Category Archives: engineering

Reader Response: Can I Get a STEM Job With No Degree in the Field?

Posted on April 11, 2026 by Bart Leahy

While I’ve been retired from this page for a bit, it’s nice to know that the content is still finding its designated audience. With the reader’s permission, I’ve reposted our recent correspondence, with a bit of editing here and there. … Continue reading →

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And Now for Something Completely Different

Posted on August 15, 2025 by Bart Leahy

A while back, I got assigned to a different supervisor, a guy younger than me who’s dedicated to doing all the “coach” things, including helping me with my career. My first response was, “Dude, I’m 55 years old. How much … Continue reading →

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Proposals: What Are You Writing About?

Posted on April 19, 2025 by Bart Leahy

Recently, a colleague (DD, not to be confused with D2) called asking my help on proposal writing. She was relatively new to the field, and it was vexing her. The big complaint she had was, “When I ask the engineers, … Continue reading →

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Communications & Career Lessons from the von Braun Symposium

Posted on November 4, 2024 by Bart Leahy

Hello, technical communication enthusiasts! I know, it’s been a while since I wrote here, so let’s get to it. On assignment for my job, last week I attended the annual American Astronautical Society (AAS) von Braun Space Exploration Symposium in … Continue reading →

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2023 Wrap Up and Miscellaneous Advice

Posted on December 30, 2023 by Bart Leahy

It’s been an action-packed year, so I have chosen to focus my brain on keeping my work and home life in order. As a result, I’ve devoted less time to this blog and more time to providing help and advice … Continue reading →

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