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Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) and the Bahethi Family Foundation (BFF) awarded 14 scholarships and presented them during the recent SSAI and BFF Dependent Scholarship award in-person and virtual ceremony. This was SSAI and BFF’s 29th year of the scholarship program, in which they award scholarships to talented and well-rounded students to enable their access to quality education and empower them to pursue their dreams. During the ceremony, SSAI CEO and BFF President, Dr. Shilpa Bahethi lauded the awardees, “… please always remember that each one of you possesses the power to make a significant impact on the world, and we have the confidence that you will do just that. Continue to dream big, embrace challenges, and never forget that you have a community at the Bahethi Family Foundation and SSAI cheering you on every step of the way.” Congratulations to our scholars — we look forward to seeing what you all will accomplish! #SSAI #STEM #Higher Education #SSAICoporateSocialResponsibilityPillar #SSAIPeoplePillar

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July from SSAI! 🇺🇸 As we celebrate America's independence, we honor the courage and determination that shaped our nation. For nearly 50 years, Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) has proudly contributed to America's legacy of innovation and exploration. Today, we express our gratitude to our team and partners for their fortitude, and we celebrate the freedoms and opportunities that define our country. We wish everyone a joyous Independence Day filled with pride in our nation! #4thOfJuly #IndependenceDay #SSAI #Innovation #Exploration #SSAICorporateSocialResponsibilityPillar

🎉 Exciting times at Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI)! 🎉 SSAI interns in our EXPLORE (Experience Learning & Observing Real-world Education) corporate internship program introduced themselves recently to each other nationwide. This program offers college and high school students, as well as early career professionals, the chance to work on real-world assignments while shadowing experienced professionals. We are thrilled to have all the interns join the SSAI family! This event was hosted by our Explore Program leads, Josie Pearson, Director of Organizational Development, and Kaitlin Pommert, Organizational Development Specialist who have been hard at work to ensure the internship program kick-off is a resounding success! During the event, we had warm welcomes and introductions from SSAI executives starting with our CEO, Dr. Shilpa Bahethi, MD. Interns shared their names, university affiliations, degree focuses, and meaningful experiences or aspirations. We are proud to have such a diverse group of interns from various backgrounds and degree paths. Upcoming exciting events and activities were also discussed such as the opportunity to participate in professional development and other workshops. We look forward to the culminating videos showcasing their experiences and stay tuned for further updates throughout the summer. For those interested in future SSAI internship opportunities and joining our dynamic team, visit our website often for open positions: https://lnkd.in/ekRmDjfs #SSAI #Internship #STEM #Engineering #TechTalks #Workshops #FutureLeaders #JoinOurTeam #SSAIPeoplePillar 

SSAI PACE Satellite Mission Employees Honored with NASA Achievement Awards Leland Chemerys, a Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) PACE (NASA’s Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem (PACE) satellite mission) Ocean Color Instrument (OCI) Systems Engineer, was awarded a NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Agency Outstanding Public Leadership Medal for his support of OCI, which is PACE’s main instrument. Also, the PACE OCI Team received a Group Achievement Award. NASA’s PACE mission conducts satellite observations of global ocean biology; aerosols, which are tiny particles in the atmosphere; and clouds. PACE accesses the health of the world’s oceans by measuring the distribution of phytoplankton, which are tiny plants and algae that sustain marine food systems. PACE also studies main aspects of the atmosphere associated with air quality and Earth’s climate. The OCI is a highly-advanced optical device that is used to measure properties of light in portions of Earth’s electromagnetic spectrum. Data about ocean colors are essential to climate studies. The color of the ocean is determined by the interaction of sunlight with substances present in seawater, such as chlorophyll, which is found in most phytoplankton species. By monitoring these areas, the OCI helps to understand the diverse systems that drive ocean ecology. The OCI was built at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in Greenbelt, Maryland. Pictured in the photo below, top, are Leland Chemerys, left, and his wife Amber. In the second picture below is the PACE OCI team being honored with a Group Achievement Award. From the left to right are Dr. Makenzie Lystrup, NASA GSFC Director; Michelle Smith, PACE OCI Business Manager; Robby Estep, PACE OCI Instrument Manager; Dustyn Strosnider, SSAI Program Manager & PACE OCI Deputy Instrument Manager; and Leland Chemerys.

🌠 Today is International Asteroid Day and Social Media Day! 🌠 Today, we recognize International Asteroid Day, which commemorates the Tunguska event of 1908 and aims to raise awareness about asteroids and planetary defense. At Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI), we are proud to contribute to this global effort. We design, build, and maintain cutting-edge instruments and manage critical data to expand our knowledge and improve our quality of life. We also celebrate Social Media Day, recognizing how platforms like this have transformed communication, connectivity, and information-sharing. Through social media, we can share our discoveries, engage with the global community, and inspire the next generation of scientists and explorers. Join us in celebrating the power of science and social media to connect, inform, and protect our world! 🌍💫📡 #InternationalAsteroidDay #SocialMediaDay #ScienceExploration #SSAI #SpaceScience #PlanetaryProtection #GlobalConnectivity #SSAITechnicalCapabilitiesPillar #SSAICommunicationsPillar

The Bahethi Family Foundation's first charity golf outing was awesome! The event was a tremendous success, with perfect weather, fantastic golf, and an abundance of laughter and positive energy! A huge shoutout to the BFF team for their stellar planning and execution!

Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) executive leaders and staff went to #LGBTQIA+ Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) pizza party to celebrate #Pride Month at our headquarters office earlier this week. All competed in an LGBTQIA+ facts challenge that was educational and fun. Also, we discussed best practices to maintain and build further a welcoming and affirming environment for our LGBTQIA+ staff while enjoying music, food, and comaraderie. Thank you to everyone who attended and shared their commitment to being allies! 🌈✨ #PrideMonth #Allyship #SSAI #Inclusivity #SSAIPeoplePillar #SSAICorporateSocialResponsibility

🌞⛳ It was all smiles and laughs as Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) proudly participated as a sponsor in the Bahethi Family Foundation (BFF) Golf Outing this week at the beautiful Westwood Country Club in Virginia. The weather was perfect for a day filled with camaraderie and fun for a wonderful purpose, building equity in STEM education! We were absolutely thrilled to have our visionary founders, SSAI’s Chairman of the Board, Dr. Om Bahethi, and our dynamic Corporate Secretary, Sara Bahethi, join us for this incredible outing! Please see our pictures below! All proceeds from this event contribute to the Riya Bhakkad Memorial Scholarship Fund. This scholarship program is designed to support internships in partnership with various HBCUs and MSI universities and expands opportunities for students to gain professional development in STEM fields. It empowers individuals and fosters equity in access to STEM careers. For more information on this scholarship fund, please check out this link: https://hubs.la/Q02DHDzj0 We look forward to many more events with BFF, making a positive impact and creating lasting memories! 🌟🙌 #SSAI #BFFGolfOuting #STEM #CommunityEngagement #Partnership #SSAICorporateResponsibilityPillar