NASA’s Gateway Deep Space Logistics Team Shares Insights with SSC Published Sept. 6, 2024 By SSC Public Affairs PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, Colorado -- Space Systems Command’s (SSC) Installations, Logistics, and Product Support organization recently hosted NASA’s Gateway Deep Space Logistics (DSL) for a Lunch and Learn event that featured presentations by DSL’s Derek Mitchell, Chief Safety & Mission Assurance Officer, and Herman Moyer, Project Integration Manager. The informative session focused on the critical role of DSL in NASA’s Artemis campaign, which aims to return humans to the Moon for scientific discovery, economic benefits, and inspiration for a new generation of explorers. Key topics included the logistics and operations supporting the Gateway Lunar space station, the Space Launch System, Orion spacecraft, Human Landing System, and other essential systems to the Artemis campaign. “We’re excited to collaborate with our international partners, commercial providers, and other national agencies to foster a robust deep space supply chain,” Moyer said, following the June 13 event. “Providing an overview of NASA’s DSL project to the USSF J4 Loggies [members of the Logistics team] was a pleasure and a perfect opportunity to identify synergies of mission and purpose as we fly, supply, and explore.” “Space Logistics is at the forefront of ensuring our missions are not only successful but also sustainable in the long term,” said Brad Leonard, Director of Installations, Logistics and Product Support at SSC. “The collaborative efforts and advanced technology discussed today highlight the commitment to innovation and operational excellence.” “Professional Development events and collaborating with NASA on Space Logistics is vital as we continue to develop, maintain, and sustain our Space Weapon Systems needed for Great Power Competition and beyond,” Leonard said. Mark Wiese, Manager for Deep Space Logistics, outlined the vision and strategic goals of DSL, emphasizing the need for a vibrant commercial supply chain in deep space that’s safe, reliable, and cost-effective. Key Gateway initial operational components that include NASA’s Power and Propulsion Element (PPE) and Habitation and Logistics Outpost (HALO), are scheduled for a co-manifested vehicle launch on a Falcon Heavy rocket, integrating cutting-edge technology to achieve unprecedented mission success. Highlights from the informational event included: Landing Humans on the Moon: Detailed discussions on Artemis missions and the integration of Gateway’s components to ensure a robust and sustainable presence in lunar orbit and on the lunar surface. Gateway’s Initial Components: Emphasis on collaborative efforts with international partners, including the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), European Space Agency (ESA), Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), and the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC). These partnerships enhance Gateway's capabilities, making it a pivotal orbiting staging point and laboratory for future deep space missions. Expanded Capability through a Global Community: Insights into the contributions from global partners, such as robotic systems from CSA, habitation, refueling modules, and environmental control systems from ESA and JAXA, and the Airlock module from MBRSC, which collectively augment the Artemis campaign. The event, which is part of an ongoing development series to help build an informed workforce, concluded with a robust Q&A session, allowing attendees to engage with presenters to gain a deeper understanding into the strategic direction and operational plans of DSL.