Photo By Harrison Cox | NORFOLK, Va - Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Leo Daniel Sangalang, assigned to the Quality...... read more read more
Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class, Leo Daniel Sangalang, assigned to the Quality Assurance (QA) Department (Code 130) for Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) is this month’s Sailor in the Spotlight.
Sangalang, a Monterey Park, California native, joined the Navy in 2017, immediately after high school. Since joining MARMC in 2022, Sangalang has been a dedicated and contributing member of the QA department.
“I wanted to join the Navy to become a part of something bigger than myself,” said Sangalang. I’ve always had that hero complex in me and always wanted to do something that benefits others.”
Sangalang primarily works with Seabees and engineers who play a critical role for the safety and readiness of MARMC. QA uses diagnostics and precise testing protocols to identify issues and ensure proper functionality post-repair.
“Mostly, we complete weight tests,” said Sangalang. “We are in control of all weight handling equipment. After we conduct a test, no matter how miniscule, we always ensure the equipment is in serviceable condition so it is ready for the fleet.”
Leo Daniel acknowledges that there are many daunting challenges working in QA. However, he has enjoyed pushing himself and strives to learn more every day.
“In quality assurance, the challenge is the reward,” said Sangalang. “I look forward to coming into work and completing tasks. I push myself to learn and improve every day.”
Maintaining a productive lifestyle outside of work, Leo Daniel enjoys spending time with his family and friends. They serve as a motivation for his military service. Leo Daniel has been married for four years and has one son. Other passions include travelling, playing the guitar, and boxing.
An active participant in church and community events, he took part in the NATO festival for the last two years. If the event is for a charitable cause, his family always enjoys getting involved.
In recognition for his impeccable work in the QA department, Leo Daniel was recently one of the nominees for MARMC’s Blue Jacket of the Quarter. His nomination serves as a testament to his outstanding effort and the valuable input he has made within MARMC.
| Date Taken: | 08.15.2023 |
| Date Posted: | 08.14.2023 11:08 |
| Story ID: | 451313 |
| Location: | NORFOLK, VIRGINIA, US |
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