Does the Independence have any kind of laser defenses?  If so, my character (and one of his allies) would be most useful there.  They aren't going to be much use in a fighter since his experience piloting is not that good.  He could probably be of some use on one of the PC's ships if they have room, but we'd have to work that out.  My character is more useful in non-starship situations which was sort of intentional.  He doesn't usually engage in conflict unless provoked or someone owes him money.