Dr. Jong-Shinn Wu is the Director of the Taiwan Space Agency (TASA), where he leads national efforts in space technology development, mission planning, and interagency coordination. Since assuming the position in 2023, he has overseen strategic program design and advanced international cooperation. His previous roles include Director-General of the National Space Organization and President of the Taiwan Space Industry Development Association, contributing significantly to the growth of Taiwan’s space ecosystem.

Dr. Wu spent more than two decades at National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University’s Department of Mechanical Engineering, serving as Assistant Professor, Professor, and Chair Professor. He founded the Advanced Rocket Research Center, guiding major advancements in hybrid rockets, plasma applications, propulsion systems, and rarefied gas dynamics. His experience also spans industry leadership, having served as CEO of Taiwan Innovative Space Inc. and Chief Technology Officer for rocket technology at GeoSat Aerospace & Technology, bridging research and real-world applications.

Dr. Wu holds a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Michigan and both M.S. and B.S. degrees in Mechanical Engineering from National Taiwan University. He is recognized as an ASME Fellow, an AIAA Associate Fellow, and a recipient of multiple technology and research awards, reflecting his influence in rocket propulsion and space technology.