First Knight Published Feb. 10, 2009 PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. -- Airman 1st Class Jimmy Granara was selected for this week's First Knight award. This award is designed to recognize outstanding Airmen each week for the work they do every day. Name: Airman 1st Class Jimmy Granara Unit: 20th Space Control Squadron, Eglin AFB, Fla. Duty Title: Space Console Operator (SCO) Hometown: Medford, Mass. Time in Air Force: 20 months Time Assigned to Unit: 15 months Hobbies: Basketball, Golf, Hockey, and Football Favorite Music and Movie: Dropkick Murphys and Boondock Saints Last Good Book: Drive: The Story of My Life by Larry Bird How has joining the Air Force impacted my life?: The Air Force has impacted my life in many ways. It has given me the ambition to work hard at everything I do and that no task is impossible. I know I can accomplish my goals with hard work, perseverance and a positive attitude. The Air Force has shown me the bigger picture in life and has made me a better person for it. Why selected: "As space console operator for Bravo Crew, A1C Granara provides space control to combatant and theater commanders through critical space situational awareness. Jim recently monitored a successful Space Shuttle Endeavour mission to the International Space Station. His keen attention to detail and situational awareness guaranteed a safe return for seven astronauts. Additionally, A1C Granara has developed and employed unique radar configurations to gather and provide information to JFCC-Space on possible space threats to U.S and Allied war fighters in the war on terrorism. Without people like Jim Granara, we would not be able ensure space superiority. He exemplifies the core values and serves as an outstanding role model for all to follow." - Capt. Michael Wilson, 20 SPCS, Operations Flight commander.