I dont even know where to start with this thread.

First of all Bro, forget the cutting. Your a skinny little runt to begin with.
I have NEVER heard of a 6' 165lbs guy cutting.
Thats retarded dude. (no disrepect intended)

You want to lose 15lbs and be 150lbs at 6'???
Bro, you'll never be able to carry your backpack very far

And this "for the military and need to be light and lean"???
Shouldnt it be STRONG and lean.

You need strength, muscle mass, and a high cardio capacitiy. The lean part (at 165lbs) will work its self out as you grow bigger.