MISSION SUPPORT
FY 1996 ESTIMATES
RESEARCH AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
PROGRAM GOALS
To acquire and maintain a civil service workforce which reflects the cultural diversity of the Nation and is sized and skilled
consistent with accomplishing NASA's research, development, and operational missions with innovation, excellence, and efficiency.
STRATEGY FOR ACHIEVING GOALS
The Research and Program Management (R&PM) program provides the salaries, other personnel and related costs, travel and the
necessary support for all of NASA's administrative functions and other basic services in support of research and development
activities at NASA Installations. This civil service workforce is the underpinning for the successful accomplishment of the Nation's
civil aeronautics and space programs. These are the people who plan the programs; conduct and oversee the research; select and
monitor the contractors; manage the various research, development, and test activities; and oversee all of NASA's operations. The
salaries and benefits of this workforce comprise approximately 76% of the requested funding. Administrative and other support is
22% of the request. The remaining 2% of the request is required to fund travel necessary to manage NASA and its programs and
provide the training and other supporting costs for NASA personnel.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND PLANS
The Deficit Reduction Executive Order of 1993 required Federal agencies to reduce their workforce by 4% by the end of
FY 1995. Additionally, 10% of the reduction was to be taken in the GS-14 and above pay grades. The FY 1994 VA-HUD
Independent Agencies Appropriation Act (P.L. 103-124) required that the Agency's employment at the end of FY 1994 be 22,900 full-
time equivalencies (FTE's), with at least a 30% reduction in the Space Station program. NASA exceeded all goals established by the
President and the Congress with a total personnel complement of 22,892.
Through the implementation of hiring constraints and the overwhelmingly successful implementation of the Voluntary Separation
Incentive Program (buyout), NASA reached the goals established for FY 1995 by the end of 1994. We have reduced employment by
approximately 8%. Of that reduction, at least 10% were in pay grades GS-14 and above. In concert with the redesign and
restructuring of the Space Station we have reduced the FTE level for this program by approximately 45% from the
FY 1994 appropriation request.
The focus of FY 1995 and FY 1996 activities are to assure the effective and efficient distribution/redistribution of a diverse and
sufficiently trained post buyout workforce to meet the highly specialized demands of NASA's research, development, and operational
programs and activities in concert with National Performance Review (NPR) streamlining guidance and direction.
During 1995, each NASA Installation is undergoing a workforce review including both civil servants and contractor support. It is
anticipated that the preliminary conclusions from this review will be reached by mid-1995; revised estimates for FTE distribution
by installation and by program will be provided as soon as possible after the review is completed.
The FY 1996 budget estimate of $2,202.8 million represents an increase of $13.8 million over the FY 1995 budget plan of $2,189.0
million. Of the increase: $10.3 million is for the full year costs of the FY 1995 pay raises and $27.9 million represents the costs of
pay raises anticipated for January 1996. The increases above are offset by savings of $2.6 million associated with the reduction of
47 FTE, $3.2 million due to reducing requirements for travel and $18.6 million due to further belt tightening in the Research
Operations Support account. The FY 1995 budget reflects the rescission of one million dollars for two of eight NASA administrative
aircraft. An ongoing study of the use and need of the remaining aircraft will be conducted prior to phasing out additional planes.
This increase over FY 1995 is less than both inflation and the cost of required pay increases. This request does not include costs
associated with pay increases greater than 2.6% in January 1995 and 2.2% for January 1996.
In summary, the FY 1996 budget requirement of $2,202,800,000 is to provide for 23,028 FTE civil service workyears in order to
support the activities at nine NASA Installations and Headquarters.
The following describes, in detail, the cost elements within this program.
I. Personnel and Related Costs
A. Compensation and Benefits:
1. Compensation:
a. Permanent Positions: This part of Personnel and Related Costs covers the salaries of the full-time permanent civil
service workforce and is the largest portion of this functional category.
b. Other Than Full-Time Permanent Positions: This category includes the salaries of NASA's non-permanent workforce.
Programs such as Presidential Management Interns, students participating in cooperative training, summer employment,
youth opportunity, and temporary clerical support are covered in this category.
c. Reimbursable Detailees: In accordance with existing agreements, NASA reimburses the parent Federal organization
for the salaries and related costs of persons detailed to NASA.
d. Overtime and Other Compensation: Overtime, holiday, post and night differential, and hazardous duty pay are
included in this category. Also included are incentive awards for outstanding achievement and superior performance.
2. Benefits: In addition to compensation, NASA, as authorized and required by law, makes the employer's contribution to
personnel benefits. These benefits include contributions to the Civil Service Retirement Fund, the Federal Employees
Retirement System, employees' life and health insurance, payments to the Medicare fund for permanent employees, and
social security contributions. Payments to the civil service retirement fund for re-employed annuitants and severance
pay to former employees involuntarily separated through no fault of their own are also included.
B. Supporting Costs:
1. Transfer of Personnel: Provided under this category are relocation costs required by law, such as the expenses of selling
and buying a home, subsistence expenses, and the movement and storage of household goods.
2. Investigative Services: The Office of Personnel Management is reimbursed for activities such as security investigations of
new hires and revalidation of sensitive position clearances, recruitment advertising, and Federal wage system surveys.
3. Personnel Training: Training is provided within the framework of the Government Employees Training Act of 1958. Part
of the training costs are for courses offered by other Government agencies, and the remainder is for training through
nongovernment sources.
II. Travel
A. Program Travel: The largest part of travel is for direction, coordination, and management of program activities including
international programs and activities. The complexity of the programs and the geographical distribution of NASA
Installations and contractors necessitate this category of travel. As projects reach the flight stage, support is required for
prelaunch activities including overseas travel to launch and tracking sites. The amount of travel required for flight projects
is significant as it is directly related to the number of systems and subsystems, the number of design reviews, and the
number and complexity of the launches and associated ground operations.
B. Scientific and Technical Development Travel: Travel to scientific and technical meetings and seminars permits employees
engaged in research and development to participate in both Government sponsored and nongovernment sponsored activities.
This participation allows personnel to benefit from exposure to technological advances which arise outside NASA, as well as
allowing personnel to present both accomplishments and problems to their associates and provides for the dissemination of
technical results to the United States community.
C. Management and Operations Travel: Management and operations travel provides for the direction and coordination of
general management matters and travel by officials to review the status of programs. It also includes travel by functional
managers in such areas as personnel, financial management, and procurement. This category also includes the cost of
travel of unpaid members of research advisory committees; and initial duty station, permanent change of assignment, and
related travel expenses.
III. Research Operations Support
A. Facilities Services: Facilities Services provides basic security, fire protection, and other custodial services. It also provides
maintenance of roads and grounds and of all administrative buildings and facilities. Finally, it provides rental of
administrative buildings and all utility costs of administrative buildings.
B. Technical Services: Technical Services provides the Administrative Automatic Data Processing capability that supports
Accounting, Payroll, Budgeting, Procurement, and Personnel as well as all the other Administrative functions. It also funds
the Graphics and Photographic support to these functions. Finally, it funds the Installationwide safety and public
information programs.
C. Management and Operations: Management and Operations funds the telephone, mail, and logistics systems, the
administrative equipment and supplies, and the transportation system including the general purpose motor pools and the
program support aircraft. It also funds the basic medical and environmental health programs. Finally, it funds printing and
reproduction and all other support, such as small contract and purchases for the Center Directors staff and the
Administrative functions.
