Sentences with phrase «for private military companies»

Private military contractors — also known by the acronym PMCs - are the staff that work for private military companies or security firms.

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Raytheon, the private company contracted to develop it, scrambled to find a commercial application for their innovation, accidentally coming up with the microwave oven and, along with other new military - born products like Teflon, revolutionizing the food industry.

Also, Neuberger filings show three private company board appointments for Stavridis since his military service ended.

It is also incredibly lucrative for the owners and operators of so - called private military companies — and the money to pay for their activities ultimately comes from taxpayers through government contracts.

BOSTON, MA --(Marketwire - Jan 25, 2012)- UFood Restaurant Group, Inc. (OTCBB: UFFC) announced today that the company has signed an agreement for global military base development of 26 UFood Grill units with MBUF, LLC, a private investment group of military veterans and a subsidiary of Dark Horse Capital Partners.

This registration option is for ANY youth sports professionals including staff from park and recreation agencies, community - based organizations, military installations and private companies who work with children in any capacity and includes:

In addition, one must take into account the large economic footprint of the private defense industry from companies like Lockheed Martin and Boeing who are dependent on the military for contracts to keep them going, as well as the kind of industries that one doesn't think of when they think of military spending and dependence on the military like food service contracts or transportation spending.

This could boost the role of private technology companies as states expand funding for military research in order to keep pace with their rivals.

The company creates a legal product for which there's is a demand by both private citizens and our military.

The company says the technology should be available for military use in about two years and for private use shortly thereafter.

Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Lake Forest, California, with a manufacturing plant in Pyongtaek, South Korea, it is the world's first commercial manufacturer of bulk metallic glass products and has about a dozen pilot projects under way for the U.S. military and for private companies.

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Given the picture's enduring popularity, there's really no point in rehashing the plot — OK, for the uninitiated (all two of you): Ripley (series star Sigourney Weaver) heads back into space and leads a team of military grunts against the nasty extra-terrestrials — but there's always room to rehash many of the highlights: Weaver's terrific performance in the central role; the contrast between the heroic Corporal Hicks (Michael Biehn) and the cowardly Private Hudson (Bill Paxton); the escalating villainy of company man Burke (Paul Reiser); scripter Cameron's ability to keep piling on confrontations and director Cameron's ability to milk them for maximum tension; and, of course, those wonderful alien creations.

Though it's # 2 on Amazon's list, it's not a college town — but it is the home of the Department of Defense, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and the Institute for Defense Analyses, according to Wikipedia, which points out that Alexandria is «largely populated by professionals working in the federal civil service, the U.S. military, or for one of the many private companies which contract to provide services to the federal government.»

While the VA does not lend money for VA loans, it backs loans made by private lenders (banks, savings and loans, or mortgage companies) to veterans, active military personnel, and military spouses who qualify.

Now private military companies (PMC's) control most of the combat around the world, working simply for the highest bidder.

Raiden is contracted for VIP protection, military training and other duties by PMSCs (Private Military and Security Companies) in a developing country piecing itself back together after a bloody cimilitary training and other duties by PMSCs (Private Military and Security Companies) in a developing country piecing itself back together after a bloody ciMilitary and Security Companies) in a developing country piecing itself back together after a bloody civil war.

MICROGRIDS: An Indiana company known for installing microgrids for the U.S. military sees an opportunity in mass producing the technology for private companies.

Bitcoin wallet Xapo has allowed a journalist to visit a secret former military bunker in the Swiss Alps that the company uses to store Bitcoin for its private clients.

Aircraft mechanics repair and inspect airplanes for military, for commercial airlines or private companies.

As a test pilot at a private company, I had a crucial responsibility of testing airworthiness and safety of aircrafts that were later used for public transportation and military operations.

No decision maker from the private sector company would want to study military background to understand what you actually did and how important it was for the unit / team.

In the world's less stable regions, diplomats, expatriate workers, company executives, celebrities, and other potential targets for militant or criminal violence depend upon security services rendered by private military contractors.

(PMSCs) work for Private Maritime Security Companies, I am ex - United States Navy and I did 2 tours overseas with Nuclear weopons onboard, and we had anti aircraft missles, guns, from hand guns to machine guns to canons and drones and torpedos, I patrolled in the Persian gulf, Indian Ocean, the gulf of Aden, the Coast of Viet Nam and Guarded mine fields in the Straights of Hormuze and turned around ships military, civ...

Automotive Mechanic — Duties & Responsibilities Perform full service automotive maintenance and repair across varied civilian and military platforms Serve as lead fleet mechanic responsible for more than 90 corporate vehicles Diagnose and repair all makes and models of cars, light trucks, heavy diesel trucks, and heavy equipment Prepare automobiles for fleet work and for private and public resale Utilize expertise in electronics, A / C, hydraulics, pneumatics, and fuel injection systems Continually develop proficiencies in the latest automotive diagnostic and repair technologies Set and strictly adhere to project timelines and budgets ensuring timely and cost effective operations Negotiate contracts with suppliers and contractors resulting in significant reduction of company expenses Maintain insurance, registration, EPA standards, and service records for each fleet vehicle Lead staff training in safety, MSDS information, OSHA requirements, and general vehicle information Set staff workloads and schedules ensuring cost effective and efficient project completion Prepare project records, invoices, and other pertinent documentation Maintain company equipment, facilities, and products in an organized and professional fashion Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Professional Experience Kellogg, Brown & Root (Baghdad, Iraq) 2011 — Present Logistics, Procurement & Supply • Oversee logistics, procurement, and supply operations for a multimillion dollar private military contracting company • Participate in the closeout of Operation New Dawn in logistics support to the US Army • Administer material control, inventory control, and manage shipping / receiving of varied military materials • Train new personnel ensuring they understand and implement industry best practices • Establish departmental protocols for ordering, receiving, protecting, preserving, and accounting of government property • Check all parts and material for damage and verifies quantity, part numbers and serial numbers • Prepare status reports on parts, analyze logistics and inventory problems, and recommend solutions • Set, maintain, and issue material to local and outlining clients theater wide • Inspect material to guarantee compliance with specifications and maintain records of shipping / receiving details • Track government property assets in accordance with the PCP guidelines

Required skills: Renovation expertise and long - range planning are needed to improve properties that were allowed to deteriorate during the 1990s and to ensure viability for the 40 - plus — year leases that the military often grants to private management companies.