Since the 1960s, NASA has selected 350 people to train as astronaut candidates for the  missions to explore space.

48 astronauts are in the active astronaut corps and more will be needed to crew spacecraft.

All eligible Americans should apply beginning March 2.”

The basic requirements to apply include U.S. citizenship and a master’s degree in a STEM field – including engineering, biological science, physical science, computer science, or mathematics, from an accredited institution. The requirement for the master’s degree can also be met by:

• Two years (36 semester hours or 54 quarter hours) of work toward a Ph.D. program in a related science, technology, engineering or math field;
• A completed doctor of medicine or doctor of osteopathic medicine degree;
• Completion (or current enrollment that will result in completion by June 2021) of a nationally recognized test pilot school program.

Candidates also must have at least two years of related, progressively responsible professional experience or at least 1,000 hours of pilot-in-command time in a jet aircraft. Astronaut candidates must pass the NASA long-duration spaceflight physical.

You can apply to #BeAnAstronaut at www.usajobs.gov.

The application period is open March 2-31.