Christine Darden - Director, Aeroperforming Program Management Office

Christine Darden
Born September 10 in Monroe, NC

Education: B.S. in Mathematics; M.S. in Applied Mathematics; Doctorate of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Favorite Teacher: My geometry teacher, for helping me love mathematics and my physics teacher for making it exciting.

Favorite TV Shows: Matlock and Murder She Wrote

Favorite Band/Music: Classical, Inspirational, and Gospel

What other things have you done at NASA? I spent most of my career at NASA as a practicing engineer and technical lead in supersonic aerodynamics and sonic boom research.

What is the best thing about your job? I have an influence on the direction of NASA's work.

Why did you choose this field? I enjoyed mathematics and physics and found the work challenging.

Career Advice for Kids: Try to find out what you enjoy. Set goals for yourself. Make plans!