Mary Jackson at Work. In 1958 Mary Jackson became NASA’s first black female engineer. At the time this photo was taken in June 2, 1977 Mrs. Jackson was working in the Transonic Aerodynamic Branch.

Federal Women's Program Mary Jackson setting. Center directors Donald Heath, and Richard Peterson. In 1958 Mary Jackson became NASA’s first black female engineer.

Federal Women's Program speaking is Mary Jackson. In 1958 Mary Jackson became NASA’s first black female engineer.