SUMMARY OF BUDGET PLAN BY FUNCTION
FY 1994 FY 1995 FY 1996
(Thousand of Dollars)
I. Personnel and related costs 1,634,005 1,654,500 1,690,100
II. Travel 38,903 48,700 45,500
III. Research operations support 502,726 486,800 467,200
Subtotal 2,175,634 2,190,000 2,202,800
Proposed rescissions - research operations support 0.0 -1,000 0.0
Total 2,175,634 2,189,000 2,202,800
DETAIL OF BUDGET PLAN BY FUNCTION
FY 1994 FY 1995 FY 1996
I. Personnel and related costs 1,634,005 1,654,500 1,690,100
A. Compensation and benefits 1,583,957 1,604,366 1,654,343
1. Compensation 1,313,676 1,340,712 1,378,288
2. Benefits 270,281 263,654 276,055
B. Supporting costs 50,048 50,134 35,757
1. Transfer of personnel 10,157 13,134 6,262
2. Investigative services 2,260 1,876 1,947
3. Personnel training 37,631 35,124 27,548
II. Travel 38,903 48,700 45,500
A. Program travel 26,421 34,170 32,050
B. Scientific and technical development travel 3,675 4,086 3,763
C. Management and operations travel 8,807 10,444 9,687
III. Research operations support 502,726 485,800 467,200
A. Facilities services 163,961 160,634 151,381
B. Technical services 172,249 161,325 155,799
C. Management and operations 166,516 163,841 160,020
Total 2,175,634 2,189,000 2,202,800
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION
RESEARCH AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT - FY 1996 ESTIMATES
DISTRIBUTION OF BUDGET PLAN BY FUNCTION BY INSTALLATION
(Thousands of Dollars)
FUNCTION TOTAL NASA JSC SSPO KSC MSFC SSC ARC DFRC LARC LERC GSFC HQ
Personnel and related costs
FY 1994 1,634,005 255,257 14,532 164,254 240,268 14,010 131,412 29,215 180,228 178,521 260,135 166,173
FY 1995 1,654,500 251,218 26,557 166,337 233,207 15,682 136,464 33,023 188,138 176,571 271,559 155,744
FY 1996 1,690,100 259,756 27,014 169,512 239,452 15,782 139,688 33,373 191,666 181,083 281,348 151,426
Travel
FY 1994 38,903 4,987 1,648 2,617 4,712 399 3,677 655 3,698 3,202 6,469 6,839
FY 1995 48,700 6,278 3,694 3,862 5,437 533 3,998 586 3,770 3,880 7,509 9,153
FY 1996 45,500 5,866 3,452 3,608 5,081 497 3,735 547 3,522 3,626 7,016 8,550
Research operations support
FY 1994 502,726 78,400 0 82,700 55,500 17,100 29,098 6,126 30,518 37,684 48,300 117,300
FY 1995 485,800 79,100 0 80,300 53,500 15,800 28,564 5,221 28,445 34,870 50,400 109,600
FY 1996 467,200 75,600 0 77,500 51,800 15,900 26,864 5,108 26,698 33,030 45,300 109,400
Total
FY 1994 2,175,634 338,644 16,180 249,571 300,480 31,509 164,187 35,996 214,444 219,407 314,904 290,312
FY 1995 2,189,000 336,596 30,251 250,499 292,144 32,015 169,026 38,830 220,353 215,321 329,468 274,497
FY 1996 2,202,800 341,222 30,466 250,620 296,333 32,179 170,287 39,028 221,886 217,739 333,664 269,376
SUMMARY OF BUDGET PLAN BY INSTALLATION
FY 1994 FY 1995 FY 1996
Johnson Space Center (JSC) 338,644 336,596 341,222
Space Station Program Office (SSPO) 16,180 30,251 30,466
Kennedy Space Center (KSC) 249,571 250,499 250,620
Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) 300,480 292,144 296,333
Stennis Space Center (SSC) 31,509 32,015 32,179
Ames Research Center (ARC) 164,187 169,026 170,287
Dryden Flight Research Center (DFRC) 35,996 38,830 39,028
Langley Research Center (LaRC) 214,444 220,353 221,886
Lewis Research Center (LeRC) 219,407 215,321 217,739
Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) 314,904 329,468 333,664
Headquarters (HQ) 290,312 274,497 269,376
Total 2,175,634 2,189,000 2,202,800
DISTRIBUTION OF FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT (FTE) WORKYEARS BY INSTALLATION
FY 1994 FY 1995 FY 1996
Johnson Space Center 3,404 3,214 3,209
Space Station Program Office 165 310 310
Kennedy Space Center 2,445 2,367 2,367
Marshall Space Flight Center 3,490 3,300 3,300
Stennis Space Center 199 208 208
Ames Research Center 1,708 1,678 1,677
Dryden Flight Research Center 431 460 460
Langley Research Center 2,820 2,788 2,784
Lewis Research Center 2,615 2,487 2,487
Goddard Space Flight Center 3,839 3,810 3,806
Headquarters 1,776 1,711 1,664
Subtotal, full-time permanent FTEs 22,892 22,333 22,272
Other controlled FTEs 777 742 756
Total, full-time equivalents 23,669 23,075 23,028*
* During 1995, each NASA Installation is undergoing a workforce review including both civil servants and contractor support. It is
anticipated that the preliminary conclusions from this review will be reached by mid-1995; revised estimates for FTE distribution
by installation and by program will be provided as soon as possible after the review is completed.
DISTRIBUTION OF FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT (FTE) WORKYEARS BY PROGRAM
FY 1994 FY 1995 FY 1996
Space station 1,283 1,279 1,285
U.S./Russian cooperative program 15 38 39
Space shuttle/payload and utlization operations 5,282 5,077 5,015
Space science 2,112 2,006 1,948
Physics and astronomy 1,830 1,725 1,676
Planetary exploration 282 281 272
Life and microgravity sciences and applications 1,512 1,467 1,499
Mission to planet earth 1,553 1,549 1,595
Aeronautical research and technology 3,559 3,598 3,633
Space access and technology 1,684 1,681 1,615
Academic programs 76 77 77
Safety, reliability and quality assurance 130 140 138
Mission/space communication services 676 636 644
Subtotal, direct full-time permanent FTEs 17,882 17,548 17,488
Center management and operations 5,010 4,785 4,784
Subtotal, full-time permanent FTEs 22,892 22,333 22,272
Other controlled FTEs 777 742 756
Total, full-time equivalents 23,669 23,075 23,028*
* During 1995, each NASA Installation is undergoing a workforce review including both civil servants and contractor support.
It is anticipated that the preliminary conclusions from this review will be reached by mid-1995; revised estimates for FTE
distribution by installation and by program will be provided as soon as possible after the review is completed.
RESEARCH AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
FISCAL YEAR 1996 ESTIMATES
LYNDON B. JOHNSON SPACE CENTER
ROLES AND MISSIONS
SPACE STATION - Institutional personnel provide engineering and testbed support to the program. This includes test capabilities,
the provision of Government Furnished Equipment (GFE), and engineering analysis support for the work of the prime contractor, its
major subcontractors, and NASA system engineering and integration efforts. The Johnson Space Center (JSC) is the host center for
the Space Station Program Office. A detailed narrative describing these activities is included separately.
The JSC shares the responsibility for operations capability and construction with Kennedy Space Center (KSC) and will develop a set
of facilities and systems to conduct the operations of the Space Station. The JSC will develop systems for on-orbit operations
control of the Space Station.
SPACE SHUTTLE/PAYLOAD AND UTILIZATION OPERATIONS - Provide support to Spacelab, the engineering technical base,
payload operations and support equipment, and advanced programs. Conduct concept studies and development on flight systems
and options for human transportation. Provide for Space Shuttle activities to support a schedule consistent with major program
milestones. Provide development, integration, and operations support for the Mission Control Center (MCC), the Shuttle Mission
Simulator (SMS), and other ground facilities needed for Space Shuttle operations. Provide for Space Shuttle operational flight
program management including system integration, crew equipment modification and processing, crew training, flight mission
planning and operations, and procurement of Orbiter hardware.
