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Constellation

Overview

NASA's Constellation program supports the Vision for Space Exploration, and program elements consists of human and robotic space systems that will be required for humans to conduct space exploration for the next few decades.

On Wednesday Dec. 12, 2007, NASA awarded Boeing a contract valued at approximately $265 million to produce the Ares I crew launch vehicle's instrument unit avionics (IUA). The award follows Boeing's selection as the Ares I upper stage production contractor in August.

The IUA provides the guidance, navigation and control hardware for the new Ares I crew launch vehicle, serving as the "brains" behind the rocket's ascent. The Ares I launches the Orion crew exploration vehicle, which will join other elements of NASA's Constellation program to help propel astronauts to the moon by 2020.

"We are ready to use Boeing's knowledge, processes and tools to NASA's advantage and are committed to bringing the best of Boeing and the best of Industry to ensure success," said Roger A. Krone, Boeing Network and Space Systems president. "We will apply proven practices and expertise from several Boeing programs, including EA-18G Growler, Future Combat Systems and Ground-based Midcourse Defense, among others."

For more information, read the Constellation overview.