Wilson, Stephanie D.
1966- · Contribution: 1996-present
Spacecraft systems engineering; ISS robotics operations
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Impact on the world
Holds the record for the most cumulative time in space (42+ days) of any Black astronaut, male or female, across three space shuttle missions.
Life & background
An aerospace engineer and NASA astronaut, Wilson has flown on three space shuttle missions to the International Space Station, working on station systems, robotics operations, and crew safety procedures. She is a member of NASA's Artemis astronaut team.
Sources
- Interesting Engineering; The Mars Generation
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