Biographical Sketch

Joseph J. Belisari, Jr.
[email protected]
http://www.geocities.com/joebelisari

EDUCATION:

Master of Science (2005), Aeronautics, Aviation Safety, and Human Factors,  Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL

Professional Helicopter Performance & Flying Qualities Flight Test Engineer Course (2001),  National Test Pilot School, Mojave, CA

Bachelor of Science (1999),  Aerospace Engineering, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

June 1999 - Present
Senior Flight Test Engineer
Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, Stratford, CT

Responsibilities

  • Planning and conducting ground/flight tests of experimental, prototype, and production aircraft

  • Determining flight and system characteristics, aircraft performance, and structural integrity of air vehicles

  • Coordinating test procedures and techniques with foreign and domestic military and regulatory agencies

  • Working with appropriate engineering organizations during development of new aircraft models

  • Evaluating test data, preparing reports, and providing recommendations regarding aircraft handling characteristics, system operations, and structural design improvements

  • Preparing and approving test plans

  • Providing leadership to support personnel


    • Major Programs

  • H-53E Bearing Monitor System Qualification

  • H-53E External Cargo Assessment Handling Qualities Evaluation

  • S-76 Tail Pylon Cracking Investigation

  • UH-60L Service Life Assessment Program

  • YCH-60S Airborne Mine Counter Measures (AMCM) Demonstration

  • S-92 FAA TIA/TC Structural Certification

  • S-92 Bearing Monitor System Qualification

  • S-92 Rotor Ice Protection System FAA Certification

  • UH-60M Flight Loads Survey

  • MH-60R Passive Vibration Reduction Flight Test Program

  • MH-60R Active Vibration Control Flight Test Program

  • MH-60S Armed Helo Certification Flight Test Program (Test Director)

  • MH-60S Flight Loads Survey (Test Director)

  • MH-60S Armed Helo Hellfire Certification(Test Director)


    • Awards

  • 2004 Perfect Attendance Award

  • 2004 S-92 FAA Icing Certification Team Award

  • 2003 S-92 Test Certification Team Award

  • 2002 S-92 Certification Special Award

  • 2002 UH-60L Cabin Heater Flight Test Special Award

  • 2001 Perfect Attendance Award

  • 2000 Volunteer Recognition Award


    • PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES:

  • American Helicopter Society (AHS)

  • American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics (AIAA)

  • Society of Flight Test Engineers (SFTE)


    • LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Technician Class Amateur Radio License

  • Private Pilot Certificate

  • Connecticut Certified Emergency Medical Technician


    • COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

    August 1999 - Present

  • Volunteer Emergency Medical Technician

  • Trumbull Emergency Medical Services, Trumbull, CT



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