Metals Technology Craftsmen blueprint, manufacture, and perform repairs on off-equipment structural maintenance for B-52H Stratofortress’ assigned to the 5th Bomb Wing valued at $1.96 billion dollars. They oversee the management of $868,000 in precision metalworking equipment and execute an annual budget of more than $200,000. They also fortify the 5th BW's posture and strength by fabricating precision tools, dies and fixtures to meet base-wide mission requirements. (Photo courtesy of the Command Chief’s Office)