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From Photons to Ions: The Electric Heart of the Artemis Lunar Space Station
Presented by Jordan Gormaly and Ian Johnson, Maxar Space Systems
Join the AIAA San Francisco Chapter for an exciting presentation from Maxar Space Systems engineers Jordan Gormaly and Ian Johnson, who will give an inside look at the Power and Propulsion Element (PPE) spacecraft – the first vital component of NASA’s Lunar Gateway, a key part of the Artemis program to return humans to the Moon.
Designed and built by Maxar, the PPE is a cutting-edge spacecraft that will provide solar electric propulsion, power, and communications for the Gateway, which will serve as a lunar outpost orbiting the Moon (A Lunar Space Station!). Jordan and Ian will break down the innovative technology behind the PPE, the engineering challenges of operating in deep space, and how this spacecraft will support future crewed missions to the lunar surface – and beyond.
Whether you’re a space enthusiast, student, or aerospace professional, this talk offers a unique opportunity to hear firsthand how industry is contributing to the next era of human space exploration.
Jordan Gormaly is a systems architecture engineer at Maxar Space Systems, where she is responsible for electrical power system design and analysis work on the PPE program. Her degree is in Electrical Engineering from the University of California, Davis.
Ian Johnson is a propulsion engineer at Maxar Space Systems, where he leads propulsion work for several bipropellant and electric spacecraft, including PPE. His degree is in aerospace engineering from the University of Washington.
Schedule
6:00 Doors open, networking
6:15 Food arrives
6:30 Presentation begins
7:15 Q&A
7:30 Event ends
(All times approximate)
Advance registration required! Refreshments (pizza, sandwiches, drinks) will be served at the presentation for paid attendees only. Food tickets must be purchased before noon on the event day.
Registration is still required.