SPACE SCIENCE - Support the Agency's planetary science program in the area of geosciences required to support future programs,
provide curatorial support for lunar materials, assist in information dissemination, and interact with outside scientists. The
research focuses on the composition, structures, and evolutionary histories of the solid bodies of the universe.
LIFE AND MICROGRAVITY SCIENCES AND APPLICATIONS - Evaluate human physiological changes associated with the space
flight environment and develop effective countermeasures to assure crew health and optimal performance during all phases of flight.
Define and develop on-board health care systems and environmental monitoring systems; crew medical training; ground-based
medical support of missions; develop a longitudinal crew health data base; and develop medical and psychological crew selection
criteria. The JSC has established a center for the support of biotechnology applications in microgravity in order to study growth
factors, medical chemo/immunotherapeutic, and human tissue transplantation. Integrates life science flight experiments for
Spacelab; operates integrated payload systems; and trains mission and payload specialists in the science aspect of their missions.
Provides mission integration and operations functions for experiments flown on the NASA-MIR program, including Space Shuttle
flights as well as those transported via Russian launch vehicles applications.
SPACE ACCESS AND TECHNOLOGY - Provide technology to support the evolution of current launch vehicles, and the development
of next generation transportation systems. Promote and develop private sector investment in space-based technologies and promote
industrial productivity through the transfer to the nation's commercial sector of technologies that derive from NASA's programs and
activities. Works to establish innovative partnerships and innovative approaches leading to new commercial enterprises, products,
and services.
CENTER MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONS - Provide administrative and financial services in support of Center management and
the Space Station Program Office, and provide for the operation and maintenance of the institutional facilities, systems, and
equipment.
DISTRIBUTION OF FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT (FTE) WORKYEARS BY PROGRAM
JOHNSON SPACE CENTER
FY 1994 FY 1995 FY 1996
Space station 538 372 372
U.S./Russian cooperative program 10 27 28
Space shuttle/payload and utilization operations 1,913 1,915 1,906
Space science 30 34 38
Physics and astronomy 0 0 0
Planetary exploration 30 34 38
Life and microgravity sciences and applications 160 167 167
Mission to planet earth 0 0 0
Aeronautical research and technology 0 0 0
Space access and technology 158 126 126
Academic programs 7 6 6
Safety, reliability and quality assurance 3 4 4
Mission/space communication services 0 0 0
Subtotal, direct full-time permanent FTEs 2,819 2,651 2,647
Center management and operations 585 563 562
Subtotal, full-time permanent FTEs 3,404 3,214 3,209
Other controlled FTEs 127 75 80
Total, full-time equivalents 3,531 3,289 3,289*
* During 1995, each NASA Installation is undergoing a workforce review including both civil servants and contractor support.
It is anticipated that the preliminary conclusions from this review will be reached by mid-1995; revised estimates for FTE
distribution by installation and by program will be provided as soon as possible after the review is completed.
RESEARCH AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
FISCAL YEAR 1996 ESTIMATES
SPACE STATION PROGRAM OFFICE
ROLES AND MISSIONS
SPACE STATION - The new international Space Station design requires the modification/deletion of hardware and includes the
incorporation of significant Russian participation. Contract negotiations are underway with the Space Station prime contractor,
Boeing, and its subcontractors to implement management and design changes. Negotiations with the international partners and
Russia are being held to modify existing agreements where necessary.
Space Station elements will be provided by the U.S. and our international partners. The U.S. elements include two nodes, a
laboratory module, truss segments, four photovoltaic arrays, a habitation module, three pressurized mating adapters, a cupola, and
an unpresssurized logistics carrier. Various systems are also being developed by the U.S., including thermal control, life support,
navigation and propulsion, command and data handling, power systems, and internal audio/video. U.S. elements also include the
FGB Energy Tug, being provided by a Russian firm under the Boeing prime contract, and a pressurized logistics module, similarly
provided by Italy.
Canada, European nations, Japan, and Russia are also developing hardware for the international Space Station. Laboratory
elements will be provided by the Japanese and European Space Agencies. Canada will provide the remote manipulator system, vital
for assembly of the station. The Russian Space Agency, invited to join the partnership, is providing experiment, power and service
modules; a Soyuz crew transfer vehicle, and three docking modules.
DISTRIBUTION OF FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT (FTE) WORKYEARS BY PROGRAM
SPACE STATION PROGRAM OFFICE
FY 1994 FY 1995 FY 1996
Space station 165 304 304
U.S./Russian cooperative program 0 6 6
Space shuttle/payload and utilization operations 0 0 0
Space science 0 0 0
Physics and astronomy 0 0 0
Planetary exploration 0 0 0
Life and microgravity sciences and applications 0 0 0
Mission to planet earth 0 0 0
Aeronautical research and technology 0 0 0
Space access and technology 0 0 0
Academic programs 0 0 0
Safety, reliability and quality assurance 0 0 0
Mission/space communication services 0 0 0
Subtotal, direct full-time permanent FTEs 165 310 310
Center management and operations 0 0 0
Subtotal, full-time permanent FTEs 165 310 310
Other controlled FTEs 3 3 3
Total, full-time equivalents 168 313 313*
* During 1995, each NASA Installation is undergoing a workforce review including both civil servants and contractor support.
It is anticipated that the preliminary conclusions from this review will be reached by mid-1995; revised estimates for FTE
distribution by installation and by program will be provided as soon as possible after the review is completed.
RESEARCH AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
FISCAL YEAR 1996 ESTIMATES
JOHN F. KENNEDY SPACE CENTER
ROLES AND MISSIONS
SPACE STATION - The Kennedy Space Center (KSC) shares responsibility for operations capability and construction with the
Johnson Space Center (JSC) to develop a set of facilities, systems, and capabilities to conduct the operations of the Space Station.
The KSC will develop launch site operations capabilities for conducting prelaunch and post-landing ground operations including
integrated testing, interface verification, servicing, launch activities, and experiment-to-rack physical integration.
SPACE SHUTTLE/PAYLOAD AND UTILIZATION OPERATIONS - Provide Space Shuttle launch preparation, including Spacelab
assembly and checkout and payload experiment integration; upper stages processing; orbiter, Spacelab, and Ground Support
Equipment (GSE) logistics; and operation and maintenance of GSE.
SPACE ACCESS AND TECHNOLOGY - Provide government oversight of all launch vehicle and payload processing and checkout
activities for all NASA contracted expendable launch vehicle and upper stage launch services both at the KSC and the Vandenberg
Air Force Base.
CENTER MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONS - Provide administrative and financial services in support of Center management and
provides for the operation and maintenance of the institutional facilities, systems, and equipment.
DISTRIBUTION OF FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT (FTE) WORKYEARS BY PROGRAM
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER
FY 1994 FY 1995 FY 1996
Space station 169 191 191
U.S./Russian cooperative program 0 0 0
Space shuttle/payload and utilization operations 1,591 1,568 1,568
Space science 0 0 0
Physics and astronomy 0 0 0
Planetary exploration 0 0 0
Life and microgravity sciences and applications 119 112 112
Mission to planet earth 0 0 0
Aeronautical research and technology 0 0 0
Space access and technology 64 66 66
Academic programs 1 1 1
Safety, reliability and quality assurance 2 15 15
Mission/space communication services 0 0 0
Subtotal, direct full-time permanent FTEs 1,946 1,953 1,953
Center management and operations 499 414 414
Subtotal, full-time permanent FTEs 2,445 2,367 2,367
Other controlled FTEs 87 82 82
Total, full-time equivalents 2,532 2,449 2,449*
* During 1995, each NASA Installation is undergoing a workforce review including both civil servants and contractor support.
