250: Corbett Hoenninger, SVP of Engineering at Argotec

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Corbett Hoenninger, Senior Vice President of Engineering at Argotec, has quite the space career. From training astronauts at NASA to helping lead the Dream Chaser’s drop tests (including a memorable crash landing), Corbett shares what it’s really like behind the scenes of space exploration.

Corbett talks about the recent NASA DART mission, (giving an asteroid a nudge), and how small satellites are changing the game in space. Corbett started working in the field of psychology, then shifted to aerospace engineering… and combining both to present this great philosophy of being “fearless, but not reckless,” Corbett proves that you don’t have to be a scientist or an engineer to make your mark in the space industry. Sometimes, you just need a spark of curiosity and the courage to explore.

About Corbett Hoenninger: Corbett Hoenninger is the Senior Vice President of Engineering at Argotec, where he leads exciting projects in small satellite technology and space exploration. His extensive career includes years at NASA Mission Control, where he trained astronauts and worked on mission preparation. Corbett played a pivotal role in the Dream Chaser atmospheric drop tests and was part of the NASA DART mission, where they successfully redirected an asteroid. His journey to aerospace engineering started after serving in the Navy and earning degrees in aerospace and physics. Passionate about mentoring and sharing his experiences, Corbett continues to inspire future space enthusiasts.

Where to Find Corbett:

• LinkedIn: Corbett Hoenninger

• Website: Argotec Group

• Email: [e-mail]

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