Job Title:Astronaut Candidate

Department:National Aeronautics & Space Administration

Agency:

Job Announcement Number:JS12A0001
SALARY RANGE:
    $64,724.00 to $141,715.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD:
    Tuesday, November 15, 2011 to Friday, January 27, 2012
SERIES & GRADE:
    GS-0801-11/14
POSITION INFORMATION:
    Full Time - Permanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:
15
DUTY LOCATIONS:
    Few vacancy(s) in the following locations:
Houston, TXView Map
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
    This announcement is open to all qualified U.S. citizens.
JOB SUMMARY:

NASA, the world's leader in space and aeronautics is always seeking outstanding scientists, engineers, and other talented professionals to carry forward the great discovery process that its mission demands. Creativity. Ambition. Teamwork. A sense of daring. And a probing mind. That's what it takes to join NASA, one of the best places to work in the Federal Government.

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has a need for Astronaut Candidates to support the International Space Station (ISS) Program and future deep space exploration activities.

    KEY REQUIREMENTS

    Position subject to pre-employment background investigation
    This is drug-testing designated position
    Frequent travel may be required
    Selectee must pass a pre-employment medical examination

DUTIES:
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Astronauts are involved in all aspects of assembly and on-orbit operations of the ISS. This includes extravehicular activities (EVA), robotics operations using the remote manipulator system, experiment operations, and onboard maintenance tasks. Astronauts are required to have a detailed knowledge of the ISS systems, as well as detailed knowledge of the operational characteristics, mission requirements and objectives, and supporting systems and equipment for each experiment on their assigned missions.

Long-duration missions aboard the ISS generally last from 3 to 6 months. Training for long duration missions is very arduous and takes approximately 2 to 3 years. This training requires extensive travel, including long periods away in other countries training with our international partners. Travel to and from the ISS will be aboard the Russian Soyuz vehicle. Consequently, astronauts must meet the Soyuz size requirements, as indicated below. Additional information about the position can be found at Astronaut Candidate Program.

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