NASA’s Jet Propulsion Lab Cutting 550 Jobs—But Not Due To Government Shutdown, Director Says

The job cuts are part of an effort to “restructure” the Jet Propulsion Lab, the lab’s director said in a statement.
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NASA’s JPL Lays Off 550 Employees

Downsizing of one of NASA’s core field centers is not tied to the government shutdown, JPL director Dave Gallagher says.
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NASA's JPL eliminating more jobs

Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) will lay off more people Tuesday as NASA's research and development lab looks to create a "leaner instructure” and reduce costs amid financial challenges.

NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center director stepping down

Marshall Space Flight Center Director Joseph Pelfrey is stepping down from his position. Pelfrey notified Marshall employees of his decision in an email on Thursday. He had been director since February 2024.
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Steve Shinn Steps Down as Acting NASA CFO

Steve Shinn, former NASA acting CFO, will oversee The Aerospace Corp.'s finance and accounting, modernizing tools and processes.
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NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena lays off 550 workers

PASADENA, Calif. - An estimated 550 workers at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena learned of their fate Tuesday. JPL is federally funded by NASA and managed by Caltech. JPL Director Dave Gallagher said the layoffs are not a result of the government shutdown, according to a memo sent to staff.

With 15,000 workers furloughed and funds uncertain, NASA focuses on one mission — return to the moon

The space agency has been grappling with budget uncertainties and a talent exodus even before the shutdown. But NASA’s moon program has remained largely untouched.
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