SERVES AS A RESEARCH PILOT IN THE FLIGHT OPERATION

Duties

• Serves as a Research Pilot in the Flight Operations Branch, which is responsible for the execution of multiple aeronautics and airborne science research projects.
• Provides guidance in documentation preparation for specific tests, defines requirements, and assists in the accomplishment of mission objectives by active participation as a test pilot.
• Assigned to flight research programs involving objectives, hardware, and instrumentation for which few, if any, previous policies or precedents have been established and often involve state of-the-art equipment and/or take place in remote areas.
• Advises the Director for Flight Operations and the Chief Pilot on all phases of aircraft and science data gathering activities, flight instructional techniques, air traffic control procedures, and regulations.
• Maintains proficiency in multiple aircraft and demonstrates expertise in handling all types of in-flight and on-ground emergencies.
• Evaluates operational compatibility, technical feasibility, and economic viability of structural and instrumentation modifications to research aircraft
• Determines the effect various aircraft modifications and flight profiles have on safety-of-flight, aircraft performance and handling characteristics, and overall aircraft flight readiness.
• Foster a culture of engagement, diversity, inclusiveness, excellence and innovation. Champion NASA's commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility to create an environment that promotes a commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork.