Nelle is a driven, highly adaptable leader with over 17 years in military aviation. Qualified across five aircraft types—including the F/A‑18F Super Hornet, C‑130 Hercules, and RPAS—she combines extensive aviation experience with technical expertise as a Flight Test Systems Specialist. Nelle has led teams in delivering complex capability outcomes in multinational environments, with strengths in systems integration, mission planning, risk management, and project delivery. Known for her assertive and composed leadership style, she thrives in high-pressure, high-tempo settings, consistently combining technical excellence with strong interpersonal skills to achieve safe, effective, and continuous improvement in aerospace operations.

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Qualified Flight Test Engineer (EASA Level 1)

Senior Flight Test & Evaluation Practitioner

Master of Science - Flight Test & Evaluation, National Test Pilot School, CA, USA

Master of Systems Engineering, University of New South Wales

Bachelor of Science, University of New South Wales

Aviation Safety Officer, Defence Flying Safety Bureau 

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