325th Civil Engineer Squadron

• Heritage: The 325th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) is part of the 325th Fighter Wing, based at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, supporting air dominance and F-22 Raptor operations. • Mission: The squadron is responsible for maintaining and repairing base infrastructure, including runways, buildings, and utility systems, critical for the wing’s readiness. • Disaster Response: The 325th CES played a key role in Hurricane Michael recovery efforts in 2018, working tirelessly to restore base operations after the Category 5 storm devastated Tyndall AFB. • "Prime BEEF" Team: The squadron houses a Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force (Prime BEEF) team, deployable worldwide for rapid airfield repair, disaster response, and contingency operations. • Fire Protection: The squadron’s Fire Emergency Services flight provides fire prevention, aircraft rescue, and emergency response for Tyndall AFB and surrounding areas. • Environmental Stewardship: 325th CES oversees environmental compliance and natural resources management, ensuring mission success while protecting local wildlife and habitats. • Innovative Construction: The squadron implemented new construction techniques and materials following Hurricane Michael, helping set DoD standards for hurricane-resilient facilities. • Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD): The squadron maintains an EOD flight, which handles unexploded ordnance, supports Secret Service missions, and trains with local law enforcement for public safety. • Recognition: Members of the squadron have earned numerous Air Force-level awards for excellence in engineering, emergency management, and leadership. • Community Engagement: The 325th CES regularly partners with local communities for training and mutual aid, reinforcing strong civilian-military relationships in the Florida Panhandle.