EGLS Scope

NASA's Constellation Program depends on effective ground operations, building upon the successes of the Shuttle and ISS Programs, to enable future missions to the Moon and beyond. EGLS supports Constellation ground processing at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC), including all operations related to assembly, integration, launch, and recovery:

• Element processing, test and checkout, and vehicle integration
• Mobile Launcher and Launch Pad operations, propellant loading, launch preparations, and launch execution
• Recovery efforts for the retrieval and refurbishment of the Ares First Stage and Orion Crew Module
• Offline processing for Ares First Stage and Orion -- fluids servicing, cargo processing, and storage
• Sustaining for Ground Support Equipment and infrastructure used in processing, handling, transportation, storage, and testing
• Advanced planning for future operations

The EGLS Scope also anticipates options for continued support for the ISS Program, the transition and retirement of the Space Shuttle Program, and spacecraft fueling for the Launch Services Program.

Commitment to Space Exploration

Boeing is proud to be part of NASA's future in Space Exploration and is committed to supporting the agency to the fullest extent. Boeing's deep history of high performance in support of the Space Shuttle and International Space Station programs sets a standard of excellence for the Constellation Program.

While serving as the prime contractor for ground processing at Kennedy Space Center (KSC), Boeing has received the KSC Large Business of the Year recognition 14 times. Additionally, nominated by NASA at KSC, Boeing has earned distinction as a three-year finalist, and the most recent winner, of NASA's premier award in quality and performance, the George M. Low Award.

Boeing continues to develop a uniquely skilled workforce and provide industry solutions to assure future spacecraft safe access to space. In the spirit of exploration and discovery, Boeing also invests in resources to inspire, educate, and motivate community partners to affect positive change with lasting impacts.