1457th Engineer Battalion

03/08/2026

03/06/2026

Please join us in congratulating CPT Ryan Jessop the commander of the 115th Engineer Facilities Detachment on his promotion from First Lieutenant to Captain.

This promotion reflects his dedication, leadership, and continued commitment to the Soldiers and mission of the detachment. We look forward to the continued impact of his leadership as he guides the 115th EFD forward.

Congratulations, Captain!

02/20/2026

02/19/2026

Today we’re looking back with pride on the Soldiers of the 1457th Engineer Battalion who deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and executed their mission with professionalism, courage, and grit.

During their deployment, the Battalion conducted critical engineer operations in high-risk environments, including:
▪️ Building protective barriers and infrastructure
▪️ Clearing tunnels and hardened enemy positions
▪️ Conducting convoy security and route operations
▪️ Constructing ranges and security facilities that supported stability efforts

Through long days, dangerous missions, and demanding conditions, these Soldiers demonstrated what it means to be ready, capable, and resilient. Their service stands as a lasting part of our Battalion’s legacy and a reminder of the impact engineers bring to the fight.

We honor their dedication, their sacrifice, and the families who supported them every step of the way.

02/18/2026

02/18/2026

The Battalion proudly owns the Homeland Response Force Search and Extraction mission.

This mission prepares our Soldiers to respond when disaster strikes — whether natural or man-made — by locating, accessing, and safely extracting personnel from collapsed or hazardous environments. Through continuous training, our teams refine technical rescue skills, engineer expertise, and coordinated response procedures to ensure we are ready when our communities need us most.

From breaching operations and structural stabilization to casualty extraction and teamwork under pressure, our Soldiers train to operate efficiently, safely, and professionally in complex emergency scenarios. This mission reflects our commitment not only to warfighting readiness, but to protecting and supporting the citizens we serve at home.

Ready to Respond. Ready to Serve.

Photo Credit SSG Michael Heeter

02/17/2026

Please join us in congratulating our Battalion Maintenance Warrant, CW2 Trace Herrick, on his well-earned promotion!

This achievement reflects unwavering technical expertise, leadership, and dedication to maintaining the readiness and combat effectiveness of our formation. From ensuring equipment is mission-capable to mentoring Soldiers and mechanics across the battalion, CW2 Herrick embodies the standard of excellence our unit strives for every day.

Your hard work does not go unnoticed, and we are proud to serve alongside you. Congratulations on this next step in your career — we look forward to all you will continue to accomplish!

02/16/2026

Saluting Gen. George Washington this Presidents’ Day as we march toward —celebrating 250 years of courage and service on July 4, 2026.

America’s Army: defending freedom since day one.

02/13/2026

The 116th EVCC conducted a Change of Responsibility ceremony, marking the transition of senior enlisted leadership.

We extend our sincere gratitude to 1SG Simper for his dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment to Soldiers during his tenure. His impact on the unit and the standard he set will be felt well beyond this transition.

We also welcome 1SG Mckenna as he assumes responsibility as the unit’s First Sergeant. We look forward to his leadership and continued success as the 116th EVCC moves forward.

Thank you to the Soldiers, Families, and leaders who joined us in recognizing this important milestone