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If the mission matters, the systems must too. I work with teams who understand that surviving space demands more than ambition — it demands discipline, resilience, and clear judgment from the start. Let’s connect.

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Mission-Critical Systems. Delivered.

With two decades of experience designing, integrating, and leading complex spaceflight programs—from Shuttle to JWST to CLPS landers—I specialize in untangling technical complexity, aligning cross-functional teams, and keeping missions on track through uncertainty.

Whether you’re a startup pushing the boundaries of reentry or a prime contractor navigating tight government requirements, I bring hands-on experience and systems thinking to every phase of the mission.

Representative Services Offered

Fractional Mission Leadership

  • End-to-end program support, from concept through flight and recovery

  • Technical coordination across systems, teams, and vendors

  • Risk-informed planning and milestone execution

Spacecraft Systems Integration

  • Electrical, thermal, and avionics systems alignment

  • Integration troubleshooting and root-cause diagnostics

  • Full lifecycle support from design reviews to prelaunch verification

Proposal & Customer Strategy

  • Government (NASA, DOD, CLPS) proposal and review support

  • Requirements development and stakeholder alignment

  • Executive-level interfacing and strategic communications

Special Projects & Technical Advisory

  • Design-for-reusability and reentry vehicle architecture

  • Vehicle operations planning and failure recovery strategies

  • Heritage analysis and new space systems design consultation

Media Outreach & Public Communication

  • Translation of technical programs into clear public narratives

  • Support for documentaries, media interviews, and keynote prep

  • Mission storytelling for executive visibility and public trust


Engagement Models

I offer flexible consulting arrangements tailored to your mission’s needs—whether you’re seeking short-term expertise or ongoing technical leadership.

  • Hourly Consulting

    Ideal for focused support, design reviews, technical deep dives, or integration troubleshooting. Available remotely or with limited on-site support as needed.


  • Retainer Support

    Best for teams that need steady guidance across development cycles, proposal planning, or customer interface. Retainers offer prioritized availability and seamless continuity.


  • Fractional Leadership

    Scoped roles for projects requiring high-accountability technical ownership—such as mission integration, system readiness, or customer delivery. Combines remote collaboration with strategic on-site involvement when appropriate.


Experience That Delivers

I’ve launched 22 Space Shuttle missions, led integration for NASA’s Ares I-X prototype, and helped architect and test the release systems that unfolded the James Webb Space Telescope. I’ve served as lead EPS and avionics architect on commercial lunar landers, bridging the gap between legacy flight heritage and bleeding-edge space tech.

But what truly sets me apart is the ability to build trust—between engineers, executives, and customers—so the mission moves forward, no matter how complex.

Casey Hoffman ©2025

Casey Hoffman ©2025

Casey Hoffman ©2025