Her parents cleaned the offices of rocket scientists, now she is one of the people shaping NASA missions.
Rosa Avalos‑Warren rose from humble beginnings to become the Near Space Network’s Network Director for Robotics and Launch Vehicle Missions at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center. In her role, she helps ensure vital communication between NASA and a wide range of spacecraft. In this video, she shares the story of her path, the challenges she overcame, and the determination that carried her into the world of space exploration.