Hertz’s new chief operating officer has extensive experience. In fact, it extends all the way to outer space.

The global rental car giant has promoted Mike Moore — who previously led spaceline technical operations for space tourism company Virgin Galactic — to executive vice president and COO, giving him “direct, end-to-end responsibility” for all fleet operations.

Moore joined Hertz last year as executive vice president of technical operations, using the expertise from his 25 years in fleet operations and maintenance, to provide operational oversight and process improvements to drive cost efficiencies and improve financial performance, the company said in a news release.

“As we continue transforming Hertz for the long term, Mike’s appointment reflects our commitment to disciplined execution and operational excellence,” Hertz CEO Gil West said. “Mike’s proven leadership in optimizing our fleet and delivering process rigor, combined with his deep knowledge of our business, make him the right leader to drive results and strengthen our foundation for sustained performance.”

In addition to his role with Virgin Galactic, Moore has held leadership positions with Delta Air Lines and Northwest Airlines, among other companies.

“Successful operations start with a strong team, clear data and disciplined execution,” he said. “At Hertz, we’re fortunate to have a team full of determination that’s helping drive our turnaround and build the foundation for long-term success.

“In operations, we embrace the daily grind, connecting fleet, safety, customer service and technical operations into something greater. It’s a privilege to lead this team that’s putting in the hard work to transform our operations with a relentless focus on delivering the experience our customers deserve.”