GOODFELLOW AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- The 17th Training Wing celebrated those who were selected for the rank of senior master sergeant in the 2025 E-8 selection cycle on March 10. This year, only 1,635 individuals were selected out of 14,041 eligible master sergeants. Out of the 17th Training Wing, five individuals were among those selected.
As senior master sergeants, the selectees will apply their leadership and management skills throughout their careers as they prepare for expanded responsibilities and higher leadership roles. They will mentor and lead junior officers and enlisted Airmen, who often look to them for guidance.
The selectees were honored with a celebratory red carpet walk and cheered on by family members, friends and fellow 17th TRW Raiders.
Congratulations on achieving the distinguished rank of senior master sergeant!
Senior Master Sgt. select Anthony Montano, 312th Training Squadron
Senior Master Sgt. select Kara Jolly, 17th Training Group
Senior Master Sgt. select Justin Sims, 17th Healthcare Operations Squadron
Senior Master Sgt. select Lesli Pape, 17th Training Wing Equal Opportunity
Senior Master Sgt. select Eric Vega, 17th Force Support Squadron