National Engineers Week is dedicated to ensuring a diverse future engineering workforce by increasing the awareness of engineering and other careers in science, technology, engineering, and math fields.
Malik Thompson
Malik Thompson shares his experience as an aerospace materials engineer at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in celebration of National Engineers Week and Black History Month.
“Always persevere. No matter how hard things get, no matter how difficult things may seem,” Thompson said. “You yourself have something very significant to contribute that only you can contribute … always speak up and do your best.”
Black History Month, held each February, pays tribute to the generations of African Americans who overcame adversity to achieve full citizenship in American society. NASA celebrates Black History Month annually, highlighting the importance of the culture, traditions, and contributions of its African American workforce.
Ashlee Bracewell
Ashlee Bracewell shares her experiences as a structural test engineer at Marshall in celebration of National Engineers Week and Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day on Feb. 23.
“I get to go home every day knowing that I’ve completed my goal of getting to contribute to spaceflight,” Bracewell said. “Be curious, ask questions, and one day you’ll find yourself someplace you love.”
Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day is a time to encourage young women to pursue engineering careers and opportunities. NASA understands the need to empower women and other underserved groups in science, technology, engineering, and math fields and aims to continue to inspire generations of women to come.