Commercial Crew Program: - PowerPoint Presentation

1. Commercial Crew Program: Overview of countdown and launch operations How the new commercial partnership model has changed the way we conduct human spaceflightThe Panel will consist of the following members:Deborah Crane - Launch Vehicle Chief EngineerAdam Butt - Falcon 9 Launch Vehicle Lead EngineerCatherine Sanders - Launch Vehicle Engineering Propulsion System ManagerMiranda Holton - Launch Vehicle Main Propulsion Sub-Systems ManagerSean Kenny - Launch vehicle propulsion systems engineer Patrick Mills - Falcon 9 Engines Systems Sub-System ManagerJason Thrasher - Atlas Centaur Engine Systems Sub-System Manager1

2. 2CCP Program OverviewCCP Launch Operations OverviewMission Management StructureNASA CCP Engineering Roles & ResponsibilitiesTraining to support on consoleAdapting to Covid-19 GuidelinesSummaryCredit: NASA

3. Benefits of Commercial Crew  3Regular and Reliable TransportationCommercial crew spacecraft will offer regular, reliable crew transportation to and from the International Space Station returning human launches to the United States since the retirement of the space shuttleParallel PathThe agency’s work to turn over low-Earth orbit astronaut transportation to commercial companies, like Boeing and SpaceX, allows NASA to use other resources to develop the Orion spacecraft and Space Launch System rocket for Artemis missions to the Moon and on to Mars Microgravity ResearchThese integrated spacecraft and launch vehicles will carry up to four astronauts at a time on NASA missions, with the goal of helping maintain a crew of seven to increase scientific research time on the one-of-a-kind orbiting laboratory

4. How We Do ItNASA collaborates with private industry and sets the safety and mission requirements The companies design, build and own their systemsNASA works closely with companies to develop crew transportation systems that can safely, reliably and cost-effectively carry humans to and from low-Earth orbitCompanies are free to design the transportation system they think is bestEach company must meet NASA’s pre-determined set of requirementsThe companies are encouraged to apply their most efficient and effective manufacturing and business operating techniques throughout the processThe partnership approach allows NASA engineers insight into a company’s development process while the agency’s technical expertise and resources are accessible to a company4

5. Commercial Crew SynopsisCCP Program CapabilitiesProvide for Crew Rotation capability for 4 NASA or NASA-sponsored crewmembersProvide emergency crew return capability for these crewmembers at any time while the commercial spacecraft is docked to the ISSTransporting a limited amount of ISS Program-specified pressurized cargo to the ISSReturning pressurized cargo from the ISSProviding for a crew safe haven capability when the spacecraft is docked to the ISSCCP’s 1100 series and SSP 50808 contain all the requirements to safely perform the stated objectives of the ISS DRMUnder CCtCap, Contractors will demonstrate compliance to these requirements by designing, developing, testing, and evaluating an end to end system Culminating in an agency review for approval to grant NASA certification 5https://blogs.nasa.gov/commercialcrew/

6. CCP Strategic Overview6FeaturesPhased acquisition using competitive down-selection procedures Allowed for a full and open competitionFirm fixed-price, performance-based, with fixed-price Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) element Perform design, development, test, evaluation and certification of a CTS

7. Spacecraft CST-100 StarlinerLaunch VehicleULA Atlas VLaunch PadSpace Launch Complex 41Landing Western United StatesSpacecraft Crew Dragon Launch VehicleFalcon 9Launch PadLaunch Complex 39ALanding Atlantic OceanOur Providers7SpaceXBoeing

8. 8Launch Vehicle: ULA Atlas VCredit: NASA-Joel KowskyCredit: NASACredit: NASA

9. 9Launch Vehicle: SpaceX Falcon 9Credit: NASA/Joel KowskyCredit: NASACredit: NASA/ Bill Ingalls

10. CCP Organizational Structure10

11. CCP Launch Operations OverviewMission Management StructureNASA CCP Engineering Roles & ResponsibilitiesTraining to support on consoleAdapting to Covid-19 GuidelinesCCP Launch Operations OverviewCredit: NASA

12. Operational Mission Cycle 12Vehicle Build & Acceptance(Issues, Risk, Change)Flight Readiness Review (CoFR)Launch Day Support (Console - CCP Launches Only)Flight Data Reviews(All Launches)Design certification completeCredit: NASACredit: NASAcredit: NASA/Kim Shiflett

13. CCP Mission Management PhilosophyCommercial Providers are considered the experts including the launch vehicle, spacecraft, and crew support equipmentAccountable for Crew, Spacecraft & Launch Vehicle safety, and mission successHave authority to operate nominally within the mission certification, Launch Commit Criteria (LCC), Flight Rules, and approved operations productsCCP is responsible for holding the Commercial Provider accountable by performing insight activities, including evaluating and accepting areas of increased risk Insight activities include participating in Commercial Provider Mission Management and Launch Operations Teams providing NASA GO for launch and approval of increased risk decisions during real-time operations.There are three key NASA Commercial Crew Program groups responsible for mission implementation activities, pre-launch through crew recovery:Launch, Landing and Recovery, and Rescue ServicesMission Management TeamMission Support Team  MSFC Support13

14. CCP Mission Management StructureNOM – (NASA Operations Manager)CE – (CCP Chief Engineer)LCVE – (Launch Vehicle CE)(+ others not discussed today’s launch vehicle panel)NOM is the head of the CCP MMTHas authority from the CCP Manager and is the only NASA voting member of the MMTOnly the NOM has the authority to accept additional risk to the crew, vehicle, or mission14123NASA Mission Management TeamNASA Mission Management TeamProvider Mission Management Team

