Isaac Cullen

Isaac Cullen is a proud North Queenslander born in Townsville, but spent his teenage years completing his schooling in Cloncurry

With his great grandparents having served in WWI, his uncle a Vietnam Veteran, a brother recently discharged from Army, a sister-in law in the RAAF and his wife an Army veteran, Isaac’s family has a strong military background,

A keen military aircraft enthusiast, Isaac has continued the military tradition of his family by joining the Australian Defence Force.

With a passion for carpentry Isaac has served 20 years in the Royal Australian Air Force, but commenced his Air Force career training as an Airfield Defence Guard, before remustering as a carpenter in 2009.

“During my service career, I have been fortunate enough to have deployed on three operations in the Middle East and my unit was awarded a gold commendation for its work and that has been a highlight of my career,” CPL Cullen said.

“I represent the Air Force and the Australian Defence Force in Touch Football and was involved in supporting Operation North Queensland Flood Assist 19.

“I have always had a sense of pride wearing the Air Force uniform and serving Australia,” he said

“It is an honour to serve in the RAAF during the commemoration of the Centenary of its formation, continuing to build upon the foundation that has been forged before us, in both war and peace time.

“I see Air Force as a long term career and will continue to strive for success as 2021 starts the Air Force’s second century,” Corporal Cullen said.

Presently based in Townsville, CPL Cullen’s two decades of service in the ADF has seen an extensive career develop, including service in the prestigious Australian Federation Guard.

Military service has prepared him well for his Brazilian Jujitsu training to keep up with his two sons, to whom he devotes all his spare time.

Read Isaac's story: https://news.defence.gov.au/people/building-career-footsteps-family