Ike Theriot Helps Prepare Astronauts to Work on the Moon

From serving in the U.S. Army to helping prepare astronauts to explore the lunar surface, Ike Theriot built a path to NASA through discipline and determination. He integrates flight operations testing needs across the Artemis program, ensuring teams have the data, procedures, and experience required to prepare astronauts to live and work on the Moon. Ike Theriot Flight Operations Surface Testing LeadTheriot helps develop and execute simulated moonwalks at Johnson and at field locations across the U.S. and internationally. Theriot’s work extends far beyond NASA facilities, into remote environments that mirror the realities of lunar surface operations. Ike Theriot Flight Operations Surface Testing LeadTheriot’s interest in space began while deployed overseas with the Army.