NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory Implements Major Workforce Reduction Amid Budget Uncertainty
NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory is cutting 550 positions in a significant workforce reduction. The cuts come amid budget uncertainty and could impact future Mars exploration missions, including the ambitious Mars Sample Return project.
Major Workforce Reduction at NASA’s Premier Research Facility
The Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), NASA’s primary center for robotic space exploration, has announced it will eliminate 550 positions, according to reports. The cuts represent approximately 10% of the facility’s 5,500-person workforce and will affect technical, support, and business teams at the renowned research and development center.