So this was my first week as a full time employee for Boeing at KSC. I have got to say that this has been an amazing week working with great people. I just graduated on May 13th, 2005 with a Bachelor of Science degree from Texas A&M University. I have been working for The Boeing Company since June 2004 and upon graduation, I accepted this new position working on the Shuttle in Florida.
My ultimate goal is to become an astronaut. I decided to start this blog to document the obstacles, accomplishments, and the paths it will take to reach my ultimate goal. Just this week I experienced before my own eyes the shuttle Discovery rolling back to the Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB) for them to exchange the external tank. I just couldn't even believe that I have gotten to this point. This week I also was able to pitch in some help with the tiles for space shuttle Endeavor. There were some discrepancies and problems with the current shuttle tiles in regards to the bonding, gapping, or step. This week was just a great week for me and I am glad that I took this position in FL. Every week I will update with a new posting and possible a picture as I journey to become an astronaut.
So.....Enjoy!
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Can you explain a little more about what you do day to day at your job? Thanks, and good luck!
Wow
Hi , How are you ? I am from India. I must say those were some breat taking snaps. Hope to find more aircraft snaps. And i agree with what you have to say " Always chase your dreams no matter what "
Hey Damaris,
I'm from the netherlands, europe. I just wanted you to know that I think you are verry brave to follow your dream! Go for it. and also, I think this is a great initiative to write this blog. I will visit your blog to see how you are doing!
Good luck!
Welcome to Florida! We were all bummed that the shuttle didn't go up, but, as always, safety first!
Congrats on having your blog chosen as a Blogger Blog of Note. Way to go!
Thank you for creating a blog with which people of all ages can keep up with your journey(s). Excellent!
Best of luck as you continue toward your goal of reaching and being closer to the starry heavens.
This is a great weblog! Very novel to document the process of achiveing a rare dream. All the luck to you; that's a wonderful dream to pursue! Hopefully I'll make someday, too... The photos are great, as well! Looking forward to more posts! :)
ALL THE BEST.your words are really inspiring...go.. , chase ur dreams
im eager to see you as an astronaut..will check .
You go Girl!
My sister lives right across the cape in Titusville. She can see the shuttle from her apartment and used to say things like, "yeah, I saw the launch in my rearview mirror on the way to work." I think she would say that just to annoy me because I had to watch on NASA tv! LOL. Sisters...
Anyhow, looking forward to her being able to say that again and who knows, you might be the one on it. *thumbs up*
Every inches you fly away from earth, you can see gradually the unity of universe. on land you may be an american. on the sky who are you? close your eyes and enjoy yourself.
Congratulations on your graduation. You are at the right place to inform us.
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I think a lot of people dreamt of becoming astronauts. I was one of them. Very few people actually work to achieve this dream. I am not one of them, but you are. :)
I wish you all the best!
My younger brother dreams of working for Boeing, I am definitely going to recommend him to check your page!!
Congratulations on your job w/Boeing at KSC! My son and I went to Space Camp this year, which was a step towards that dream. I'm also starting work on a contract for Boeing at the Cape next week. I'm so excited!
Good luck!
Best wishes as you pursue your dream -- there is next to nothing more important than following your dreams!
I wish You Luck..and Happiness on your job/future..
My my, Miles sure seems to like You ;)
Can You write a bit more about Your work on thermal protection system? What kind of system? Ablative? Ceramic? Metallic?
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