The Department of the Air Force (DAF) announced today it has selected Lara Schmidt to serve as vice chair of its Scientific Advisory Board (SAB), which provides independent advice to DAF leadership on science and technology matters.
Members of the SAB include experts in science, technology, manufacturing, the acquisition process, and other interests of the DAF.
“Board members offer their time to benefit the DAF and the nation by identifying applications of technology that can improve or enable new capabilities for the Air Force and Space Force,” according to a DAF press release.
“As vice chair, Schmidt will assist in the overall direction and effectiveness of the board, focusing on conducting studies on topics deemed critical by the secretary of the Air Force, recommending applications of technology, and providing independent reviews of the quality and relevance of the DAF science and technology programs,” the release says.
Schmidt has served as a member of the SAB since 2016. Most recently, she served as the associate general manager of the Aerospace Corporation’s Communications and Navigations Capabilities Division.
