Yep tbf

Knowing someone who works for NASA is relatively low, given there are only about 14,000 direct civil service employees, though this number rises significantly when including over 100,000 contractors and subcontractors. Your odds are highest if you live near major NASA centers (e.g., Houston, Huntsville, DC) or work in aerospace, engineering, or IT.

Key Factors Affecting Your Odds:

Total Workforce: While ~14,000 are directly employed, roughly 100,000+ contractors support NASA, making it more likely to know a contractor than a civil servant.
Geographic Concentration: Living near NASA centers (e.g., JSC in Houston, MSFC in Huntsville, KSC in Florida) increases your chances dramatically.
Professional Networking: Because positions are highly competitive, many hires come through referrals or networking in the aerospace industry.

Broader Roles:

NASA employs more than just astronauts or scientists; they hire accountants, IT specialists, writers, and public relations managers.

If you know someone in the aerospace industry, the likelihood of them being a contractor for NASA is relatively high.

Posted By: SCC 28, Apr 2, 13:34:28