You Are: Mission Specialist I

Mission Specialist I is seated closest to the spacecraft side hatch and takes the lead on hatch systems and operations. They also set up the toilet system for testing after getting to orbit. Both mission specialists will monitor and command the spacecraft during the trans-lunar injection burn that sends Orion to the Moon and during other correction burns throughout the mission. Mission specialists support the team by making sure everyone’s voices are heard, double-checking that every option is considered, and stepping in when and where needed. They train for all roles and are always ready to assume the duties of the commander or pilot if needed. Mission Specialist I for the Artemis II mission is NASA astronaut Christina Koch.