Kyle Vacca

Kyle Vacca has extensive experience in the aerospace sector, currently serving as Mission Manager for both the Starship Crew and Cargo Programs and the Dragon CRS Program at SpaceX since September 2020. Prior to this, Kyle held various roles at Blue Origin, including Sr. Manager of Launch Operations & Maintenance Engineering and Fluid Systems Engineer. Kyle's aviation experience includes serving as an E175 Pilot for Horizon Air and operational roles within the United States Air Force, where responsibilities included instructor and test pilot positions. Educational qualifications include a Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering Sciences with a focus on Bioastronautics from the University of Colorado Boulder, and a Bachelor of Science in Astronautical Engineering from the United States Air Force Academy. Additionally, Kyle completed a summer research internship with NASA focused on Space Shuttle Electrical Systems.