At COLSA, supporting space exploration and national defense isn’t just about technology, it’s about people. Behind every system, every mission, and every breakthrough is a team of experienced leaders driving in...
John Vannoy brings a wealth of aviation and manufacturing expertise, along with proven leadership, to the COLSA Uncrewed Systems team as COLSA’s new Director of Uncrewed Systems. As a retired U.S. Army Colon...
Gina DeJarnette started her career as a professional horse rider and trainer in the Hunter/Jumper discipline. From there, she channeled her adventurous spirit in a different direction and enlisted in the United...
After almost 10 years of dedicated service to COLSA, Deanna Iovino has been promoted to Director of Compliance. Not only is this a significant milestone for Deanna, but it’s also a significant milestone for COL...
Trisha Mace is COLSA’s Talent Acquisition Partner for our Cyber and Information Warfare division along with our Uncrewed Systems division. She partners with our incredibly talented (and nice, as she points out)...
Employee of the Year: Garrison Hill, IT Systems Architect “I’m genuinely thankful to work at a company like COLSA that has believed in me and challenged me to grow. The opportunities I’ve be...
Melissa Mitchell joined COLSA in September 2025 as the Executive Director of Acquisition with 27 years of experience and expertise in Government Contracting and Business Operations. During the span of her Gover...
On August 27, the NSSC hosted its annual NASA Honor Awards at Stennis Space Center, recognizing outstanding individual and group achievements from 2024. The NASA Agency Honor Awards are the most prestigious hon...
Haley Chapin has been a member of COLSA Corporation’s Proposals Department for eleven years, being hired under former Proposals Director Kathy Tournquist straight out of college. “I remember being very...
Q: How did you get your start with COLSA? A: I got my bachelor’s degree from Athens State University in Acquisitions and Contract Management. I started at COLSA as an intern in the Purchasing department, aft...