Gregory ‘Box’ Johnson

Gregory H. “Box” Johnson’s trajectory from a child inspired by the moon landing to a distinguished astronaut and leader in space research is a testament to the power of early inspiration and persistent pursuit of one’s dreams. Born on May 12, 1962, in the United Kingdom but considering Fairborn, Ohio, his hometown, Johnson’s early exposure to Neil Armstrong’s moonwalk ignited a lifelong passion for space exploration. This defining moment set him on a path that would lead him to the U.S. Air Force Academy and later to Columbia University, where he honed his skills in aeronautical and flight structures engineering.