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Moog's Critical Role in Artemis II Launch
East Aurora firm has provided NASA with key technologies for the mission
Apr. 2, 2026 at 8:34pm
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Moog's cutting-edge fluid control and actuation technologies play a critical 'tip to tail' role in supporting the Artemis II mission's propulsion and stabilization.East Aurora TodayMoog Inc., an aerospace and defense technology company based in East Aurora, New York, played a significant role in the successful Artemis II launch. The company's Actuation Systems program director, Jim Steffan, led a team that provided NASA with a wide range of technical devices and systems, including thrust vector control systems, launch abort system actuators, fluid control and actuation technologies, and mobile launch pad actuators, all of which were critical to the mission's success.
Why it matters
Moog's long-standing relationship with NASA, dating back to the Apollo moon missions in the 1960s, has allowed the company to develop specialized technologies that are essential for the agency's space exploration programs. The successful integration of Moog's systems into the Artemis II mission highlights the importance of local aerospace companies in supporting national space initiatives.
The details
Moog's technologies played a crucial role in the Artemis II mission, from guiding and steering the rocket during ascent to providing emergency safety systems and supporting propulsion and stabilization. The company's engineers and support staff have been working on these systems for more than three years, ensuring their readiness for the launch.
- Moog has been working on the Artemis II technologies for more than three years.
- The Artemis II mission launched on April 2, 2026.
The players
Moog Inc.
An aerospace and defense technology company based in East Aurora, New York, that has a long-standing relationship with NASA dating back to the Apollo moon missions in the 1960s.
Jim Steffan
Moog's Actuation Systems program director, who led the team that provided NASA with the critical technologies for the Artemis II mission.
NASA
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the United States government agency responsible for the country's space exploration programs, including the Artemis missions.
What they’re saying
“From tip to tail, we have a lot of things covered.”
— Jim Steffan, Moog's Actuation Systems program director
“Luckily, we didn't need that.”
— Jim Steffan, Moog's Actuation Systems program director
“It is very satisfying. NASA could pick any firm, yet, we have a long standing relationship and that matters.”
— Jim Steffan, Moog's Actuation Systems program director
What’s next
Moog's engineers and support staff are already working on future Artemis and other NASA launches, continuing their long-standing partnership with the space agency.
The takeaway
Moog's critical contributions to the Artemis II mission highlight the importance of local aerospace companies in supporting national space exploration efforts. The company's deep expertise and long-standing relationship with NASA have made it an invaluable partner in the development of cutting-edge technologies that are essential for the success of these ambitious programs.