15. CCP Mission Support TeamThe CCP MST provides technical expertise to the NASA MMT. MST representatives are responsible for providing program insight during real-time crew transportation missions and providing critical GO/NO GO polls from NASA. The MST monitors real-time mission operational voice loops and launch vehicle/spacecraft data to maintain situational awareness to provide technical expertise and evaluation of riskConsulted Prior to:Commercial Provider launch operationsMMT GO/NO GO polls15NASA MSTIntegrated Performance CELaunch Vehicle CEGround Ops CESpacecraft CELSP CE (Advisory)Source: CCT-PLN-2110 REV A “Commercial Crew Program Mission Implementation Plan

16. CCP Mission Support Engineering Technical Authority16Source: CCT-PLN-2110 REV A “Commercial Crew Program Mission Implementation PlanYellow Box: Positions at MSFC in HOSC

17. OPERATIONAL FLOW: GO/NO GO POLLINGNASA MMT Polls:For GO/NO GO polling, the NASA representatives supporting the Commercial Provider MMT arepolled by the NOM, who provides the integrated NASA response “One-NASA vote”17Source: CCT-PLN-2110 REV A “Commercial Crew Program Mission Implementation PlanKey Launch Vehicle Polling EventsReadiness to proceed into countdownGo for Prop LoadingGo for Crew to enter Launch Site (Crew Ops)Go for Launch (enter terminal count)2134

18. NASA Mission Support Team Roles 18Source: CCT-PLN-2110 REV A “Commercial Crew Program Mission Implementation Plan

19. NASA CCP Engineering Roles & ResponsibilitiesHave knowledge of CCP Certification ProductsMonitor launch day operations:Be aware of watch items and their measures of performance:VariancesRiskNon-conformancesHazard ControlsAnything with increased risk over certificationKnow Launch Commit Criteria for your systemWarnings, Alarms, AbortsUnderstand possible cause and responsesBe aware of common cause potential for other systemsKnow what sensors are available to validate/verify situationFollow partner anomaly discussionsReport to Chief Engineer whether situation violates launch criteriaCoordinate with other disciplines (avionics, ground systems, etc.)“GO / NO GO” PollKnow how to be responsive to an issue and proper recording and reporting19Credit: NASA Norah Moran

20. NASA CCP Engineering Roles & ResponsibilitiesWhen issues occur on Commercial Provider spacecraft or launch vehicles, this general process is to be used by the MST for CCP evaluation and risk discussion: Issue identified:Warning - Alarm - Caution - Off-nominal condition Pull data on the failure and other systems that could provide clues to what the exact failure is Consider and report any known associated issues specific to this vehicleReference schematic of the system and assess interactions with other systemsLocate CAD of hardware, wiring, etc. as required for clarity/understandingResearch Qualification and ATP data – were there issues in ATP or Qual. Address applicable Flight Rules/LCCs and operational impacts Address ISS Joint Ops impacts – is this an issue for ISS or not? Communicate with other related experts (engineering, safety, medical, operations, Commercial Provider) and elevate issue Is there increased risk or operation outside of the nominal baseline to continue?Report to Chief Engineer20Source: CCT-PLN-2110 REV A “Commercial Crew Program Mission Implementation Plan

21. Training to support on console 21Commercial Crew Program Training Requirements(2) Console Familiarization Training Actual launch operations of CCP systems. (SpaceX Static Fire, ULA WDR, with an experienced operator at the console etc.)(2) SIM TrainingNo hazardous operations. Includes simulated anomalies.Mission Reading MaterialEx. LCC Guide, Voice Communications, System manual, vehicle overviews etc. In addition to CCP training requirements, the CCP Chief Engineer also require the following training: Pre-flight & Post flight data review (provider specific) Launch Commit Criteria focused Integrated Engineering SIM Engineering Launch BriefingBriefing will be a day or two prior to launch Launch Shadowing (i.e. CCP LV engineers sit attend similar launches of Atlas V and Falcon 9) All completed training must be documented in CCP’s Training Log for COFR closeoutIn the event, training is not completed a waiver must be submitted and approved

22. COVID Precautionary MeasuresIn order to contain the virus, CCP has implemented procedures to minimize our footprint in facilities, maintain cleanliness and implement social distancingCCP has worked with each facility team to identify ways to limit our footprint and others around us JSC Bldg. 30 example - CCP entering back freight elevator location and remaining in 3rd floor at all times to separate CCP, FOD and either flight control teams training in Bldg. 30. ISS FCT entering in other side of buildingTeams have been instructed to maintain Social Distancing even during operations when possible6 Foot Spacing and wearing of masks has been implementedCCP has developed new seating plans to help to ensure 6’ distancing where possibleFacility cleaning plans have been evaluated and additional cleaning measures implemented22WASH YOUR HANDS with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use an alcohol-based HAND SANITIZERWear your mask as required upon entering facilities6 FeetPractice Social DistancingIF YOU’RE SICK, You Must Self-Isolate and Monitor at Home and Report to Your Supervisor

23. Adapting to Covid-19 GuidelinesHuntsville Operations Support Center (HOSC!) Guidelines were referenced and interpretedBy CCP, MSFC & JSEG ManagementPersonnel risk was assessedMSFC Mission Support Team were heardTRAVEL TO KSC WAS NOT RECOMMENDEDRemote launch support was stood up promptlyMust provide sufficient capability to match KSC participationStreaming Data & Video FeedsEquivalent communications loopsMust be reliablePlanned response if loss of HOSC support (Comm, Data, Video)HOSC team was Met NeedQuickly and FlexiblyDuring quarantineSupport during ALL OpsSIMSDress RehearsalsStatic FireLaunch 23 56 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 4 1 2

24. HOSC CONTROL ROOM CCR/M203 24Credit: NASACredit: NASA

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