Wed, Sep 19, 2007
OK... The Line Forms Right Behind The Folks From ANN
Hmmmm... Do you think that X Prize
Boss Peter Diamandis will give ANN's Jim Campbell, an "OK" to go
over to "the other side?" while awaiting his upcoming XP-related
gig as one of the next Rocket jocks?
NASA tells us that it is accepting applications for the 2009
Astronaut Candidate Class. Those selected could fly to space for
long-duration stays on the International Space Station and missions
to the moon (step carefully and be on the lookout for Google-Lunar
X Prize Rovers...).
"We look forward to gathering applications and then being able
to select from the largest pool possible," said Ellen Ochoa, NASA's
chief of Flight Crew Operations at the Johnson Space Center.
"Continuing our impressive record in successfully carrying out
challenging human spaceflight missions depends on maintaining a
talented and diverse astronaut corps."
To be considered, a bachelor's degree in engineering, science or
math and three years of relevant professional experience are
required. Typically, successful applicants have significant
qualifications in engineering or science, or extensive experience
flying high-performance jet aircraft.
Teaching experience, including work at the kindergarten through
12th grade level, is considered qualifying. Educators with the
appropriate educational background are encouraged to apply. After a
six-month period of evaluation and interviews, NASA will announce
final selections in early 2009. Astronaut candidates will report to
Johnson in the summer of 2009 to begin the basic training program
to prepare them for future spaceflight assignments.
NASA will accept applications through July 1, 2008.
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