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ULA Taps Veteran Executive Amid Vulcan Rocket Challenges
United Launch Alliance has named Mark Peller as its new CEO, replacing Tory Bruno, who left the company to join Blue Origin. Peller, a veteran executive with nearly two decades of experience at ULA, will oversee the company’s efforts to overcome challenges with its Vulcan rocket program. The Vulcan rocket, which was originally scheduled to debut in 2019, has faced numerous delays and setbacks, including a recent issue with its solid rocket boosters. Despite these challenges, ULA remains committed to flying the Vulcan rocket again before the end of the year. The company has a backlog of over 70 missions, including several for the Department of Defense, according to the Decatur Daily.