James Moore has literally grown up with the space program. He has been interested in space since an early age, and was known to have made more than one late night call to the astronomer at the local university. James grew up in Florence, Alabama which is just a short drive from Huntsville, Alabama -- the location of the Marshall Space Flight Center. James is an IT professional by trade. He is an amateur astronomer, a member of several professional organizations and enjoys playing percussion in several local groups. He has also participated in a number of NASA Socials.