The pedagogical purpose of this program is to introduce students to the design and operational aspects of space flight and the systems engineering approach at NASA. Understanding the relationship of design and operations is critical for the successful practice of engineering and is a core part of MITs Aeronautics and Astronautics CDIO curriculum. Gaining this operational perspective at KSC and commercial companies such as Space X, United Launch Alliance, and other NASA contractors, will help participating students become better engineers and attract them to space-related careers, in line with NASAs work force development goals.