around the globe and for generations of sailors who will follow.
“I love serving the Navy and I’m proud to be doing it," added Tamez.
Electronics technicians, supervise, and manage the preventive and corrective maintenance of radar, navigation, computer, communication, and intelligence systems.
Tamez joined the Navy three year ago for the opportunities serving provides.
"I joined the Navy to provide for my family," said Tamez.
According to Tamez, the values required to succeed in the military are similar to those found in Brownsville.
“I learned to be respectful and respect authority,” said Tamez.
Iwo Jima is the seventh Wasp-class amphibious assault ship and the second ship in the U.S. Navy to bear that name. The ship was named for the Battle of Iwo Jima of World War II.
According to Navy officials, amphibious assault ships are designed to deliver U.S. Marines and their equipment where they are needed to support a variety of missions ranging from amphibious assaults to humanitarian relief efforts. Designed to be versatile, the ship has the option of simultaneously using helicopters, Harrier jets, and Landing Craft Air Cushioned, as well as conventional landing craft and assault vehicles in various combinations.
Tamez’s favorite part of working in the Navy is meeting people.
“The best thing about this being able to meet new people,” said Tamez.
Though there are many opportunities for sailors to earn recognition in their command, community and careers, Tamez is most proud of getting qualified.
“I’m most proud of getting qualifications that I need to be successful in the Navy,” said Tamez.
As a member of the U.S. Navy, Tamez, as well as other sailors, know they are a part of a service tradition providing unforgettable experiences through leadership development, world affairs and humanitarian assistance. Their efforts will have a lasting effect around the globe and for generations of sailors who will follow.
“I love serving the Navy and I’m proud to be doing it," added Tamez.