Mission controllers at the Space Telescope Science Institute connect with #Webb at least 2-3 times per 24 hours. They work with planners as well as schedulers at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory & the DSN complexes to plan communications months in advance, since many other observatories also use the DSN. #NASA #JWST #NASAWebb
Space Telescope Science Institute
Research Services
Baltimore, MD 16,764 followers
Expanding the frontiers of space astronomy. We help humanity explore the universe.
About us
We are the Space Telescope Science Institute in Baltimore, Maryland, operated by the Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy. We help humanity explore the universe with advanced space telescopes and ever-growing data archives. Established in 1981, we have helped guide the most famous observatory in history, the Hubble Space Telescope. Since its launch in 1990, we have performed the science operations for Hubble. We also lead the science and mission operations for the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), which launched on December 25, 2021. We will perform parts of the science operations for the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, in formulation for launch in late 2026, and we are partners on several other NASA missions. Our staff conducts world-class scientific research; our Barbara A. Mikulski Archive for Space Telescopes (MAST) curates and disseminates data from over 20 astronomical missions; and we bring science to the world through internationally recognized news, education, and public outreach programs. We value our diverse workforce and civility in the workplace, and seek to be an example for others to follow. OUR STRATEGIC GOALS • Excel in the science operations of NASA's current and future astrophysics flagship missions. • Advance state-of-the-art astronomical research, archives, and tools for scientific discovery. • Make the world's astronomical information accessible to all. • Promote an inclusive, equitable workplace and cultivate a diverse, engaged workforce.
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http://www.stsci.edu
External link for Space Telescope Science Institute
- Industry
- Research Services
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Baltimore, MD
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1982
- Specialties
- Research, Engineering, Data Science, Business Services, IT, Astronomy, Education, Science Operations, Science Data, Graphic Design, Data Visualization Design, Communication, Public Outreach, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Space Astronomy, Telescopes, Data Archives, Education, Software Development, Instrumentation, Hubble Space Telescope, James Webb Space Telescope, Space-based science missions, and Roman Space Telescope
Locations
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Primary
3700 San Martin Drive
Baltimore, MD 21218, US
Employees at Space Telescope Science Institute
Updates
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The summer 2024 NASA's #AstrophotoChallenge closes on August 5! Submit your images from MicroObservatory data or from large ground- and space-based data, and your work may get feedback from scientists! Find more info on the Challenges website: https://lnkd.in/daxh4Gx
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In August, a flock of star-studded figures soars overhead. Sights include the Ring Nebula and the Dumbbell Nebula, and Epsilon Lyrae—two orbiting pairs of stars. Watch “Tonight’s Sky” to learn about this month’s constellations—including space-based views. https://lnkd.in/efnSdnEQ
Tonight's Sky: August
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Infrared light—which #NASAWebb uses to observe the cosmos—can also be used to observe the world around us. Learn how infrared light has numerous applications wherever temperature is important, such as medicine, energy audits, and firefighting. https://lnkd.in/eN7JtY5k
Cosmic Concepts: Infrared Light
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Recently, we had the pleasure of hosting the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Postbacs and their Career Development Manager @Katherine McKee. They had the opportunity to learn how Space Telescope Science Institute supports NASA's missions through Science Operations and explore various science and engineering career paths, and also enjoyed a tour of the #JWST MOC. Our exceptional team members—Aparna C., Stephanie La Massa, Laura Watkins, and Scott Fleming—delivered engaging presentations on their divisions & branches' work and their journeys at STScI.
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We're #hiring a new Lead Administrative Assistant - Roman Space Telescope Mission Office in Baltimore, Maryland. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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We're #hiring a new Associate Science Operations Analyst I in Baltimore, Maryland. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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We're #hiring a new Senior Systems Engineer - JWST in Baltimore, Maryland. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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We're #hiring a new Senior Systems Engineer (PT) in Baltimore, Maryland. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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Last week, the United States Naval Observatory (USNO) graciously hosted our 2024 SASP interns. They enjoyed an enlightening tour of the James M. Gilliss Library, the 6-inch Warner & Swasey Transit Circle, the 12-inch Clark/Saegmüller refractor, and the impressive 26-inch "Great Equatorial" telescope. The STScI team and SASP interns extend their sincere appreciation to @Brian Mason, Astronomer at the USNO, and Kimberly Rupley, Public Affairs Specialist at USNO, for facilitating these enriching tours.
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