Space Madness Podcast Episode 58: Fifty Years at JPL

The Space Madness Podcast Video · Jun 15, 2026 · 45m

Discover Jim Erickson's 50-year journey at JPL from Voyager to Perseverence, and the lessons learned from a life spent pioneering space exploration. Jim's journey to JPL began in college when he was looking for a summer job to help pay for his education. A fortuitous connection through his father led him to apply for a position at JPL. After impressing the team with his resume and a bit of luck, Jim found himself working on the Voyager mission right out of college. This pivotal moment set the stage for a lifelong career in space exploration. It's a great joy for me to speak with him, as very…