The NASA has initiated a call for proposals for the Aerospace Technical Workforce Hubs (NAS_Hub), a program designed to develop and maintain a qualified technical workforce in the aerospace sector. Proposals must be submitted by March 23, 2026. The NAS_Hub will serve as strategic centers for developing and maintaining a qualified technical workforce, aligned with the needs of the aerospace industry and NASA's missions. The selected organizations will establish partnerships with aerospace employers to align education and training with industry-defined workforce needs. They will also work with community colleges and high school vocational training programs to offer practical, industry-aligned learning experiences. The NAS_Hub will act as focal points for aligning education, workforce, industry, and government partners to accelerate workforce preparation over a three-year period. Proposals must include plans to collaborate with aerospace employers, community colleges, and high school vocational training programs, as well as coordinate with state or regional workforce development systems. The selected organizations will receive funding to establish and maintain the NAS_Hub for a three-year period. NASA is seeking organizations that can demonstrate their ability to establish strong partnerships with aerospace employers, community colleges, and high school vocational training programs, as well as their ability to coordinate with state or regional workforce development systems. Proposals must be submitted online through NASA's Integrated Solicitation and Proposal System (NSPIRES). Interested organizations must create an account on the NASA website and register to receive automatic email announcements. Proposals must include a detailed work plan, a detailed budget, and a list of proposed partners. NASA will select proposals based on their ability to meet the workforce needs of the aerospace industry, their ability to establish strong partnerships with aerospace employers, community colleges, and high school vocational training programs, and their ability to coordinate with state or regional workforce development systems. The selected organizations will be notified of NASA's decision in June 2026. The NAS_Hub will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining a qualified technical workforce in the aerospace sector, contributing to the competitiveness of the US aerospace industry. Students in aerospace training can benefit from these opportunities by participating in the training programs offered by the NAS_Hub, acquiring the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in the aerospace sector. The NAS_Hub will also offer internship and job opportunities for students, allowing them to gain practical experience and launch their aerospace careers. In summary, the NAS_Hub are strategic centers for developing and maintaining a qualified technical workforce in the aerospace sector, offering training, internship, and job opportunities for students in aerospace training. Proposals must be submitted by March 23, 2026, and the selected organizations will be notified of NASA's decision in June 2026.
