This Veterans Day, ARC proudly honors its employees and their family members who have served in the U.S. military. ARC remains committed to hiring veterans because their unique backgrounds and experiences strengthen our organization.

Larry Breit, Senior Software Engineer

“I served for four years in the Air Force as a Morse systems operator. My four years in the Air Force instilled in me a profound sense of order and discipline that I carry with me daily. The experience required precision, patience and unwavering focus, often in high-stakes situations. Each day reinforced the importance of teamwork, attention to detail and accountability, shaping both my personal and professional growth in ways that continue to influence my approach to challenges and responsibilities.”

Aaron Burgess, Settlement Modernization Solutions Engineer

“My son, Shane, is a corpsman in the Navy, serving as an emergency medical technician, primarily for Marine support. From an early age, Shane had a natural love for history and military history, and I am very proud of him, knowing he is helping to protect and keep us safe, as well as those in the Marines. He was inspired by his grandfather, my father, who was a WW II veteran, serving in the Navy as a lieutenant commander, and a pilot. He enlisted immediately after the bombing of Pearl Harbor in 1941 and sacrificed not only for his country but his family. His service, as well as the service of all our veterans, continues to be an inspiration to me.”

Nicholas Gare, Senior Data Engineer

“I was a signals intelligence analyst for the United States Army. I served just under four years as a specialist. My service impacted me in a few ways. I was able to become financially independent, physically fit, and mentally tough, and I also overcame some social struggles. Having to interact with so many new people across the country daily, along with being forced to present my work helped me overcome a lot of nervousness I had in social situations. The military is a highly structured system with clear advancement paths. Advancement in one’s civilian career can be a bit trickier to navigate, so I encourage fellow veterans to constantly set improvement goals for themselves and never stop learning.”

BJ Johnston, Senior Manager, Career Development and Learning

“I worked as an air traffic controller for most of my military career.  Later, I was a professional military education instructor at the Air Force Leadership Academy, having served for almost 24 years.  I was fortunate to have served in many countries including England, Germany, Turkey, Korea and Iceland. These experiences expanded my thinking and opened my eyes to different cultures.  Particularly, my experience supporting Operation Provide Comfort and Northern Watch at Incirlik Air Base following Desert Storm changed my view of the world.  For veterans transitioning into civilian life, I would offer that they connect with organizations that support transitioning veterans like American Corporate Partners.  These organizations are free and are funded to support transitioning veterans with mentors.”

Steve Norris, Contractor

“I served in the Navy from 1977 to 1985 and was an aviation machinist mate, working primarily on F-14, A-7, and FA-18 aircraft. I always believed that it was my duty to serve my country, but the real driving force was my uncle. He played a critical role in my decision of which branch of service to join. My service impacted me in many ways. First, it made me aware of how blessed the people of the United States are. I thought I had seen poor and desperate people, but I was wrong. My service taught me to understand that basic needs are not available to everyone. My time in the Nacy also made me mature at a rapid rate. And changed my view on people from all cultures. This makes a person look deeper into other cultures and make you understand that we are all in this together.”

ARC extends its heartfelt gratitude to the veterans at ARC and across the globe for their service.