It is anticipated that the preliminary conclusions from this review will be reached by mid-1995; revised elements for FTE
distribution by installation and by program will be provided as soon as possible after the review is completed.
RESEARCH AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
FISCAL YEAR 1996 ESTIMATES
GEORGE C. MARSHALL SPACE FLIGHT CENTER
ROLES AND MISSIONS
SPACE STATION - Provide engineering and testbed support to the program including engineering analysis in support of the station
system engineering and integration effort and the work of the prime and major subcontractors. Responsible for developing payload
utilization capabilities and managing operations payload.
SPACE SHUTTLE/PAYLOAD AND UTILIZATION OPERATIONS - Design, development, and procurement of propulsion elements of
the Space Transportation System. Study and definition of future space programs including space transportation systems, space
power and energy systems, space structures, space processing, and space science and applications facilities.
Spacecraft mission management including design, development and testing of payload carriers; payload definition; integration of
science payloads into payload carriers; and operation of the payload integrated carrier systems.
SPACE SCIENCE -Development of the Advanced X-Ray Astrophysics Facility (AXAF) and the Relativity Mission (Gravity, Probe-B), as
well as management of the Astro and Tethered Satellite shuttle payloads.
LIFE AND MICROGRAVITY SCIENCES AND APPLICATIONS - Provide the fundamental science and technology for processing
materials under conditions that allow detailed examination of the constraints imposed by gravitational forces. Perform research in
the areas of crystal growth, fluid physics, biophysics, solidification mechanics, chemistry and polymeric materials. Integrates life
and microgravity flight experiments and science and applications flight experiments for Spacelab; operates integrated payload
systems; and trains mission and payload specialists in the science aspects of their missions.
SPACE ACCESS AND TECHNOLOGY - Provide propulsion and vehicle technology to reduce schedule and cost risk in the
development of next generation expendable and reusable space transportation vehicles. Develops technology in hybrid and liquid
propulsion systems, advanced manufacturing processes, and vehicle materials and structures. Conduct, technology efforts under
cooperative agreements with the U.S. launch vehicle industry to improve the competitiveness of current systems.
MISSION TO PLANET EARTH - Conduct theoretical, field, and laboratory experimental research in the global weather, severe
storms, and local weather areas in order to improve the understanding of severe storms, local and global scale weather systems.
MISSION/SPACE COMMUNICATION SERVICES - Manage and maintain the Program Support Communications Network (PSCN)
which provides communications hardware, software, and transmission medium that inter-connects NASA Headquarters,
Installations, and major contractor locations for the transfer of data, voice, and video.
CENTER MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONS - Provide administrative and financial services in support of Center management and
provides for the operation and maintenance of the institutional facilities, systems, and equipment. Lead center for the development
and implementation of the NASA Financial Information System (NAFIS).
DISTRIBUTION OF FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT (FTE) WORKYEARS BY PROGRAM
MARSHALL SPACE FLIGHT CENTER
FY 1994 FY 1995 FY 1996
Space station 195 278 286
U.S./Russian cooperative program 0 0 0
Space shuttle/payload utilization operations 1,519 1,326 1,274
Space science 448 404 421
Physics and astronomy 441 404 421
Planetary exploration 7 0 0
Life and microgravity sciences and applications 552 528 555
Mission to planet earth 148 136 133
Aeronautical research and technology 2 0 0
Space access and technology 112 127 130
Academic programs 9 11 11
Safety, reliability and quality assurance 1 1 1
Mission/space communication services 16 18 18
Subtotal, direct full-time permanent FTEs 3,002 2,829 2,829
Center management and operations 488 471 471
Subtotal, full-time permanent FTEs 3,490 3,300 3,300
Other controlled FTEs 86 67 67
Total, full-time equivalents 3,576 3,367 3,367*
* During 1995, each NASA Installation is undergoing a workforce review including both civil servants and contractor support.
It is anticipated that the preliminary conclusions from this review will be reached by mid-1995; revised estimates for FTE
distribution by installation and by program will be provided as soon as possible after the review is completed.
RESEARCH AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
FISCAL YEAR 1996 ESTIMATES
JOHN C. STENNIS SPACE CENTER
ROLES AND MISSIONS
SPACE SHUTTLE/PAYLOAD AND UTILIZATION OPERATIONS - Provide, operate, maintain, and manage a propulsion test center
and related capabilities for development, certification, and acceptance of rocket propulsion systems and components. Provides,
maintains, and manages the facilities and the related capabilities required for the continued development and acceptance testing of
the Space Shuttle Main Engines.
MISSION TO PLANET EARTH - Conduct technology utilization, applications, and commercialization programs to support the
Agency goals in environmental systems sciences and observations, remote sensing, and image processing systems and applicable
products.
SPACE ACCESS AND TECHNOLOGY - Conduct fundamental and applied research, develops advanced airborne sensors and
data/information systems, and conducts test and evaluation activities of remote sensing technology. Also conducts research into
applications for non-remote sensing, primarily in such areas as environmental system development and closed ecosystems
development.
Commercial program activities emphasize promoting and developing private sector investment in space-based technologies and
promoting industrial productivity through the transfer of technologies that derive from NASA's research and development programs
and activities.
AERONAUTICAL RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY - Conduct research and development programs that will advance propulsion test
technologies for Government and commercial propulsion programs. Design, construction, and activation of the High Heat Flux
Facility (HHFF) for high temperature material testing is underway. Conduct technology development projects, including Hydrogen
Leak Detection and Plume Diagnostics.
CENTER MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONS - Provide operate, maintain, and manage the institutional base and laboratories
required to accomplish and support assigned programs of NASA and other Federal and State organizations resident at the Stennis
Space Center.
DISTRIBUTION OF FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT (FTE) WORKYEARS BY PROGRAM
STENNIS SPACE CENTER
FY 1994 FY 1995 FY 1996
Space Station 0 0 0
U.S./Russian cooperative program 0 0 0
Space shuttle/payload and utilization operations 76 92 91
Space science 0 0 0
Physics and astronomy 0 0 0
Planetary exploration 0 0 0
Life and microgravity sciences and applications 0 0 0
Mission to planet earth 1 1 1
Aeronautical research and technology 20 9 9
Space access and technology 14 19 19
Academic programs 2 2 2
Safety, reliability and quality assurance 1 1 1
Mission/space communication services 0 0 0
Subtotal, direct fill-time permanent FTEs 114 124 123
Center management and operations 85 84 85
Subtotal, full-time permanent FTEs 199 208 208
Other controlled FTEs 15 18 18
Total, full-time equivalents 214 226 226*
* During 1995, each NASA Installation is undergoing a workforce review including both civil servants and contractor support.
It is anticipated that the preliminary conclusions from this review will be reached by mid-1995; revised estimates for FTE
distribution by installation and by program will be provided as soon as possible after the review is completed.
RESEARCH AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
FISCAL YEAR 1996 ESTIMATES
AMES RESEARCH CENTER
ROLES AND MISSIONS
SPACE SCIENCE
Physics and Astronomy - Provide support for the airborne astronomy program with aircraft operated as flying astronomical
observatories for research conducted by various NASA/university teams. The Ames Research Center (ARC) manages and operates a
variety of these operational aircraft which serve as facilities for research. Provides infrared technology research program utilizing
the unique capabilities of infrared astronomy to investigate the nature and evolution of astronomical systems.
