NASA astronauts Victor Glover and Reid Wiseman, who served as crew members on the recent Artemis II mission, are set to transition to emeritus status at the Johnson Space Center in Houston this September. This program allows experienced professionals to remain connected to the agency as consultants, providing mentorship and technical expertise to the current workforce while pursuing external opportunities.
Both astronauts played pivotal roles in the Artemis II mission, which saw the first humans travel to lunar orbit in over five decades. Alongside crewmates Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen, Glover and Wiseman completed a 10-day flight, splashing down on April 10 after traveling further into space than any previous human mission. Their contributions to the Orion spacecraft and the Space Launch System are considered vital as the agency prepares for the upcoming Artemis III mission and the planned 2028 lunar surface landing.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman praised the pair, noting that their leadership and character were essential to the success of the Artemis program. In their new capacity, Wiseman plans to assist colleagues with rendezvous and docking tests for future missions, while Glover intends to share his knowledge of Orion systems and aerospace leadership.
“As I grow into this new role, NASA and spaceflight remain a meaningful part of my journey of service,” Glover stated. Wiseman echoed this sentiment, expressing his gratitude for the agency’s support throughout his career, which included a previous 165-day stint on the International Space Station and a term as chief astronaut.
Johnson Space Center Director Vanessa Wyche and Chief of the Astronaut Office Scott Tingle both highlighted the lasting impact of the astronauts' careers, emphasizing that their continued involvement will help shape the next generation of spaceflight operations.
Source: NASA
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