Hans Königsmann

Hans Königsmann, former VP of Reliability at SpaceX and an early hire, shares his vast expertise in ensuring rocket safety. He recounts harrowing tales from the early Falcon 1 launches, emphasizing lessons learned from failures. Discussions about the importance of in-house manufacturing and the evolution of risk management practices highlight innovations in aerospace. Königsmann also dives into the complexities of reusable rockets and the current challenges facing the Starship program, underscoring the balance of innovation and dependability in space exploration.