NASA Opens Applications for New Astronaut Selection with Annual Salary Exceeding $164,000
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NASA, the U.S. space agency, has opened applications for a new class of astronauts. The annual salary for this position is $164,395. The agency has set December 3, 2026 as the deadline for receiving applications, so those wishing to apply must submit their applications before this date.
The available information does not mention the full requirements for applying. Therefore, applicants should review NASA's official website for details and requirements specific to each position.
Astronauts work on the International Space Station and on various scientific and technical missions. In 2023, two Saudi astronauts, Ali Al-Qarni and Rayyanah Barnawi, participated in a mission to the International Space Station, a mission that many Saudis followed with great interest.
This announcement represents an opportunity for people interested in space science, engineering, and technology. Many are expected to follow the details of this new class in the coming weeks.
Sources: أريبيان بزنس
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