Welcome to the premier hub
for
airmen-driven innovation in PACAF 

SHOGUN SPARK

 

 Our Services

Problem Solving

Our team of experts will work with you to come up with possible solutions and improvements.

Research

Our experts will guide and work with you through the research phase to identify all the moving parts of the projects.

Collaboration

We will find and create meetups with other agencies, squadrons, or units that could help make the project a winning solution. Completed solutions will be shared with other units to increase the impact.

Legal

Contracting and legal office ensure the project follows applicable rules and laws.

Prototyping

We will work with you to create a prototype of the minimum viable product (MVP) that showcases the solution and gains buy-in from the affected unit/squadron to propel the project to its final vision.

Education

We can train you in what we do; or request specific training and we will help you find an instructor or class.

 Innovation Projects
Project jet power

Rays to Jet Power

A mobile solar generator solution, providing as much as 64 kW of uninterrupted power through the use of solar panels, backup batteries, and a failsafe generator. This option replaces the traditional diesel-powered generator while occupying half as much space.

Project laser fod

Project LFOD

A laser-based FOD detection system that detects virtually 100% of FOD while traveling at 60 MPH. Integrated GPS removes human error and improves route accuracy. The system also analyzes pavement conditions to allow proactive repairs to runways.

Project power IO line

Project IO Line

A software solution that provides digitized electrical grid schematics on a platform that can mimic circuit operations. This program allows electricians to plan switching operations for scheduled and unscheduled power outages, minimizing risks to personnel and the chance for operational error.

Project Viper

Project Viper

To ensure hot refueling capabilities on any airfield, project VIPER is a small-footprint equipment kit that seamlessly pairs with existing R-12 refueling vehicles to support 2 lanes of hot pits for 2 separate aircraft with a single fuel truck.

Project Venom

Project Venom

To meet the specific fuel needs of military aircraft, this system utilizes existing equipment inventory items to create a fuel additive injection cart. Using the same technology as commercially available additive injection carts, project VENOM costs just $7,000 versus $64,000 for off-the-shelf alternatives. Additionally, the Venom kit is designed to be paired with the VIPER kit to meet hot pit refueling needs.

Project kinetic cargo

Project Kinetic Cargo

A modernized cargo deployment solution that utilizes commercially available, off-the-shelf technology to create a 98% reduction in man-hours needed to measure and weigh cargo for deployment.

 Our Team

Director, Wing Innovations

Capt. Meaghanne Ruiz

Senior Enlisted Leader, Wing Innovations

SMSgt. Edward J. Grant

NCOIC, Innovation Support

SSgt. Brenden Collins

NCOIC, Innovation Operations

SSgt. Michael Snell

3D Printing Lab Manager

SrA. Zachary N. Flores

 Volunteer Team

3D Printing

SrA. Jacob Helzer
SrA. Alexander Nunn
A1C. Wyatt Clariday
MSgt. Evan Millars
Capt. David Lococo
MSgt. Derek Miles
SrA. Vondreaco Buenaabrigo
SrA. Thomas Hubbard
SSgt. Andrei Rieger
SSgt. Jacob Castro
A1C. Dayonte Guy
A1C. Enkhbayar Dulguun
SSgt. Dylan Gelinas
SSgt. Brendan Webb

Cloud Architecture
Data Analysis

Mr. Rafael Tokashiki

Metals

TSgt. Justin Sprinkel
TSgt. Michael Montgomery
TSgt. Albert Aragon

Software and Programming

SSgt. Alexander Parris
TSgt. Nicholas Schafer
MSgt. Zachary Johnson
Mr. Rafael Tokashiki

 18 Wing Group Representatives

TSgt. Darren Hernandez

18 MXG

TSgt. Cameron Olson

18 MSG

MSgt. John Reeves

18 MDG

MSgt. Lionel Green

18 MDG

Maj. Geoffrey Johnston

18 MDG

MSgt. Nicholas Wallace

18 OG

MSgt. Kyle Torrey

18 CEG

TSgt. Cody Frediani

18 CEG

TSgt. Keun Choi

18 WSA

SSgt. Khristian Franken

353d SOW

MSgt. Wesley Edwards

353 SOAMXS

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Change begins with you. Our team works directly with you to develop a problem and get your solution realized. SHOGUN SPARK partners with local agencies like CE, contracting, legal, and others to help you navigate the obstacles along the way.

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