Matt Anderson (’09) has been nominated by President Donald Trump to serve as NASA’s deputy administrator. Anderson, who received his master’s degree from Embry-Riddle in Aeronautical Science, is a retired colonel in the U.S. Air Force and is vice president at CACI International Inc., a defense consulting and services company. He was also chief growth officer of the Space Force Association.
“Matt Anderson brings extensive knowledge of space operations, aeronautics expertise and industry experience.”
Janet Petro, Acting NASA Administrator
Anderson served in the Air Force for 24 years, flying nearly 5,000 hours and instructing in the T-6 and T-37 trainer aircraft. He served as senior aide-de-camp to the commander for the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and U.S. Northern Command. He was commander of the 4th Airlift Squadron and retired as senior liaison officer to the U.S. Space Command, NORAD and U.S. Northern Command.
“Matt Anderson brings extensive knowledge of space operations, aeronautics expertise and industry experience,” says Acting NASA Administrator Janet Petro. “If confirmed, he would join NASA’s leadership team at a time when partnerships and a sharpened focus on mission are essential to our continued success.”