Planetary Exploration - Provide a program of laboratory, computational, and theoretical studies to develop basic atmospheric
planetary modeling concepts and obtain the necessary physical data to interpret spacecraft observations of planetary atmospheres
and relate these data to the atmosphere of the Earth. Advanced studies of instrumentation and systems are carried out for
potential deployment on future planetary missions.
LIFE AND MICROGRAVITY SCIENCES AND APPLICATIONS - Continue research on the effects of gravity on living systems using
spaceflight experiments, ground simulation, and hypergravity facilities to understand the effects of gravity on the development of
living systems, and to develop options for preventing health and psychophysiological problems during and following extended
spaceflight. Develop the physical/chemical and regenerative life support technologies and extravehicular activity systems essential
to exploration and extended presence in space. Continue biospherics research to enhance the understanding of the biological
aspects of global conditions and biochemical processes on Earth.
MISSION TO PLANET EARTH - Develop instruments and computer models for the measurement and analysis of atmospheric
constituents and properties from aircraft platforms. Perform applied research and development to enhance the use of remote and
in-situ sensing technology for Earth resources applications.
SPACE ACCESS AND TECHNOLOGY - Conduct research on aerothermodynamics, thermal protection, infrared systems, spaceborne
processors, sensor technology, robotics and artificial intelligence, technologies for humans in space, and advanced space platforms.
AERONAUTICAL RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY - Conduct fundamental aeronautics research including flight computational
analysis, wind tunnel research, flight simulation, and flight research. This research forms a coherent and interdependent program
to provide a technology base for the development of subsonic and high speed transport aircraft, hypersonic aircraft, advanced
rotorcraft and powered lift configurations, and the improvement of the performance and efficiency of high performance aircraft.
Conducts aeronautical flight research and technology projects, including joint and/or cooperative activities with other NASA
Installations, Government agencies, and industry.
Strengthen basic research and technology development for aerospace systems that transport humans, and instrumentation to and
from space and within the atmospheres of other bodies within the solar system. Conducting transatmospheric research activities
which focus on developing wind tunnel and flight analysis for use in evaluating the performance of hypersonic vehicles.
SAFETY, RELIABILITY AND QUALITY ASSURANCE - Provide institutional safety and health programs and develop and integrate
Safety, Reliability and Quality Assurance guidelines into program and project development.
CENTER MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONS - Provide administrative and financial services in support of Center management and
provides for the operation and maintenance of the institutional facilities, systems, and equipment.
DISTRIBUTION OF FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT (FTE) WORKYEARS BY PROGRAM
AMES RESEARCH CENTER
FY 1994 FY 1995 FY 1996
Space station 0 0 0
U.S./Russian cooperative program 0 0 0
Space shuttle/payload and utilization operations 1 0 0
Space science 146 145 145
Physics and astronomy 102 101 101
Planetary exploration 44 44 44
Life and microgravity sciences and applications 188 185 184
Mission to planet earth 70 71 72
Aeronautical research and technology 727 713 717
Space access and technology 95 99 96
Academic programs 3 3 3
Safety, reliability and quality assurance 14 14 14
Mission/space communication services 7 6 6
Subtotal, direct full-time permanent FTEs 1,251 1,236 1,237
Center management and operations 457 442 440
Subtotal, full-time permanent FTEs 1,708 1,678 1,677
Other controlled FTEs 59 72 73
Total, full-time equivalents 1,767 1,750 1,750*
* During 1995, each NASA Installation is undergoing a workforce review including both civil servants and contractor support.
It is anticipated that the preliminary conclusions from this review will be reached by mid-1995; revised estimates for FTE
distribution by installation and by program will be provided as soon as possible after the review is completed.
RESEARCH AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
FISCAL YEAR 1996 ESTIMATES
DRYDEN FLIGHT RESEARCH CENTER
CENTER ROLES AND MISSIONS
SPACE SHUTTLE/PAYLOAD AND UTILIZATION OPERATIONS - Provide operational and technical support for the conduct of
Space Shuttle missions, including on-orbit tracking and communications, landing support of crew and science requirements.
Provides flight test support for atmospheric tests of experimental or developmental launch systems.
AERONAUTICAL RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY - Develop, manage, and maintain facilities and testbed aircraft to support safe,
timely, and cost effective NASA flight research and to support industry, university, and other government agency flight programs.
Conceive, formulate, and conduct piloted and unpiloted flight research programs in disciplinary technology, integrated aeronautical
systems, and advanced concepts to meet current and future missions throughout subsonic, supersonic, and hypersonic flight
regimes.
Carryout flight research programs in cooperation with other NASA Installations, other government agencies, the aerospace industry,
and universities. Transitions results, techniques, methods, and tools to industry and Government users in a timely manner.
CENTER MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONS - Provide administrative and financial services in support of Center management and
provides for the operation and maintenance of the institutional facilities, systems and equipment.
DISTRIBUTION OF FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT (FTE) WORKYEARS BY PROGRAM
DRYDEN FLIGHT RESEARCH CENTER
FY 1994 FY 1995 FY 1996
Space station 0 0 0
U.S./Russian cooperative program 0 0 0
Space shuttle/payload and utilization operations 24 21 18
Space science 0 0 0
Physics and astronomy 0 0 0
Planetary exploration 0 0 0
Life and microgravity sciences and applications 0 0 0
Mission to planet earth 0 0 0
Aeronautical research and technology 298 313 317
Space access and technology 0 0 0
Academic programs 3 3 3
Safety, reliability and quality assurance 0 0 0
Mission/space communication services 18 19 19
Subtotal, direct full-time permenent FTEs 343 356 357
Center management and operations 88 104 103
Subtotal, full-time permanent FTEs 431 460 460
Other controlled FTEs 24 21 21
Total, full-time equivalents 455 481 481*
* During 1995, each NASA Installation is undergoing a workforce review including both civil servants and contractor support.
It is anticipated that the preliminary conclusions from this review will be reached by mid-1995; revised estimates for FTE
distribution by installation and by program will be provided as soon as possible after the review is completed.
RESEARCH AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
FISCAL YEAR 1996 ESTIMATES
LANGLEY RESEARCH CENTER
ROLES AND MISSIONS
LIFE AND MICROGRAVITY SCIENCES AND APPLICATIONS - Conduct a space radiation exposure program to support current and
future manned space efforts in order to more accurately assess astronaut radiation exposures and body shielding factors. Perform
system engineering studies and analysis in support of microgravity flight experiments program. Develops and provides education
and public communication materials for microgravity science and applications.
MISSION TO PLANET EARTH - Conduct research to understand the environment and to develop atmospheric sensing systems and
techniques. The Langley Research Center (LaRC) has been designated a Primary Data and Archival Center for Earth Radiation and
Atmospheric Chemistry for the Earth Observing System (EOS). Study of the Earth's atmosphere to assess changes caused by man
and to determine whether or not there is any associated change in the chemical composition of the stratosphere that would change
the transmission of solar ultraviolet radiation to the Earth's surface.
SPACE ACCESS AND TECHNOLOGY - Application of multi-discipline research to current and future space technology
requirements. Long range studies are directed at defining the technology requirements for future space systems and missions.
Conduct research on advanced launch system studies which provide the Agency long-range planning for a next generation reusable
launch vehicle anticipated after the year 2000. Develop Space Access and Technology base for future space transportation systems
and spacecraft. Conduct materials research to determine environmental effects on the mechanical and physical properties of
materials using specialized facilities and laboratories. Conduct research in electronic component technology, spacecraft guidance
and control, large space antenna systems, automation and robotics, sensor technology, and information systems technology.
Promote and develop private sector investment in space-based technologies and promote industrial productivity through the transfer
of technologies that derive from NASA's programs and activities.
