Jenni Gibbons

Jenni Gibbons, born on August third, nineteen eighty-eight, is a distinguished Canadian astronaut, engineer, and academic. Her remarkable journey in the field of aerospace began when she was selected by the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) in two thousand seventeen as one of the two members of the CSA Group, alongside fellow astronaut Joshua Kutryk.

In two thousand twenty-three, Gibbons was appointed as the backup for Jeremy Hansen for the highly anticipated Artemis II lunar flyby mission. This assignment marks a significant milestone in her career, showcasing her expertise and readiness to contribute to groundbreaking space exploration.

As of the two thousand twenty-three CSA Artemis announcement, she is known by her married name, Jenni Gibbons, reflecting her personal and professional evolution. Her dedication to engineering and space science continues to inspire many aspiring astronauts and engineers across Canada and beyond.