Who here works for NASA?

[arcticfox]

I want a job. I want to be not only the next person to go to the moon, but I want to be the first person on Mars - and I'm willing and able to do anything it takes to do this.<br /><br />Is there someone here who works for NASA who could point me in the right direction, like who to talk to, what to say/do? <br /><br />Thanks.

 

[lunatio_gordin]

You're going to have to fight me for it. <img src="/images/icons/tongue.gif" />

 

[yevaud]

Shuttleguy. He'll know. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p><em>Differential Diagnosis:  </em>"<strong><em>I am both amused and annoyed that you think I should be less stubborn than you are</em></strong>."<br /> </p> </div>

 

[spacefire]

lol wrong. he doesn't.<br /><br />I know of a t least one person who does, but I respect (occasionally) other people's privacy. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p>http://asteroid-invasion.blogspot.com</p><p>http://www.solvengineer.com/asteroid-invasion.html </p><p> </p> </div>

 

[spacefire]

Your location is pretty similar to Mars. I'm sure because of that you'd make a good candidate. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p>http://asteroid-invasion.blogspot.com</p><p>http://www.solvengineer.com/asteroid-invasion.html </p><p> </p> </div>

 

[yevaud]

Pardon me. And if you look upwards and read, what precisely did I say? I said "he'd know," I didn't say "he works for NASA." Did I now? <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p><em>Differential Diagnosis:  </em>"<strong><em>I am both amused and annoyed that you think I should be less stubborn than you are</em></strong>."<br /> </p> </div>

 

[nexium]

It has been a long time since I applied for a civil service job. I had one once and have worked for several subcontractors. Unless the rules have changed, you have to wait until an anouncement is issued for astronaught. Most any State unemployment office can determine if NASA is currently seeking applications. I think most of the astronaughts have a PhD and/or equivalent experience, so I suggest you hit the books while waiting for an opportunity. A lesser civil service job may help, as I think insiders get preference, even though they are not supposed to. I presume you have searched the NASA web site for employment information. Neil

 

[spacefire]

sorry. I see what you were saying now. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p>http://asteroid-invasion.blogspot.com</p><p>http://www.solvengineer.com/asteroid-invasion.html </p><p> </p> </div>

 

[lunatio_gordin]

on the actual NASA page, they say you can send in submissions at any time, and they'll keep them until the next Class of Astronauts is due. If you aren't picked up the first time, they'll still keep it, as long as yopu provide them with updates to your Resume... Which, naturally, if you didn't get in the first time you should probably do somethings to add to it anyway.

 

[mrmorris]

Well -- the first thing to do is use Google. Search for <b>NASA employment</b>. That will give you this link at the very top of the results page. You then do some research on that page -- and possibly some of others that return from the search. You then write a kick-posterior resume that shows just what an incredible person you are and send it in. Then you cross your fingers.

 

[mrmorris]

Oh, and to actually be the first on Mars -- you'd better be very photogenic, have at least two advanced degrees in engineering or science disciplines, be extremely athletic, have excellent speaking skills, no criminal record -- or indeed any blemishes that might cause a scandal... probably a few other things, but that's what I can think of at the moment.<br /><br />Take a look at the bios of some of the current NASA astronauts, as well as those of the original Apollo/Gemini ones. If they don't make you feel like a tiny tiny ant... then you might have 'The Right Stuff'. Or maybe you're just egotistical... how would I know... <img src="/images/icons/smile.gif" />

 

[spacefire]

Are you allowed to be a bigmouthed smart-ass? <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p>http://asteroid-invasion.blogspot.com</p><p>http://www.solvengineer.com/asteroid-invasion.html </p><p> </p> </div>

 

[mrmorris]

<font color="yellow">"Are you allowed..."</font><br /><br />I believe they probably have you blacklisted, but Hey -- paper is cheap, send your resume in.

 

[vogon13]

Some years ago, I worked for a NASA contractor and processed problem reports on APUs (both kinds), body flap actuators, and liquid hydrogen recirculation pumps.<br /><br />Sad highlight:<br /><br />I recall a problem report on a shuttle APU that was lost in the Challenger accident that could not be closed out since the hardware never returned to the plant for a post flight inspection. On paper at least, Challenger still flies..........<br /><br /><img src="/images/icons/frown.gif" /><br /><br /><br /><br /> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p><font color="#ff0000"><strong>TPTB went to Dallas and all I got was Plucked !!</strong></font></p><p><font color="#339966"><strong>So many people, so few recipes !!</strong></font></p><p><font color="#0000ff"><strong>Let's clean up this stinkhole !!</strong></font> </p> </div>

 

[spacefire]

lol. As things stand right now, chances are the first person on Mars will not be a government employee. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p>http://asteroid-invasion.blogspot.com</p><p>http://www.solvengineer.com/asteroid-invasion.html </p><p> </p> </div>

 

[Leovinus]

I am Neil Armstrong's father's brother's nephew's cousin's former roommate. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

 

[arcticfox]

Cool! Can you help get me in? <img src="/images/icons/laugh.gif" /><br /><br /><br />Hey, thanks guys for all your information! I have seen other astronaut files, and yes I do feel like a tiny ant compared to them - like where in the hell am I suppose to get 10000 hours of jet piloting time?<br /><br />I was actually hoping that there might be a possibility that NASA would be willing to train me from scratch into whatever they want, like a disposable hero or something. Roof over my head, food, training, and $200/month is all I ask.<br /><br />Anyone think there may be a slight chance? Maybe if I beg really hard? (I can draw tears and puppydog eyes if I have to) <img src="/images/icons/smile.gif" /><br /><br />

 

[spacefire]

obvioulsy you live in a very cheap place if you think $200/mo will provide for the rest of your 'bare necessities' <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p>http://asteroid-invasion.blogspot.com</p><p>http://www.solvengineer.com/asteroid-invasion.html </p><p> </p> </div>

 

[cdr6]

Having worked for NASA in the past...and having hung out with test pilots and astronaut candidates, the following may help.<br /><br />1. 4 yr dregree from a recognized college/university. 2yr assoc degree will get by (maybe) if it is heavy in science/math...top grades a must!<br /><br />2. "Umpth-tha umpth" hrs of stick time not required for payload specialists. (some flight time is nice) Fixed wing not required, I know two serious candidates, and one astronaut with helo time and only some fixed wing time. <br /><br />3. Military experience a plus, officer not necessarily a preference. (yes folks they take NCOs)<br /><br />4. Good to excellent physical condition, full range of motion, etc. etc.<br /><br />5. Pryor civil service not required.<br /><br />6. Must be a team player and a generalist, (not "gadget good" in just one discipline.) (Eg. A flight systems engineering type who dabbles in geology.)<br /><br />If NASA wants you you will be invited down to Houston for a physical and an orientation. Takes the better part of a week to get probed, poked, and properly tested. <br /><br />"A" list (my term) candidates will get invited back again for "part deux" at a later date. (As I under stand it 6 mos to a year later.) <br /><br />I recommend getting in touch directly with the Astronaut Office-PAO Officer for the real info on what they recommend/need. (They just love to dispense this kind of stuff!)<br /><br />GO FOR IT! ...and good luck!