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We Are NASA: Brandon Bethune, Near Space Network Deputy Project Manager

We Are NASA: Brandon Bethune, Near Space Network Deputy Project Manager
To celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month in June, we spotlighted members of the Space Communications and Navigation (SCaN) team! Read more:

What makes your job at NASA exciting or unique?

I use my skill sets to contribute to the overall NASA mission and vision through advancing NASA’s commercialization efforts, supporting current and future missions through the Near Space Network (NSN).

How does your job contribute to the Artemis missions and beyond?

I support the Artemis missions through implementation of telecommunications services for integration, testing, and operational phases of the missions. The NSN supports exploration and science missions throughout their entire lifecycle.

What’s your favorite thing about working for NASA?

Working for NASA, I am directly contributing to humanity through science and exploration initiatives that will improve lives worldwide. Uniquely, NASA bridges the gaps, working collectively with other nations toward common goals.

Why is working in a diverse environment critical to our mission?

A diverse environment allows for more creative and out-of-the-box thinking that has led NASA to major advancements. Without diversity in the workplace — bringing together various lifestyles, backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and thinking — we would not be able to accomplish our mission.

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