Posts by Space Foundation Editorial Team
Aerojet Rocketdyne Helping to Propel Modernization of GPS Satellite Constellation
Successful mission helped place the second advanced GPS III satellite into orbit Aerojet Rocketdyne propulsion systems support every phase of mission; from boost to decommissioning Launch marked final mission for ULA Delta IV Medium launch vehicle CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (Aug. 22, 2019) – A new U.S. Air Force Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite, built by…
Read MoreU.S. Government Investment in Space Increases by 10% in 2018
New format will provide more timely snapshots of where the space community is going, its impacts and opportunities Designed to improve our understanding of the reach, impact and health of the space community First quarter revealed increased U.S. investment in space, increase in commercial workforce and record spacecraft deployments COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (April 11, 2019)…
Read MoreFor the Sixth Time, Space Foundation Named Among Best Nonprofit Organizations To Work For
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (April 3, 2019) — For the sixth time since 2011, the Space Foundation has been designated by The NonProfit Times and Best Companies Group as among the Best Nonprofit Organizations To Work For in the United States, ranking XXth best overall.
The Space Foundation has made the Best Nonprofits To Work For list every time it has been screened, including in 2011, 2014, 2016, 2017 and 2018.
Read MoreSpace Foundation Awards Scholarships to Minority-Owned Businesses
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (March 20, 2019) — In an effort to increase diversity and expand networking opportunities with industry leaders, the Space Foundation has awarded scholarships for minority business owners to attend the 35th Space Symposium, to be held April 8-11, 2019, at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Colo.
Read MoreSpace Foundation Hosts New Generation Space Leaders Event at Kennedy Space Center
The Space Foundation’s New Generation Space Leaders program helps young professionals, age 35 or younger, advance their careers through mentoring opportunities with senior industry leaders, networking events and presentations. On March 6, the Space Foundation hosted a New Generation young professionals event at Kennedy Space Center Visitors Complex that focused on workforce opportunities on the…
Read MoreSpace Foundation Announces Second Recipient of Admiral James O. Ellis, Jr., New Generation National Security Scholarship
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (March 11, 2019) – In 2017, the Space Foundation announced a new annual scholarship honoring its former board chairman. The Admiral James O. Ellis, Jr., New Generation National Security Scholarship was created to provide a young professional member of the United States Armed Forces full participation in the Space Foundation’s annual Space Symposium and benefit from its mentoring, networking and professional development opportunities.
Read MoreSpace Foundation Announces 2019 Space Achievement Award Recipients
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (March 4, 2019) – The Space Foundation’s 35th Space Symposium will open on April 8 with awards recognizing the major space accomplishments of 2018.
Read MoreA Beef with the "Molly Brown"
The Space Foundation’s year-long commemoration of the Apollo missions continues with this article written by Space Foundation Senior Analyst John Holst about an amusing Gemini incident involving two future Apollo astronauts.
by John Holst, Space Foundation Senior Analyst
Read MoreStatement from Tom Zelibor, CEO, Space Foundation, on the Passing of Mickey Hartinger
“Any room Mickey Hartinger ever entered, lit up with her warmth, heart and boundless energy. That kind of character created opportunity and possibilities for anyone in her ‘orbit,’ and at the Space Foundation, we were fortunate to have her as one of our most ardent supporters. Her passion for our mission, and in particular the…
Read MoreSpace Foundation Holds Space Commerce Workshop in Daytona Beach
Senator Tom Wright (R – Dist. 14) attended today’s Space Foundation Space Commerce Workshop in Daytona Beach, Fla. Partnering with the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), the Space Foundation is presenting the one-day workshops for minority business* leaders and other aspiring space industry entrepreneurs. Each workshop session addresses the most common challenges companies face as…
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