Meet our Executive team
Located around Australia, our Executive team is responsible for coordinating civil space matters across government and supporting the growth and transformation of Australia’s space industry.
Enrico Palermo — Head of the Australian Space Agency
Enrico Palermo — Head of the Australian Space Agency
Enrico is responsible for governance and performance, management, policy leadership and strategic direction of the Agency.
Christopher De Luis — General Manager, National Space Security Office
Christopher De Luis — General Manager, National Space Security Office
This branch maintains and strengthens public trust in civil space activities. It combines governance, regulation, authorisation, situational awareness, and oversight to provide assurance of safety, security, and the protection of national interests, while supporting entrepreneurship and innovation. It contributes to international governance by shaping global rules and norms for the safe and sustainable use of outer space.
Chris Hewett — General Manager, Space Partnerships and Growth
Chris Hewett — General Manager, Space Partnerships and Growth
This branch enables a productive, resilient and sustainable space sector, enriched by science and technology. It provides whole-of-government strategic guidance and coordination on space matters, including expert advice and technical due diligence. This branch's efforts are focused on making the Australian space industry strong and resilient, leveraging connections nationally and internationally to foster collaboration and innovation. It also works to help the community understand the contribution of space to Australia’s prosperity, and to build a more diverse STEM workforce inspired by space.
