PORT HUENEME, Calif. - Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC), Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center (EXWC) employee Erik Cortez was presented a Superior Civilian Medal for Valor by NAVFAC EXWC Commanding Officer, Capt. Jay Mitchell for performing acts of valor on October 11, 2015. The citation, signed by NAVFAC Commander and Chief of Civil Engineers, Rear Adm. Bret Muilenburg, stated throughout the crisis, Mr. Cortez demonstrated remarkable bravery, exceptional determination, and an astounding sense of calmness. (Right to Left) Cortez, wife Danely Cortez, son Erik Julian and dau

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PORT HUENEME, Calif. - Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC), Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center (EXWC) employee Erik Cortez was presented a Superior Civilian Medal for Valor by NAVFAC EXWC Commanding Officer, Capt. Jay Mitchell for performing acts of valor on October 11, 2015. The citation, signed by NAVFAC Commander and Chief of Civil Engineers, Rear Adm. Bret Muilenburg, stated throughout the crisis, Mr. Cortez demonstrated remarkable bravery, exceptional determination, and an astounding sense of calmness. (Right to Left) Cortez, wife Danely Cortez, son Erik Julian and daughter Sammara. Navy Photo by Michael Ard (Released)

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