PAUL TOMKO
Personal Profile
Paul Tomko brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of success in program and project management, business development, and space mission simulations.
Paul led aerodynamic testing at the renowned Kirsten Wind Tunnel, working with clients such as NASA, the U.S. Air Force, Boeing, and Lockheed Martin. At Boeing, Paul contributed to the design of composite repair solutions and helped to deliver the first 787 Dreamliner to All Nippon Airways (ANA) in Japan. At the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) Paul managed a $270M program, leading multidisciplinary teams, and overseeing the successful launch of a satellite system.
Paul’s experience centers around business development roles where he has helped early-stage space startups with product design, market fit analysis, and strategic planning. Paul led business development activities full-time at SatRev S.A. in Poland and at Outpost Technologies Corporation in Santa Monica, CA; managing sales pipelines, leading all proposal activities, nurturing customer relationships, and representing these companies at high-level meetings and conferences. Paul’s work has consistently focused on maximizing value, mitigating risks, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality products ahead of customer deadlines.
As an independent Business Development Manager, Paul consults on numerous projects and programs including satellite and launch vehicles, designing and executing space mission simulations, testing space analog suits, and streamlining operations at space analog facilities. Paul’s leadership in high-fidelity training environments is crucial for preparing future astronauts for Lunar and Martian missions.
Analog missions
My extensive experience leading space analog mission simulations has provided me with a deep understanding of the complexities and demands of future human spaceflight. I have participated in Mars simulation missions on Mauna Loa, Hawaii, (HISEAS) and multiple lunar simulation missions in Poland (LunAres Research Station), serving in roles such as Executive Officer and Commander.
In these high-fidelity environments, I have contributed to product and facility design and optimization of mission operations, ensuring a realistic and effective experience for participants. These simulations are crucial for training potential astronauts, refining mission protocols, and advancing our preparation for human exploration of the Moon and Mars. Through these endeavors, I have played a vital role in enhancing the readiness and capabilities of future space missions.
