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NASA Space Apps Navigators (“Navigators”) are NASA Space Apps Challenge community members who have demonstrated excellence in the program or excellence in relevant fields including, but not limited to: science, data, technology, and space. As a Navigator, you will be connected to the tens of thousands of NASA Space Apps Challenge participants to share your expertise and help enhance participant problem solving. You will also be relied upon to provide feedback on NASA Space Apps Challenge official resources, as well as judge participant projects submitted to the Universal Event.
Navigators are approved on an individual, rolling basis. Once approved, Navigators must attend two NASA Space Apps Challenge virtual preparation webinars. These webinars will train Navigators on how to best prepare for their role.
The Navigator role is 100% virtual. The time commitment for the role of a NASA Space Apps Challenge Navigator is approximately 20 hours total, with tasks ranging from a few weeks prior to the hackathon, during the hackathon two-day event, and in the weeks following the hackathon for those participating in the judging process.
Navigators are recognized for their exemplary participation in past NASA Space Apps Challenge hackathons or are otherwise honored for their subject matter expertise in a variety of technical fields. You have the opportunity to work directly with the NASA Space Apps GO Team, interact with NASA Subject Matters Experts, and network with a global community of like-minded Earth and space science enthusiasts and problem-solvers.
Join the NASA Space Apps Global Community and work alongside the NASA Space Apps GO Team and NASA Subject Matter Experts to support participants in the largest annual global hackathon.
Support a global community of participants in 160+ countries and territories by answering technical questions as well as logistical questions related to the hackathon. Be a trusted guide for an enhanced participant experience.
Engage participants in virtual discussions during the two-day hackathon, supporting participants by answering their questions or connecting them to the appropriate resources, leveraging your field of expertise in your responses. Get a first look at resources and provide helpful feedback to ensure materials are ready for the public.