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<\/a><\/figure>Bazley is hard of hearing, which has at times presented challenges in his daily work \u2013 particularly during his stint as an Environmental and Thermal Operating Systems flight controller for the space station. \u201cWorking on console [in the Mission Control Center], you must listen to dozens of voice loops at a time, sometimes in different languages,\u201d he said, adding that the standard-issue headset for flight controllers was not compatible with his hearing aids. Bazley adapted by obtaining a headset that fit over his hearing aids, learning how to adjust the audio system\u2019s volume, and limiting over-the-air discussions when possible.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Bazley has been part of the NASA team for 17 years, filling a variety of roles that support the International Space Station. One of his proudest achievements occurred early in his tenure. Bazley was an intern at Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama, in 2006 when the space station\u2019s Water Recovery System was being tested. The system converts the station\u2019s wastewater into drinkable water for the crew. When he arrived at Johnson one year later, his first assignment was to assist with the system\u2019s procedure and display development for its incorporation into the space station\u2019s core operations. \u201cNow, 16 years later, it is commonplace for the space station to \u2018turn yesterday\u2019s coffee into tomorrow\u2019s coffee\u2019,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
<\/a><\/figure>His favorite project so far has been integrating the station\u2019s Thermal Amine Scrubber \u2013 which removes carbon dioxide from the air \u2013 into station operations. \u201cI worked it from the beginning of NASA\u2019s involvement, helping the provider with software testing and the integration of a brand-new Mission Control Center communications architecture,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Today, Bazley works to integrate subject matter experts from Johnson\u2019s Flight Operations Directorate (FOD) into the processes of the International Space Station and Commercial Low Earth Orbit Development Programs. \u201cI help pull together FOD positions on topics and coordinate reviews of provider materials to ensure that the operations perspective is maintained as development moves forward,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
While Bazley no longer supports a console, he must continue adapting to difficult hearing environments. He uses the captioning tools available through videoconferencing software during frequent team meetings, for example. \u201cIt\u2019s important to understand that people have visible and invisible disabilities,\u201d he said. \u201cSometimes their request for a remote option is not because they want to avoid an in-person meeting. It may be that they work best using the features available in that virtual environment.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Bazley also chairs the No Boundaries Employee Resource Group, which promotes the development, inclusion, and innovation of Johnson\u2019s workforce with a focus on employees with disabilities and employees who are caregivers of family members with disabilities.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
From these diverse roles and experiences, Bazley has learned to listen to his gut instincts. \u201cIn flight operations, you must work with short timelines when things happen in-orbit, so you have to trust your training,\u201d he said. \u201cUnderstanding when you have enough information to proceed is critical to getting things done.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Bazley looks forward to the further commercialization of low Earth orbit so NASA can focus resources on journeying to the Moon and Mars. \u201cAviation started out as government-funded and now is commonplace for the public. I look forward to seeing how that evolution progresses in low Earth orbit.\u201d <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
His advice to the Artemis Generation is to consider the long-term impact of their actions and decisions. \u201cWhat looks great on paper may not be a great solution when you have to send 10 commands just to do one task, or when the crew has to put their hand deep into the spacecraft to actuate a manual override,\u201d he said. \u201cThe decisions you make today will be felt by operations in the future.\u201d<\/p>\n
Powered by WPeMatico<\/a><\/small><\/p>\n Get The Details…<\/a> A salute is widely recognized as a display of respect, but did you know it also means \u2018hello\u2019 in American Sign Language? It is one of the signs that Jesse Bazley, International Space Station\/Commercial Low Earth Orbit Development Program integration team lead, subtly incorporates into his daily interactions with colleagues at NASA\u2019s Johnson Space Center [\u2026] Continue reading
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