The OCSS team designs and certifies the orange pressure suits worn by astronauts during the Artemis II mission, NASA said. Houghton manages flight hardware including Orion Crew Survival Kits, Suit-Worn Survival Suite, and Life Preserver Units. He works with experts in electromagnetic interference, radiation, stress, loads, and materials.
Houghton also helps develop water survival and post-landing hardware and writes manufacturing procedures. S. Navy.
Ground testing pushes systems to their limits to uncover potential issues before flight, according to NASA. Outside of work, Houghton volunteers as a firefighter and emergency medical technician. "Serving my community is something that I have always been passionate about.
I am thankful to have the opportunity to support those around me," he said.