“Just because somebody’s “retired” doesn’t mean he/she can’t get back into the game.” You are correct and I would consider it to get in on something like that.
The downturn in Aerospace during the late 80/90s created a hole in the labor force in the 40 to 55 year old range, senior talent base. Some of the larger companies are having problems meeting obligations with the young folk.
“That said, unless there’s been a major shakeup (JMHO), NASA couldn’t manage much but a bigger budget request for next year.” I think your sarcasm may be closer to reality than you intended.
Soft pedaling stuff again. Must be old age catching up on me.
If I said what I was really thinking on that subject, I'd have to ZOT myself.