Thomas Hendricksen
About Thomas Hendricksen
Thomas Hendricksen serves as the Vice President of NASA Services at Herndon Solutions Group, where he leads a team of technical professionals and manages a significant environmental contract. With over 25 years of experience in the environmental industry, he possesses expertise in regulatory compliance, waste management, and ecological monitoring.
Work at Herndon Solutions Group
Thomas Hendricksen currently holds the position of Vice President of NASA Services at Herndon Solutions Group, a role he has occupied since 2023. He also serves as the Director of Environmental Services, a position he has held since 2020. In these roles, he leads a team of technical professionals, including subject matter experts, project managers, sampling and field specialists, and administrative support personnel. He manages a significant environmental contract valued at over 10 million dollars, overseeing the day-to-day operations and ensuring the execution of the annual operation plan and budget.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Hendricksen earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences with a focus on Marine Biology from the Florida Institute of Technology, where he studied from 1987 to 1992. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in the environmental industry. He possesses technical expertise in areas such as permit and regulatory compliance, sampling, analysis and monitoring, waste management, and ecological monitoring.
Background
Hendricksen has over 25 years of experience in the environmental industry. His career includes significant roles at various organizations, including Comprehensive Health Services, where he worked as an Environmental Engineer and Section Manager from 2001 to 2008 at Kennedy Space Center. He also served as a Program Manager and Service Manager at Leidos from 2015 to 2020, further enhancing his managerial and technical skills in the field.
Achievements
In his current role, Thomas Hendricksen serves as the Program Manager for the NASA Environmental and Medical Contract (NEMCON) at the Kennedy Space Center. He has successfully managed complex environmental contracts and led teams to achieve compliance with regulatory standards. His leadership in managing a multi-million dollar environmental contract demonstrates his capability in balancing technical, managerial, contractual, finance, and business expertise.