NASA Deputy Chief of Staff Michael Altenhofen joins from SpaceX in January 2025 as a senior advisor to the administrator. His role now includes a “deputy chief of staff” title, sparking concerns about conflicts of interest due to his recent status as a Special Government Employee (SGE). As an SGE, Altenhofen’s 130-day appointment is set to expire soon, raising questions about his ongoing involvement with NASA and potential implications for the agency.
Source: https://nasawatch.com/personnel-news/michael-altenhofen-is-nasa-deputy-chief-of-staff