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NASA Headquarters
NASA Headquarters, in Washington, provides overall guidance and direction to the agency, under the leadership of the Administrator. Ten field centers and a variety of installations around the country conduct the day-to-day work in laboratories, on air fields, in wind tunnels, and in control rooms. Together, this skilled, diverse group of scientists, engineers, managers, and support personnel share the Vision, Mission, and Values that are NASA.
Location
Washington, D.C.
Founded
1958
People
2,463
Director
Nichole Pinkney
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The NASA HQ Information Center serves members of the national and international public.
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