Bob Cabana, who has been director of NASAâs Kennedy Space Center since 2008, has taken on the new role of agency associate administrator beginning May 17. He succeeds Steve Jurczyk, who retired May 14 after 32 years with NASA.
âI first met Bob in 1985 while training to fly on the space shuttle and when Bob arrived at NASA as an astronaut candidate,â NASA Administrator Sen. Bill Nelson said. âHe has a relentless determination to expand Americaâs role in space.â
As Kennedy director, Cabana managed all NASA programs and activities at the spaceport. Kennedyâs team of civil service and contractor employees operate some of NASAâs most critical programs, including the Commercial Crew Program. Under Cabanaâs leadership, Kennedy emerged as a modern, world-class multiuser spaceport, partnering with commercial customers and supporting NASAâs science and human exploration missions.
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NASA Administrator Sen. Bill Nelson announced Monday Robert D. Cabana, who has served as director of NASAs Kennedy Space Center in Florida since 2008, will serve as associate administrator effective Monday, May 17. Steve Jurczyk, who held the position since 2018, announced his retirement Monday.
Bob has a relentless determination to expand Americas role in space. Under his leadership, Kennedy has emerged as a modern, world class multi-user spaceport, partnering with commercial customers and supporting NASAs science and human exploration missions, Nelson said. Bob is the real deal he has the vision and management skills to bring NASA to even higher heights.
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NASA Administrator Sen. Bill Nelson announced Wednesday that Susie Perez Quinn will serve as the agencys chief of staff. Quinn joins NASA with extensive experience in government and government relations.
As chief of staff, Quinn will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of NASA Headquarters. She will work with Nelson and senior NASA staff to shape the strategic direction of the agency, while overseeing and articulating various policies and programs.
Susie brings a wealth of experience and unique perspective to the job, Nelson said. Susie has served as a dedicated and valuable public servant for almost two decades and her experience in federal, state, and local government will be an asset to NASA. Im thrilled to welcome Susie to the NASA family.