Working Environment and Conditions
- Astronomers work for Federal Government Agencies, especially NASA or the Department of Defense
- Companies that run tests for NASA or the Department of Defense
- Often work alone
- Work indoors and outdoors
- Must be very exact and accurate
- Watch for changes in what is going on
- Must pay attention to details at all times
- May work long hours
- Often work at night
- May travel long distances to use telescopes