Sambur announces resignation

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WASHINGTON (AFPN) --  Dr. Marvin R. Sambur announced his resignation Nov. 17 as assistant secretary of the Air Force for acquisition. Dr. Sambur came to the Air Force in 2001 from private industry.

"Marv Sambur is a highly accomplished professional and a patriot who gave up a lucrative career to serve his country in a time of war. He led our acquisition team with innovation, creativity and honor," Air Force Secretary Dr. James G. Roche said.

"He took on the tough challenges and vastly improved our acquisition processes and structure. As a result of his leadership, our Airmen are better equipped and employ the leading-edge transformational weapon systems essential to successfully counter the new threats that face us," Secretary Roche said.

"Our nation, our Air Force and our Airmen will benefit from his dedication and superior service for decades to come. America's Air Force will miss him, and we wish him all the best," Secretary Roche said.

Dr. Sambur is scheduled to depart Jan. 20 or sooner if his successor is confirmed.