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Careers at NASA
There are jobs and there are careers. But at NASA, our work is more than just a profession—it’s a lifelong pursuit, a passion—and a chance to change the history of humanity. Together, we stand poised to usher in a bold new era of discovery.
People
18,000+ Civil Servants
Locations
10 Centers and Facilities
Occupations
150+
Yearly New Hires
500-1100
Come Explore With Us
We're a diverse team united by a shared purpose. Join our team of engineers, scientists, program managers, and more who share a passion for exploration and a drive for excellence. Learn more about all of the roles available at NASA.
How to Apply
At NASA, we explore the secrets of the universe for the benefit of all. And we’re looking for people who share our passion for exploration to join our team. Whether you're developing cutting-edge technologies to further human spaceflight or managing the operations of one of our facilities across the country, there is a place for you at NASA. Come explore with us!
Learn more on how to apply and work with NASA![steven spremo](http://web.archive.org./web/20231015125258im_/https://www.nasa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/stevan-spremo_0.jpg?w=640)
Federal merit system principles indicate that the Federal Government should endeavor to achieve a work force from all segments of society. NASA is committed to ensuring we recruit and hire the most talented and promising individuals, from all backgrounds and all life experiences. The federal government offers unique hiring paths to help hire individuals that represent our diverse society.
Pathways Internship Program
We strategically hire our Pathways Interns based on long-term potential and alignment with NASA’s future workforce needs.
Specializing in multi-semester experiences, the Pathways Internship Program prepares you for a career at NASA and offers a direct pipeline to full-time employment at NASA upon graduation.
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Women in STEM Careers
Women have always played a critical role in NASA’s history.
NASA is committed to recruiting and retaining women in STEM to help the agency continue to push boundaries to achieve the impossible.
Learn More![Concha Reid, deputy manager for the Space Science Project Office, in front of the Glenn Extreme Environments Rig at NASA’s Glenn Research Center.](http://web.archive.org./web/20231015125258im_/https://www.nasa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/conchareid.jpg?w=640)
Veterans and Military Spouses
NASA values the commitment and service of military veterans and their families.
If you’re a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces and were separated under honorable conditions, or if you’re the spouse of an active-duty member or veteran, you may be eligible for special hiring authorities for veterans, veterans’ preference, or military spouse appointing authorities.
Learn More![Military insignia and patches in the cupola of the International Space Station](http://web.archive.org./web/20231015125258im_/https://www.nasa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/ejf7psmwkaehfwd.jpg?w=640)
Individuals with Disabilities
NASA is committed to recruiting, hiring and retaining individuals with disabilities.
If you’re an individual with a disability, you may apply and compete for any job for which you are eligible and meet the qualifications, but you also may be hired under a special hiring authority. Federal agencies can use the Schedule A Hiring Authority to hire individuals with disabilities.
Learn More![Former NASA scientist Kantis Simmons, an author and speaker, addresses NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center team members Oct. 29.](http://web.archive.org./web/20231015125258im_/https://www.nasa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/0fd8793.jpg?w=640)
Executive Leadership Opportunities
Our strong leadership cadre supports and empowers NASA employees to achieve their best.
We have three Executive Career paths at NASA: Senior Executive Service (SES), Senior Level (SL) and Scientific or Professional (ST) positions. All of NASA’s Executive position vacancies are available for you to view on USAJobs.gov
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Peace Corps/AmeriCorps VISTA Alumni
If you volunteered with the Peace Corps or AmeriCorps VISTA, you may have non-competitive eligibility for federal employment.
Non-competitive eligibility is a way to be appointed to certain federal positions without competing with the general public.
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Current or Former Federal Employees
A non-competitive appointment of certain current or former federal employees to a competitive service position.
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Life at NASA
Your work will expand the realm of what is possible in aeronautics, astronautics, science, and technology. Help us take on exciting and meaningful missions—from landing the next woman and person of color on the Moon to understanding climate change here on our home planet. Learn more about what a career at NASA could look like, including our mission, culture, values and benefits.
Learn More about Life at NASA![Astronaut hanging in harness in a flight suit to evaluate the amount of dexterity the suit would provide for various tasks including translating across handrails, working with tools, and entering a spacecraft hatch.](http://web.archive.org./web/20231015125258im_/https://www.nasa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jsc2012e064085.jpg?w=2048)
Where We Work
We don't just work in space.
More than 18,000 professionals work around the country in laboratories and wind tunnels, on airfields and in control rooms and office buildings to answer some of life’s fundamental mysteries: What’s out there in space? How do we get there? And what can we learn that will make life better here on Earth?
NASA Centers and Facilities about Where We Work![Large group of people standing in front of NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center's main building.](http://web.archive.org./web/20231015125258im_/https://www.nasa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/afrc2023-0053-01-biographiesaz.jpg?w=1000)
People of NASA
NASA is more than astronauts. We are scientists, engineers, IT specialists, human resource specialists, accountants, writers, photographers, and many other kinds of people working together to break barriers to achieve the seemingly impossible.
Learn More about People of NASA![Dewayne looks off camera smiling with his arms crossed while wearing glasses, a silver watch, and a black collared shirt with the Mars Sample Return logo. He has a black mustache & salt & pepper short, curly hair. The NASA worm logo is in the background.](http://web.archive.org./web/20231015125258im_/https://www.nasa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/nhq202301250001.jpg?w=1041)
Top 5 Reasons to Work at NASA
Considering a career at NASA? We've got 5 reasons why you should!
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