Paul Boehm: Leading Orion Crew Support for Artemis II

Paul Boehm serves as the Orion crew support and thermal systems functional area manager at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston. He leads efforts related to the essential systems within the Orion spacecraft, which will support the Artemis II astronauts during their mission around the Moon.

These systems are designed to ensure the crew's ability to live, work, and remain safe in deep space.

Essential Systems for Deep Space Travel

Boehm's responsibilities include overseeing the development of life support systems, flight equipment, and the Orion Crew Survival System suits utilized during launch and re-entry. His team was responsible for the development, design, and construction of these critical systems.

Artemis II: A Historic Crewed Flight

Artemis II will mark the first time these systems are flown with a crew aboard the Orion spacecraft. This mission represents a significant milestone for human deep space exploration.

The task of sustaining a crew in the challenging deep space environment is complex, particularly concerning intricate systems such as the environmental control and life support system (ECLSS).