About this Unit
The 624th Civil Engineer Squadron (624th CES) is a unit of the United States Air Force Reserve, assigned to the 624th Regional Support Group at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. Activated in 1994, the 624th CES provides vital civil engineering support, including base infrastructure maintenance, emergency repair, and rapid airfield recovery capabilities. Over the years, the squadron has deployed personnel and resources to support both peacetime and contingency operations, including disaster response and overseas deployments in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. The 624th CES continues to play a crucial role in ensuring mission readiness and operational support for U.S. Air Force installations throughout the Pacific region.
Historical Facts
• Formation: The 624th Civil Engineer Squadron (624th CES) was activated as part of the Air Force Reserve and is currently assigned to the 624th Regional Support Group at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii.
• Pacific Presence: The 624th CES plays a key role in providing civil engineering support across the Pacific theater, enabling operational readiness for U.S. Air Force missions in the region.
• Disaster Response: The unit has participated in humanitarian and disaster relief missions, including supporting recovery efforts after typhoons, earthquakes, and other natural disasters in the Pacific.
• Red Horse Support: Members of the 624th CES have trained and deployed alongside the Air Force’s RED HORSE units, specializing in rapid runway repair and expeditionary base construction.
• Joint Operations: The squadron frequently works with Army, Navy, and Marine counterparts, enhancing interoperability during joint exercises and real-world contingencies in the Indo-Pacific Command area.
• Deployment History: The 624th CES has supported overseas operations, including deployments to Southwest Asia in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom.
• Engineering Expertise: The squadron includes specialists in electrical, mechanical, structural, and environmental engineering, allowing them to build and maintain critical infrastructure in austere environments.
• Environmental Stewardship: The 624th CES is involved in environmental protection and sustainability initiatives, ensuring adherence to environmental regulations at their home station and deployed locations.
• Community Outreach: Members of the 624th CES actively participate in community service projects in Hawaii, including engineering support for local schools and veterans’ organizations.
• Training Excellence: The squadron is recognized for its rigorous training programs, preparing Airmen for both peacetime and wartime civil engineering challenges, and earning accolades within the Air Force Reserve community.
