Photo By 1st Lt. Jonathan Sauls | August 19th, 2025, PFC Chris Pimentel stands in front of a range located in Rodriguez...... read more read more
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In the complex, rapidly evolving landscape of modern warfare, few roles are as cutting-edge or as critical as that of an Electromagnetic Warfare Specialist. For PFC Chris Pimentel, a 17E in the U.S. Army, the mission is not just about jamming enemy signals or defending digital terrain; it’s also about personal transformation.
Originally coming from a background in software development, PFC Pimentel joined the Army seeking more than just a career pivot. He was looking for stability, growth, and change.
“I’ve been through a lot, and I wanted to turn that into something positive for myself and my wife,” PFC Pimentel shared. “The Army has really helped. Coming from a background in software development, the Army gave me direction, discipline, and a clearer path forward. It’s made a big difference for both of us. I want to continue to grow as a human and as a professional.
Lastly, when you hit rock bottom it doesn’t mean it’s over. From down there, if you want it bad enough, you find the will and courage to build the foundation for a solid future. Nothing lasts forever and better days will come. You CAN’T give up on yourself.”
As a 17E Electromagnetic Warfare Specialist, PFC Pimentel is part of a vital team responsible for controlling and protecting the Army’s use of the electromagnetic spectrum. His duties involve detecting, analyzing, and countering enemy communications and radar systems to ensure friendly forces can operate without interference while denying the same capability to adversaries.
In layman's terms, PFC Pimentel works on the digital front lines. His job supports both offensive and defensive operations, using tools that can disrupt enemy signals, prevent communications, or defend against cyber-physical threats.
Electromagnetic warfare is an arena where technology and tactics intersect, and soldiers like Pimentel are trained to understand both. It’s a role that demands technical fluency, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt quickly. Skills that PFC Pimentel honed during his years in the civilian tech world and continues to refine in uniform.
Now charting a new course within the Army, PFC Pimentel represents the kind of thoughtful, mission-driven professionalism that’s increasingly vital to 21st-century defense. His journey from loss to purpose speaks not just to personal resilience, but to the opportunities the military can offer those ready to serve with intention.
| Date Taken: | 08.19.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 08.19.2025 05:48 |
| Story ID: | 545912 |
| Location: | KR |
| Hometown: | ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, US |
| Hometown: | WESTON, FLORIDA, US |
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