NASA's Space Technology Mission Directorate

NASA's Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) is a division focused on developing advanced technologies to support current and future space exploration missions. It creates innovative tools and systems—such as powerful rockets, efficient spacecraft, and new materials—that enable astronauts to explore deeper into space, including Mars, and improve Earth's technological capabilities. STMD's efforts aim to make space travel safer, more affordable, and sustainable, ensuring NASA stays at the forefront of space innovation.