Eventually, the time comes for many of us to evaluate the marketability of the skills, qualifications, and experiences we have gained through government service. We hope a prospective employer will appreciate our proven leadership abilities, sharp intellect, and valuable training - fortunately, many do. One of the most valuable, and perpetually underestimated, qualifications that many of us bring to the table ...

Suppose you've come across an hourly job that looks like a great fit. There's just one small matter: The position requires a US security clearance, and you don't have one. You may think that you can just apply for the clearance and in no time the job will be yours, but the process isn't quite that simple. You cannot obtain a ...

Many federal job seekers seriously consider applying for open positions at federal contractors. These companies usually benefit from faster hiring processes, higher pay, and more vacancies. On the downside, government contractors cannot offer the job security that comes with federal employment and the open positions aren’t as diverse. Most growth has come in the IT and Engineering career fields as contracts ...

The mission of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is to "pioneer the future in space exploration, scientific discovery and aeronautics research". More specifically, NASA represents four principle organizations, referred to as mission directorates: ● Aeronautics: pioneers and proves new flight technologies that improve our ability to explore and which have practical applications on Earth. ● Exploration Systems: creates new ...

Aeronautical Analysts collect, analyze, and evaluate aeronautical data from worldwide data and imagery sources. They convert that data into digital and graphic formats for use in supporting all phases of flight operations. Individuals use their knowledge of all phases of flight including planning, en route, and terminal. In addition, Aeronautical Analysts use computer systems and specialized software to maintain specialized databases ...