About
Chris Kemp serves as the CEO of Astra, a space technology company dedicated to developing affordable and frequent launch services for small satellites. He co-founded Astra in 2016, leveraging his background in aerospace engineering from his time at NASA Ames Research Center. Kemp previously co-founded Made In Space, where he contributed to pioneering 3D printing in space environments. His expertise includes rocket propulsion systems, satellite deployment, and fostering innovation in the commercial space sector. Under his leadership, Astra has achieved multiple orbital launches, advancing accessibility to space.