AERONAUTICAL RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY - Conduct advanced research in fundamental aerodynamics; high-speed, highly
maneuverable aircraft technology; hypersonic propulsion; guidance and controls; acoustics; and structures and materials. Develop
a technology base for improving transport, general aviation, and commuter aircraft. Conduct an aeronautical research and
technology program to study current and future technology requirements and to demonstrate technology applications. Conduct
theoretical and experimental research in fluid and flight mechanics to determine aerodynamic flows and complex aircraft motions.
Study critical environmental compatibility issues in order to make decisions on future high speed civil transport technology and
development programs. Develop technology options for realization of practical hypersonic and transatmospheric flight.
Conduct control and guidance research programs to advance technology in aircraft guidance and navigation, aircraft control
systems, cockpit systems integration and interfacing techniques, and performance validation and verification methods. Conduct
research in aircraft noise prediction and abatement and wind shear avoidance.
Research activity also includes study of airbreathing propulsion systems; development of large reusable structures for aerospace
vehicles; and studies to define and understand the integration of advanced technologies into a future class of horizontal takeoff and
landing vehicles capable of operating to orbit and/or hypersonic cruise within the atmosphere.
SAFETY, RELIABILITY AND QUALITY ASSURANCE - The Safety, Reliability and Quality Assurance program provides independent
assessment activities which reduce program risk.
CENTER MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONS - Provide administrative and financial services in support of Center management and
provide for the operation and maintenance of the institutional facilities, systems, and equipment.
DISTRIBUTION OF FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT (FTE) WORKYEARS BY PROGRAM
LANGLEY RESEARCH CENTER
FY 1994 FY 1995 FY 1996
Space station 0 0 0
U.S./Russian cooperative program 0 0 0
Space shuttle/payload and utilization operations 10 3 0
Space science 6 7 6
Physics and astronomy 6 7 6
Planetary exploration 0 0 0
Life and microgravity sciences and applications 43 26 22
Mission to planet earth 221 193 193
Aeronautical research and technology 1,430 1,443 1,440
Space access and technology 379 432 430
Academic programs 1 1 1
Safety, reliability and quality assurance 6 5 5
Mission/space communication services 0 0 0
Subotal, direct full-time permanent FTEs 2,096 2,110 2,097
Center management and operations 724 678 687
Subtotal, full-time permanent FTEs 2,820 2,788 2,784
Other controlled FTEs 109 115 119
Total, full-time equivalents 2,929 2,903 2,903*
* During 1995, each NASA Installation is undergoing a workforce review including both civil servants and contractor support.
It is anticipated that the preliminary conclusions from this review will be reached by mid-1995; revised estimates for FTE
distribution by installation and by program will be provided as soon as possible after the review is completed.
RESEARCH AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
FISCAL YEAR 1996 ESTIMATES
LEWIS RESEARCH CENTER
ROLES AND MISSIONS
SPACE STATION - The Lewis Research Center (LeRC) provides engineering and testbed support to the program. This includes test
capabilities, the provision of Government Furnished Equipment (GFE), and engineering analysis support for the work of the prime
contractor, its major subcontractors, and NASA system engineering and integration efforts.
LIFE AND MICROGRAVITY SCIENCES AND APPLICATIONS - Conduct microgravity science and applications research; design and
develop space flight experiments; and perform ground and space flight experiments in materials, combustion, fluid physics, and
instrumentation. Perform research on advanced design and operation of microgravity experimental flight hardware. Conduct
ground-based research and flight experiments in basic science and technology associated with materials, combustion, fluid physics
phenomena, and power and propulsion technology.
SPACE ACCESS AND TECHNOLOGY - Conduct research to provide advancements in satellite, platform and planetary power
systems; to create new propulsion options for high- and low-thrust systems; to enable new capabilities in space communications
and electronics; and to provide effective means to manage cryogenic fluids in microgravity. Conduct research in propulsion to
support the next generation of unmanned launch vehicles, satellites, microsatellites, and space platforms. Conduct research on
enhanced micro- and full-size satellite power systems as well as power systems for deep space and planetary exploration.
Perform applied research and technology aimed at development of advanced concepts and technologies for communication systems.
Emphasis is on developing high data return from NASA missions using less mass and power and developing innovative and cost
competitive commercial satellite communications services.
Conduct space materials and structures research and technology to develop improved materials, advance structural analysis and
life prediction, and develop long-life, reliable space mechanisms.
Promote and develop private sector investment in space-based technologies and to promote industrial productivity through the
transfer of technologies that derive from NASA's programs and activities.
Conduct studies to provide long-range planning for future launch systems and spacecraft. Provide technology assessments &
technology definition studies for future space operations in the areas of telecommunications and information management
networks.
The LeRC is responsible for procurement and management of commercial launch services for the intermediate (Atlas/Centaur and
Titan III) and large (Titan IV) class expendable launch vehicles in the NASA Mixed Fleet.
AERONAUTICAL RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY - Conduct aerospace propulsion research and technology to enhance the
technology base for developing advanced aeronautical propulsion systems in order to increase speed and range; improve fuel
efficiency, operating cost, reliability and durability; and decrease environmental impact.
Conduct vehicle focused research and technology directed at developing the propulsion technology for specific engines and
propulsion systems. Applications for these focused propulsion systems research efforts include subsonic transports, commuters,
supersonic cruise (High Speed Research), hypersonic aircraft, rotorcraft, general aviation, and high performance aircraft.
CENTER MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONS - Provides administrative and financial services in support of Center management and
provides for the operation and maintenance of the institutional facilities, systems, and equipment.
DISTRIBUTION OF FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT (FTE) WORKYEARS BY PROGRAM
LEWIS RESEARCH CENTER
FY 1994 FY 1995 FY 1996
Space station 162 100 98
U.S./Russian cooperative program 0 0 0
Space shuttle/payload and utilization operations 0 0 0
Space science 0 0 0
Physics and astronomy 0 0 0
Planetary exploration 0 0 0
Life and microgravity sciences and applications 372 371 381
Mission to planet earth 4 0 0
Aeronautical research and technology 975 1,009 1,039
Space access and technology 607 548 520
Academic programs 14 14 14
Safety, reliability and quality assurance 7 4 4
Mission/space communication services 0 0 0
Subtotal, direct full-time permanent FTEs 2,141 2,046 2,056
Center management and operations 474 441 431
Subtotal, full-time permanent FTEs 2,615 2,487 2,487
Other controlled FTEs 69 81 81
Total, full-time equivalents 2,684 2,568 2,568*
* During 1995, each NASA Installation is undergoing a workforce review including both civil servants and contractor support.
It is anticipated that the preliminary conclusions from this review will be reached by mid-1995; revised estimates for FTE
distribution by installation and by program will be provided as soon as possible after the review is completed.
RESEARCH AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
FISCAL YEAR 1996 ESTIMATES
GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER
ROLES AND MISSIONS
SPACE SHUTTLE/PAYLOAD AND UTILIZATION OPERATIONS - Manage development of the Hitchhiker, a reusable carrier system
which provides increased flight opportunities with reduced leadtime while maximizing Space Shuttle load factors and minimizing
spaceflight costs. Also manage and coordinate the Agency's Get Away Special (GAS) program.
SPACE SCIENCE
Physics and Astronomy - The GSFC manages activities in the following discipline areas: gamma ray astronomy, X-ray astronomy,
ultraviolet and optical astronomy, infrared and radio astronomy, particle astrophysics, solar physics, interplanetary physics,
planetary magnetospheres, and astrochemistry. The GSFC is also responsible for conducting the mission operations for a variety of
operating spacecraft. Other activities include managing NASA's sounding rocket and scientific balloon program.
Planetary Exploration - Conducts research into the physics of interplanetary and planetary space environments. Participates in
planetary mission instrument development, operations, and data analysis.
