David Koger, branch head of the Targets and Special Missions Branch at Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, receives his 35-year Length-of-Service Award from Jill Patterson, acting Sustainment Group director, during a ceremony at China Lake, California, May 19, 2026. The award recognizes 35 years of federal service. Koger served 21 years as a Navy officer, retiring as a lieutenant commander, and continues to serve as a civilian leading logistics for F-35 electronic warfare programs.
| Date Taken: | 06.01.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 06.11.2026 12:12 |
| Photo ID: | 9743178 |
| VIRIN: | 260601-O-BD511-2636 |
| Resolution: | 4284x5712 |
| Size: | 6.07 MB |
| Location: | CHINA LAKE, CALIFORNIA, US |
| Hometown: | OXNARD, CALIFORNIA, US |
| Web Views: | 6 |
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