Mike Ciannilli is a former NASA mission leader who explains how disciplined decisions prevent failure in complex space missions. Drawing on experience in mission operations and test director environments, he analyzes developments in programs such as Artemis, launch readiness decisions, and the growing role of commercial launch capability.
Mike provides media commentary on human space flight, mission risk, and major program decisions. He keynotes internationally on preventing failure, applying lessons learned, and strengthening decision discipline in high stakes technical environments.
This channel features media appearances, short analysis videos, and commentary on how complex space programs
evolve under pressure.
Preventing failure in complex space missions through disciplined decisions and lessons applied.