MISSION TO PLANET EARTH - Development of the Earth Observing System (EOS). The primary objective of the EOS is to record
global change and to observe regional-to-global processes . The EOS will document global change over a fifteen year period to
provide long-term, consistent data sets for use in modeling and understanding global processes. This process and modeling
research effort will provide the basis for establishing predictive global change models for policy makers and scientists.
Manage Earth Probes flight projects and develop and operate weather satellite missions for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA) and conduct correlation measurements from balloons, sounding rockets, aircraft, and ground installations.
SPACE ACCESS AND TECHNOLOGY - Develop technologies targeted at improved space borne instruments, and on-board
spacecraft systems and subsystems. The GSFC is involved in flight test and demonstration of the integration of new technology on
the Space Shuttle and Expendable Launch Vehicle (ELV) systems. Promote private sector investment in space-based technologies
through the transfer of technologies that derive from NASA's programs and activities. Manages the small and medium class ELV
such as Pegasus and Delta used to put a wide variety of spacecraft into a broad spectrum of orbits.
AERONAUTICAL RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY - The Wallops Flight Facility conducts flight studies of new approach and
landing procedures using the latest in guidance equipment and techniques, pilot information displays, human factors data, and
terminal area navigation.
MISSION/SPACE COMMUNICATION SERVICES - Research and technology involves the investigation and development of
advanced systems and techniques for spacecraft communications and tracking, command and control, and data acquisition and
processing. The primary objectives are to apply technology and develop advanced capabilities to meet the tracking and data
processing requirements of new missions and to improve the cost effectiveness and reliability of flight mission support.
Operates the Tracking and Data Relay Satellite System (TDRSS); manages the development of the replenishment TDRS spacecraft;
provides mission control, data processing, and orbit/attitude computation support; operates the Space Tracking and Data Network
(STDN), the NASA Communications (NASCOM) Network, and the Aeronautics, Balloons and Sounding Rocket Program.
The NASCOM Network links the stations of the Deep Space Network (DSN), STDN, TDRSS, and other tracking and data acquisition
elements with control centers and data processing and computation centers.
CENTER MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONS - Provides administrative and financial services in support of Center management and
provides for the operation and maintenance of the institutional facilities, systems, and equipment.
DISTRIBUTION OF FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT (FTE) WORKYEARS BY PROGRAM
GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER
FY 1994 FY 1995 FY 1996
Space station 0 0 0
U.S./Russian cooperative program 0 0 0
Space shuttle/payload and utilization operations 41 43 49
Space science 1,356 1,298 1,220
Physics and astronomy 1,216 1,154 1,089
Planetary exploration 140 144 131
Life and microgravity sciences and applications 0 0 0
Mission to planet earth 1,019 1,071 1,119
Aeronautical research and technology 24 28 28
Space access and technology 110 125 114
Academic programs 5 5 5
Safety, reliability and quality assurance 13 13 11
Mission/space communication services 564 525 543
Subtotal, direct full-time permanent FTEs 3,132 3,108 3,089
Center management and operations 707 702 717
Subtotal, full-time permanent FTEs 3,839 3,810 3,806
Other controlled FTEs 87 93 97
Total, full-time equivalents 3,926 3,903 3,903*
* During 1995, each NASA Installation is undergoing a workforce review including both civil servants and contractor support.
It is anticipated that the preliminary conclusions from this review will be reached by mid-1995; revised estimates for FTE
distribution by installation and by program will be provided as soon as possible after the review is completed.
RESEARCH AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
FISCAL YEAR 1996 ESTIMATES
HEADQUARTERS
ROLES AND MISSIONS
The mission of Headquarters is to plan and provide executive direction for the implementation of U.S. space and aeronautics
programs consistent with the objectives stated in the National Aeronautics and Space Act of 1958, as amended. Responsibilities
include providing a balanced Agency workforce capable of planning, formulating, and advocating executive direction to national
programs to implement the above objectives. The following offices at Headquarters assist in carrying out the technical aspects of the
mission:
Office of Space Flight (OSF) - Plans, directs, executes, and evaluates the acquisition and operations of space flight programs
including the Space Shuttle and other space flight related programs. The Office of Space Flight oversees improvements in safety,
reliability, and effectiveness of Space Shuttle operational performance; and manages a variety of programs such as Spacelab,
Payload Operations and Support Equipment. Manages the design, development, test, and evaluation of the Space Station program.
Office of Space Science (OSS) - Responsible for research and development efforts utilizing a variety of flight system and ground
based observatories to increase knowledge of the universe. Office of Space Science research and development activities are carried
out in Planetary Exploration, Astrophysics, and Space Physics. The Planetary Exploration program studies our solar system,
including the planets and their satellites, comets, and asteroids. The Astrophysics program studies the universe beyond our solar
system, including galaxies, stars, and exotic objects such as quasars, neutron stars, pulsars, and black holes. The Space Physics
program studies naturally occurring plasmas, including the hot plasma of the sun, Earth's and other planets' magnetospheres, the
relatively cool plasmas in the planetary ionospheres, and galactic cosmic-ray plasmas.
Office of Mission to Planet Earth (OMTPE) - Responsible for research and development efforts utilizing a variety of flight system
and ground based observatories to increase the scientific understanding of the total Earth system and its vulnerability to both
human and natural forces of change through studies of interactions among the Earth's oceans, land, ice, atmosphere, and human
activities. The Mission to Planet Earth program provides space observations for these studies, extends the national capability to
predict environmental phenomena, both short and long-term, and explores the potential of remote sensing technologies to provide
early warning of impacts of environmental variability on regional food, fuel, water resources and biodiversity.
Office of Life and Microgravity Sciences and Applications (OLMSA) - Responsible for research and development efforts utilizing a
variety of flight system and ground based observatories to increase knowledge in Life and Microgravity Sciences. The Life Sciences
research program results are applied to maintaining astronaut health and productivity; understanding the response of biological
mechanisms to weightlessness; study of basic cellular, development, and physiological processes; development of environmental
health requirements and support systems for long-term piloted space flight. The Microgravity Research program is aimed at
utilizing the low gravity environment to obtain new knowledge and understanding of those physical phenomena made obscure by
the effects of gravity and to increase understanding of gravity-dependent phenomena. Responsibilities also include the Space
Shuttle/Spacelab and attached payload mission management activities.
Office of Aeronautics - Plans, directs, executes, and evaluates the aeronautical research and technology programs. The goal of the
aeronautical programs is to conduct research and develop technology to strengthen U.S. leadership in civil and military aviation.
The program is based on a strong commitment to develop a broad technology base to support the global competitive posture and
economic strength of the aviation industry, to enhance safety and capacity of the national airspace system, and to assure U.S.
aviation superiority for national security.
Office of Space Access and Technology (OSAT) - Promotes innovative space technologies and the transfers of those technologies to
aerospace and non-aerospace applications. The OSAT is responsible for planning and assessing technology development
requirements and providing management of these activities across the Agency. The programs develop partnerships with industry,
academia, and other Government agencies to advance the research and development of space technologies and applications; further
space transportation and launch vehicle technology and development; provide for the transport of NASA technology to industry and
academia; and promote and facilitate commercial space development and applications. Responsibilities also include the
procurement of Expendable Launch Vehicle Services for NASA and other civil Government programs.
