Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen, who captivated the world when he flew around the moon alongside three American crewmates during the Artemis II mission in April, said Monday that he’ll soon step back from a full-time astronaut role.

Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen, a member of the Artemis II crew, says he is moving to a different role with the Canadian Space Agency: “This unique position is a deliberate launchpad designed to leave the door open for creative,

The Canadian Space Agency’s Jeremy Hansen, who captivated the world during the historic moon mission, said Monday he’d soon step back from a full-time astronaut role.

Astronaut Jeremy Hansen travelled around the moon aboard the Artemis II mission only a few months ago, in April. The Canadian Space Agency announced Monday that Hansen is retiring from the agency and pursuing other opportunities.