Can EU citizens work in NASA?

Can EU citizens work in NASA?

NASA has contract staff members with citizenship in many of the European countries. Many go on to become citizens of the United States, and transfer to NASA as civil servants. However, many retain their European citizenship and continue on as contractors.

Can British citizens work for NASA?

Space agencies such as NASA, ESA, and Roscosmos recruit a new astronaut class every few years according to their requirements and competition is high. The UK Space Agency is a member of ESA, so British citizens can apply to become ESA astronauts.

Do you need to be a U.S. citizen for NASA?

Yes, you must be a U.S. citizen to apply for the program through NASA, applicants with valid U.S. dual-citizenship are also eligible. It is not recommended that you change your citizenship solely for the purpose of being eligible for the Astronaut Candidate Program.

Does NASA hire only Americans?

NASA only directly employs US citizens. NASA indirectly employs a considerably larger number of contractors and subcontractors (I started as such) onsite as well as off site these days.

Can international work in NASA?

Information for Non U.S. Citizens Other than extremely rare exceptions, you must be a U.S. citizen in order to work for NASA as a civil service employee. If you are not a U.S. citizen, you may wish to consider opportunities with one of our International Space Partners: Agencia Espacial Brasileira (AEB)

Does NASA hire foreign employees?

NASA does not make any foreign hires. It is necessary for one to be a US citizen to be considered for hiring at NASA.

How do I apply to work for NASA as a contractor?

Each of our contractor companies handles its own application process and hiring. For contractor job information (including qualifications, vacancies and benefits) you must contact the companies directly. Other than extremely rare exceptions, you must be a U.S. citizen in order to work for NASA as a civil service employee.

What kind of jobs can you get at NASA?

Careers at NASA: Explore the Extraordinary, Every Day. NASA is more than astronauts. We are scientists, engineers, IT specialists, human resources specialists, accountants, writers, technicians and many other kinds of people working together to break barriers to achieve the seemingly impossible.

Do you have to be a citizen to become an astronaut?

Yes, you must be a U.S. citizen to apply for the program through NASA, applicants with valid U.S. dual-citizenship are also eligible. It is not recommended that you change your citizenship solely for the purpose of being eligible for the Astronaut Candidate Program.