514 CES (MAC)

• Unit Identity: The 514th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) is a key unit within the 514th Air Mobility Wing (AMW), based at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey. The "MAC" stands for Military Airlift Command, the predecessor to Air Mobility Command. • Primary Mission: The 514 CES provides rapid engineering and emergency support, including airfield damage repair, firefighting, and base infrastructure maintenance, ensuring operational readiness for global mobility missions. • Reserve Component: The squadron is part of the Air Force Reserve Command, integrating citizen-airmen who balance civilian careers with military service. • Historical Activation: The 514 CES traces its origins back to the 1950s, supporting the growing needs of airlift and mobility operations during the Cold War. • Humanitarian Efforts: Members of the 514 CES have deployed for disaster relief operations, including support after hurricanes and natural disasters both in the US and abroad. • Global Deployments: The squadron has supported overseas operations in locations such as Iraq, Afghanistan, Southwest Asia, and Eastern Europe, often building and maintaining critical infrastructure. • Innovative Training: The 514 CES regularly participates in joint exercises with Army, Navy, and international partners, honing readiness for rapid deployment and crisis response. • Firefighting Excellence: The squadron maintains a highly trained fire department, certified to respond to both aircraft and structural emergencies on base and in deployed environments. • Decorated Service: The 514 CES has earned multiple Air Force Outstanding Unit Awards for exemplary performance during both peacetime and contingency operations. • Community Engagement: Beyond military duties, squadron members regularly participate in local community service projects, fostering strong ties with the New Jersey area and supporting veterans' initiatives.