SQNLDR Simeon Prucha joined the Air Force as an apprentice engine fitter, obtaining his commission in 2008. He holds Masters in both Business Management and Defence Studies and is a Distinguished Graduate of the Australian War College. SQNLDR Prucha is currently the Executive Officer for the No. 25 Squadron RAAF, and Base Executive Officer for RAAF Base Pearce, RAAF Base Gingin and RAAF Base Learmonth.