Office of Space Communications - Provides the vital tracking, telemetry, command, data acquisition, communications, and data
processing required by all NASA flight projects. Included in Earth orbital activities are the Space Transportation System (STS),
Spacelab, and scientific and applications missions. The various capabilities provided include: (a) tracking to determine the position
and trajectory of vehicles in space; (b) acquisition of science and space applications data from on-board experiments and sensors; (c)
acquisition of engineering data on the performance of spacecraft and launch vehicle systems; (d) reception of television transmissions
from space vehicles; (e) transmissions of commands from ground facilities to the spacecraft; (f) voice communications with astronauts;
(g) transfer of information between the various ground facilities and control centers; and (h) processing of data acquired from the
launch vehicles and spacecraft. These capabilities are essential for operating and maintaining U.S. space assets to achieve the
scientific objectives of all flight missions and for executing the critical decisions necessary to the success of these missions.
Office of Safety and Mission Quality (OSMQ) - Assures NASA mission safety through the development, implementation, and
oversight of uniform safety, reliability, maintainability, technical standards, improving program assurance, and quality assurance
policies and procedures.
Center Management and Operations - This category is composed of two major groups of Headquarters employees. The first group
includes all the functional and staff offices which provide Agencywide guidance and oversight in areas such as procurement,
personnel, financial management, supply and logistics, equal opportunity, international relations, and management systems and
facilities.
The second major group includes the employees whose primary task is to provide direct support to the Headquarters staff by
providing day-to-day operations in procurement, personnel, financial, and other administrative functions.
DISTRIBUTION OF FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT (FTE) WORKYEARS BY PROGRAM
HEADQUARTERS
FY 1994 FY 1995 FY 1996
Space station 54 34 34
U.S./Russian cooperative program 5 5 5
Space shuttle/payload and utilization operations 107 109 109
Space science 126 118 118
Physics and astronomy 65 59 59
Planetary exploration 61 59 59
Life and microgravity sciences and applications 78 78 78
Mission to planet earth 90 77 77
Aeronautical research and technology 83 83 83
Space access and technology 145 139 114
Academic programs 31 31 31
Safety, reliability and quality assurance 83 83 83
Mission/space communication services 71 68 58
Subtotal, direct full-time permanent FTEs 873 825 790
Center management and operations 903 886 874
Subtotal, full-time permanent FTEs 1,776 1,711 1,664
Other controlled FTEs 111 115 115
Total, full-time equivalents 1,887 1,826 1,779*
* During 1995, each NASA Installation is undergoing a workforce review including both civil servants and contractor support.
It is anticipated that the preliminary conclusions from this review will be reached by mid-1995; revised estimates for FTE
distribution by installation and by program will be provided as soon as possible after the review is completed.
DETAIL OF PERMANENT POSITIONS
FY 1994 FY 1995 FY 1996
Executive level II 1 1 1
Executive level III 0 0 0
Executive level IV 1 1 1
Executive level V 0 0 0
Subtotal 2 2 2
ES-6 54 60 58
ES-5 98 110 105
ES-4 239 269 256
ES-3 39 44 42
ES-2 32 36 34
ES-1 37 42 40
Subtotal 499 561 535
CA 1 1 1
SL/ST 61 61 60
GS/GM-15 2,411 2,393 2,385
GS/GM-14 3,719 3,691 3,679
GS/GM-13 6,293 6,246 6,225
GS-12 3,273 3,249 3,238
GS-11 1,701 1,688 1,683
GS-10 314 312 311
GS-09 719 714 711
GS-08 310 308 307
GS-07 884 877 874
GS-06 658 653 651
GS-05 669 664 662
GS-04 117 116 116
GS-03 12 12 12
GS-02 6 6 6
GS-01 0 0 0
Subtotal 21,148 20,991 20,921
Special ungraded positions established by NASA Administrator 19 19 19
Ungraded positions 564 560 558
Total permanent positions 22,232 22,133 22,035
Unfilled positions, EOY 0 0 0
Total permanent employment, EOY 22,232 22,133 22,035
PERSONNEL SUMMARY
FY 1994 FY 1995 FY 1996
Average GS/GM grade 12.0 12.0 12.0
Average ES salary $111,594 $115,176 $118,873
Average GS/GM salary $54,829 $56,589 $58,406
Average salary of special ungraded positions established by
NASA Administrator $96,463 $99,559 $102,755
Average salary of ungraded positions $39,421 $40,686 $41,992
CENTER LOCATIONS AND CAPITAL INVESTMENT
JOHNSON SPACE CENTER - The Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center is located 20 miles southeast of Houston, Texas. NASA owns
1,618 acres of land at the Houston site and uses another 60,552 at the White Sands Test Facility, Las Cruces, New Mexico. The
total capital investment including land, buildings, structures and facilities, equipment, and other fixed assets was $1,339,360,000
as of September 30, 1994.
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER - The Kennedy Space Center is located 50 miles east of Orlando, Florida. NASA owns 82,943 acres and
uses launch facilities at Cape Canaveral Air Station and Vandenberg Air Force Base. The total capital investment including land,
buildings, structures and facilities, equipment, and other fixed assets was $2,292,664,000 as of September 30, 1994.
MARSHALL SPACE FLIGHT CENTER - The Marshall Space Flight Center is located within the U.S. Army's Redstone Arsenal at
Huntsville, Alabama. The total capital investment including land, buildings, structures and facilities, equipment, and other fixed
assets was $1,580,919,000 as of September 30, 1994.
STENNIS SPACE CENTER - The Stennis Space Center is located approximately 50 miles northeast of New Orleans, Louisiana.
NASA owns 20,588 acres and has easements covering an additional 118,284 acres. The total capital investment including land,
buildings, structures and facilities, equipment, and other fixed assets was $502,428,000 as of September 30, 1994.
AMES RESEARCH CENTER - The Ames Research Center is located south of San Francisco on Moffett Field, California. The Dryden
Flight Research facility is located 65 miles northeast of Los Angeles at Edwards Air Force Base. The Dryden facility was under the
operation of Ames until a decision was made in early 1994 that each facility will operate under separate management. NASA owns
429.9 acres at the Moffett Field location. The total capital investment including land, buildings, structures and facilities,
equipment, and other fixed assets at both locations was $1,093,601,000 as of September 30, 1994.
DRYDEN FLIGHT RESEARCH CENTER - The Dryden Flight Research Center is 65 air miles northeast of Los Angeles. Dryden is
located at the north end of Edwards Air Force Base on 838 acres of land under a permit from the Air Force. The total capital
investment at Dryden, including fixed assets in progress and contractor-held facilities at various locations, as of September 30,
1994, was $204,690,000.
LANGLEY RESEARCH CENTER - The Langley Research Center is adjacent to Langley Air Force Base which is located between
Williamsburg and Norfolk at Hampton, Virginia. NASA owns 807 acres and has access to 3,276 acres. The total capital investment
including land, buildings, structures and facilities, equipment, and other fixed assets was $1,108,014,000 as of September 30,
1994.
LEWIS RESEARCH CENTER - The Lewis Research Center occupies two sites; the main site is in Cleveland, Ohio, adjacent to
Cleveland-Hopkins Airport; the second site is the Plum Brook Station located south of Sandusky, Ohio, and 50 miles west of
Cleveland. NASA owns 6,820 acres and leases an additional 14 acres at the Cleveland location. The total capital investment
including land, buildings, structures and facilities, equipment, and other fixed assets at both locations was $831,796,000 as
September 30, 1994.
GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER - The Goddard Space Flight Center is located 15 miles northeast of Washington, D.C. at
Greenbelt, Maryland. NASA owns 1,106 acres at this location and an additional 6,176 acres at the Wallops Flight Facility in
Wallops Island, Virginia. The total capital investment including land, buildings, structures and facilities, equipment, and other fixed
assets at both locations was $1,168,354,000 as of September 30, 1994.
HEADQUARTERS - Headquarters is located at Two Independence Square, 300 E St. SW, Washington, DC and occupies other
buildings in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia.
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