https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nasa-seeks-next-generation-of-astronauts-to-live-and-work-on-the-moonContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nasa-seeks-next-generation-of-astronauts-to-live-and-work-on-the-moonhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nasa-seeks-next-generation-of-astronauts-to-live-and-work-on-the-moon#u194583Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:48:15 +0000NASA has officially opened recruitment for a new generation of astronaut candidates to live and work on the moon. The agency is seeking applicants for its astronaut corps to support lunar surface operations, moon base living, and future deep space exploration including missions to Mars. Selected candidates will be based in Houston, Texas. The position offers a starting salary of $164,395 for the 2027 astronaut hiring class. This recruitment effort aims to expand the workforce driving the Artemis program forward.Why it mattersThe space agency is actively growing its ranks as it prepares for hum