Veterans Day

This Veterans Day, we’re honored to recognize the veterans who are part of the Design Ready Controls and Design Ready Fabrication teams. Their dedication, discipline, leadership, and commitment to service continue to make a meaningful impact—not only in our workplaces, but also in the communities we share. We’re grateful for the experience and perspective they bring to Design Ready Controls and Design Ready Fabrication, and proud to celebrate the individuals who have served our country.

Chad Beer (Production Lead)

I served in the Army National Guard for 8 years. I joined when I was 17 years old in high school. I joined because I had a lot of family members in the military, and my cousin and I wanted to join together. I did my basic training during the summer between my junior and senior year down in Fort Benning, Georgia. During the summer after my senior year, I did AIT in Fort Sill, Oklahoma. After completing AIT I was assigned to 2-135 In, out of Mankato. I was a 13 Foxtrot, a fire support specialist/ forward observer. I would be on the front lines with infantry and call in artillery on enemy position. My biggest life lesson would be being able to work under pressure while keeping my calm and being able to work as a team. 

Teng Vue (Electrical Engineer Technician)

I served four years in the United States Navy. I joined because I wanted to create a different future for myself rather than simply continuing on to college after high school. As an Engineman, I serviced chillers, hydraulic pumps, and reverse-osmosis water treatment pumps and filters. One of the biggest lessons I learned is to always expect the unexpected. Life will not always go according to plan, so we have to be willing to adjust, stay prepared, and face challenges head-on.

Robert Montanez (Assembler I)

I joined the United States Air Force in 2013 and served for four years as an aircraft fuel systems mechanic. I joined because I wanted to better myself and build a stronger future. One of the biggest lessons I learned during my time in the Air Force is that if you dedicate yourself and work hard enough, you can accomplish anything.