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Cable Technician, 2

Chantilly, VA

$20.75 - $26.25/hr

Overview Wanted: a detail oriented candidate with 2 years structured cabling experience to be our next Cable Technician 2 in McLean, VA Responsibilities * Work independently or as part of a crew ...

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NASA Network / Cable Plant Technician

Greenbelt, MD

$23.50 - $30.25/hr

The network supports NASA's Artemis Program and the Mars Exploration Program, among many, many ... Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, profit sharing, Flexible ...

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As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for nasa health in the United States is $37.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $48.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a NASA Health job?

A NASA Health job involves ensuring the health, safety, and performance of astronauts, scientists, and employees involved in space missions and research. These roles can include aerospace medicine, human performance research, biomedical engineering, and health technology development. Professionals in this field work to prevent medical issues in space, develop countermeasures for microgravity effects, and support astronaut rehabilitation. Their work is critical to long-duration space missions and human space exploration.

What are some typical responsibilities for professionals working in NASA Health roles?

Professionals in NASA Health roles are often responsible for monitoring astronaut health, developing preventive care protocols, and providing medical support during missions and training. They collaborate closely with scientists, engineers, and flight surgeons to address unique health challenges in space, such as radiation exposure, bone density loss, and psychological well-being. Daily tasks may also include conducting medical research, maintaining health records, and developing emergency procedures for space or ground-based teams. These roles are highly collaborative and dynamic, offering the chance to contribute to groundbreaking space exploration while ensuring crew safety and well-being.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Nasa Health position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a NASA Health position, you typically need a background in medicine, nursing, public health, or biomedical sciences, along with relevant degrees and certifications such as MD, RN, or MPH. Experience with advanced medical technologies, electronic health records (EHRs), and NASA-specific health monitoring and telemedicine systems is crucial. Excellent problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills are essential for supporting astronauts and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These abilities are vital to ensure crew health, mission success, and adherence to strict safety protocols in challenging environments.

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Infographic showing various Nasa Health job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,111 per year, or $37.6 per hour.
Instrumentation Engineer - NASA

Instrumentation Engineer - NASA

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Edwards, CA

$100K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.


**This is a pipeline requisition designed to collect resumes for potential upcoming work at AMERICAN SYSTEMS and does not represent a current opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted when an opening/funding becomes available**

As Senior Instrumentation Engineer - NASA at AMERICAN SYSTEMS you will have the opportunity to do the following: 

  • Generate and lead the execution of requirements to fully design, test, and support flight instrumentation systems on current and future research projects.
  • Develop aircraft Instrumentation systems for NASA research vehicles.
  • Have Knowledge in the following instrumentation sensor applications: strain gages, accelerometers, pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, and pitot-static systems.
  • Must be familiar with data acquisition systems (i.e. Teletronics).
  • Must read and understand electrical schematics.
  • Must be familiar with AutoCAD or equivalent for creating, modifying, or updating electrical drawings.
  • Support the use of the TTC data processing systems in the checkout of instrumentation and ground test efforts.
  • Coordinate with the mission control room personnel in the development and design of the displays, development of the data cycle maps, calibration files and run files.
  • Able to lead system or subsystem teams in all aspects of design and implementation to include design reviews, safety analysis, and all documentation development and approval.
  • Analyze project objectives and requirements, develop plans for conducting projects, provide support for the project safety review process
  • Participate in the development of Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, documentation of hazards, and the specification and implementation of mitigations to those hazards.
  • Review project instructions to ascertain requirements, specifications, procedures, objectives, equipment, nature of technical problem, and possible solutions.
  • Set up and conduct tests or studies of complete systems, components, or concepts under research test conditions to investigate proposals for improving performance or other factors.
  • Record test or report procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and make recommendations for changes.
  • Create reports and other documentation necessary to describe the results of studies and/or tests.
  • Analyze indicated and calculated results in relation to requirements, specifications, or test objectives.
  • Mentor engineers in specific technical areas and/or the system engineering process and project management principles.
  • Perform work in accordance with NASA ISO AS9100 procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Follow the safe practices and rules contained in the Safety and Health plan and other such rules and practices communicated on the job.
  • Report status to Senior Technical Lead and/or Task Focal Point in standardized format on or before due date.

  • Bachelors degree in Engineering or Physical Science with at least 7 years of experience OR Masters or PhD degree in Engineering or Physical Science with 4 years of experience
  • Must be a US citizen.
  • Must be able to secure and maintain a security clearance.
  • Must pass drug testing.
  • Must be able to work in a dynamic and multi-task work environment by prioritizing work and coordinating task/project schedules.
  • Must be able to manage and decompose requirements in specific technical areas.
  • Experience in one or more of the following technology areas: telemetry data systems, data processing, data storage systems, or system test and validation.
  • Strong communications and ability to work in a team environment a must.

NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES A 9/80 WORK SCHEDULE


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