Super Saber Performer Published Feb. 27, 2014 By Staff Reports 52nd Fighter Wing Public Affairs SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, -- Name: Tech. Sgt. Jason Birge Unit: 52nd Component Maintenance Squadron Duty title: Senior weapon systems controller Hometown: Upper Lake, Calif. Years in Service: 13 years Why joined: I had a desire to serve my country and join the military. I chose the U.S. Air Force because I desired to challenge my knowledge and work on aircraft Family: My wife Alejandra (Alex) and three kids Amaya, Logan, and Mason Hobbies: Building a working 3-d printer, working on my car Favorite aspect of job: As a MOC Weapon Systems Controller I coordinate with multiple wing agencies, helping to push the 52nd Maintenance Group mission forward. I enjoy seeing how all the smaller pieces make the bigger picture. Most memorable Air Force experience: Seeing my family and children when returning from a deployment. How do you make responsible choices: I read the mistakes people make from the QA safety reports/safety notifications and attempt to apply those to my situation.