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Alabama's impact reaches the stars ✨ NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration's overall economic effect in Alabama during Fiscal Year 2023 included: - 35,494 jobs supported - $8B economic output - $265.2M state tax revenue Learn more about NASA’s economic footprint nationwide >> https://lnkd.in/eEfmAzeV

NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration teams are testing a key technology demonstration known as LISA-T. It’s a super compact, stowable, thin-film solar array that when fully deployed in space offers both a power generation and communication capability for small spacecraft. Watch this video to learn more about the spacecraft, its deployment, and the possibilities from John Carr, deputy center chief technologist at #NASAMarshall >> https://lnkd.in/ehsuPVXu

This month we are recognizing National Disability Employment Awareness Month. We are stronger because of our diverse and inclusive workforce, which is fueled by innovation and united in achieving mission success. The 2024 theme is "access to good jobs for all." NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration, #NASAMarshall, and #NASAMichoud are dedicated to inclusive hiring practices and providing pathways for good jobs and career success for all employees, including workers with disabilities. If you’re on the job hunt, we invite you to learn more about working at NASA: https://lnkd.in/dDDKaXhG

Casey Wolfe is developing and producing the next generation payload adapter for NASA’s SLS (Space Launch System) super-heavy lift rocket at #NASAMarshall. While precision, perseverance, and engineering are necessary skills in building a Moon rocket, Casey knows that one of the most important aspects for the job is teamwork. READ MORE >> https://lnkd.in/drT5ETEU

Do you have ideas for human health science that could be performed on the future Gateway lunar space station? NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), Canadian Space Agency (CSA), and Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), are seeking information on human health research that could be implemented on humanity’s first space station around the Moon as part of the #Artemis program. Gateway will enable a diverse array of scientific research by leveraging the deep-space lunar environment and will serve as a year-round laboratory offering both internal and external study capabilities. All parties including commercial entities, international organizations, academia, NASA Centers, and other government agencies are eligible to send ideas. Ideas must be submitted by Nov. 25, 2024. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e2GV3rJD

“I get to see lots of pieces and parts of the puzzle and then look at the system as a whole to make sure it meets NASA’s needs,” said Sarah Ryan, SpaceX Raptor engine lead for NASA’s Human Landing System insight team here at #NASAMarshall. Learn more about how Sarah's passion for puzzles, problem-solving, and propulsion led her to work on the #Artemis campaign >> https://lnkd.in/ePzpezPq

#NASAMarshall’s LinkedIn Intern Spotlight Series features students who are dedicated to the NASA mission. Our spotlight today features Jenna Sayler, a graduate student at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology earning her master's degree in engineering management.👩🎓🚀 To learn more about NASA Internships, visit: https://lnkd.in/enUZkH-A

X-ray observations of astronomical objects reveal many secrets about the universe! 🔭 At #NASAMarshall, our scientists and engineers have spent 30+ years building, testing, and flying innovative optics that bring the universe’s X-ray mysteries into sharper focus. Learn more about our extensive history with X-ray mirror development >> https://lnkd.in/dtbyfkjQ

#NASAMarshall’s new LinkedIn Intern Spotlight Series will feature interns who are dedicated to the NASA mission. 🚀 Our next intern spotlight features Sydney Calhoun, a junior at the University of Alabama Huntsville (UAH) majoring in chemical engineering. To learn more about NASA Internships visit: https://lnkd.in/e-KFMXcK

NASA’s Centennial Challenges program recently opened a new competition, LunaRecycle, and the first public informational webinar is taking place on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at 3 p.m. ET! Whether you’re an innovator, engineer, scientist, or simply passionate about the future of space, don’t miss out on this opportunity to get involved. During the webinar, participants will learn about the rules, eligibility, and how you can contribute innovative solutions to recycling and resource management in space. REGISTER HERE >> https://lnkd.in/ezVn-pze