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SpaceX engineers brought on at FAA after probationary employees were fired

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 5m ago

SpaceX engineers brought on at FAA after probationary employees were fired

SpaceX engineers were brought into the FAA as senior advisers under a policy creating employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Their hiring followed the firing of FAA probationary employees amid a series of U.S. aviation disasters. This move, made under Schedule A for persons with disabilities, raised concerns about conflicts of interest due to SpaceX's existing controversies with the FAA. Democratic legislators expressed worries over non-experts making rapid system changes, emphasizing aviation safety's critical nature.

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SpaceX probed by California over sex bias, retaliation claims

Reuters · 1y ago

SpaceX probed by California over sex bias, retaliation claims

SpaceX is under investigation by the California Civil Rights Department over allegations of discrimination and sexual harassment. The investigation was initiated after a group of engineers filed complaints claiming they were fired for criticizing SpaceX and CEO Elon Musk. The engineers accused SpaceX of favoring men over women for jobs and promotions, unequal pay, tolerating harassment, and retaliation against complainants. SpaceX has until the end of the month to respond to the allegations. This is not the first time companies led by Musk have faced labor law violations.

SpaceX faces two new lawsuits alleging safety‐related retaliation | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 8d ago

SpaceX faces two new lawsuits alleging safety‐related retaliation | TechCrunch

SpaceX is facing two wrongful-termination lawsuits from former employees alleging safety concerns were ignored for cost-saving measures. Robert Markert claims his warnings about safety were dismissed, leading to his termination after 13 years. David Lavalle alleges he was fired after not receiving accommodation for work-related injuries. Both suits highlight an unsafe work environment, with injury rates significantly higher than industry averages. SpaceX hasn't responded to requests for comment on the allegations.

SpaceX’s Falcon 9 cleared for return to flight by FAA after July 11 mid-flight failure

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

SpaceX’s Falcon 9 cleared for return to flight by FAA after July 11 mid-flight failure

The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket has received approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to return to space after a mid-flight failure in July. The FAA found no public safety issues with the anomaly that occurred, and SpaceX is ready to resume flights as early as July 27. The incident occurred when the rocket, carrying Starlink internet satellites, malfunctioned and left them in the wrong orbit. SpaceX engineers quickly identified the cause as a crack in a pressure sensor line. The company plans to launch up to 148 flights this year with its Falcon rocket family.

Fired SpaceX workers sue Elon Musk for sexist ‘Dark Ages’ culture, other abuses

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Fired SpaceX workers sue Elon Musk for sexist ‘Dark Ages’ culture, other abuses

Former SpaceX employees have filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk, accusing him of fostering a sexist culture at the company. The civil complaint claims that the workers were terminated after expressing their concerns about the culture and urging the board to distance itself from Musk. The lawsuit alleges sexual harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination. The fired employees have already filed a complaint with the US National Labor Relations Board, which has been delayed by Musk's lawsuit attempting to halt it. SpaceX has not yet responded to the allegations.

SpaceX faces hearing on engineers fired after criticizing Elon Musk over sexism

Reuters · 1y ago

SpaceX faces hearing on engineers fired after criticizing Elon Musk over sexism

SpaceX will face a labor board judge on Tuesday over claims that the company fired eight engineers for criticizing CEO Elon Musk and accusing him of sexist conduct. The engineers had circulated a letter accusing Musk of sexism and claiming the company tolerated discrimination against women. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) claims SpaceX violated labor laws by firing the engineers and is seeking to order their reinstatement and compensation. SpaceX has denied wrongdoing and filed a lawsuit to block the board's enforcement proceedings, citing violations of the US Constitution. The case is ongoing.

SpaceX rocket falls into fire during landing, grounded by US FAA

Inshorts · 11m ago

SpaceX rocket falls into fire during landing, grounded by US FAA

A Falcon 9 rocket of Elon Musk-led SpaceX fell into flames during landing in US on Wednesday. After the incident, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grounded the company's Falcon 9 rockets and ordered an investigation into the accident. No injuries or public damage were reported. The grounding however can reportedly postpone SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission.

YesMadam asks staff if they're stressed, allegedly fires those who said 'yes'

Inshorts · 8m ago

YesMadam asks staff if they're stressed, allegedly fires those who said 'yes'

Salon services startup YesMadam conducted in-office survey asking employees if they were stressed at work and allegedly fired those who admitted to being stressed. A screenshot of an alleged e-mail from HR about employees' termination was shared widely on social media, with many suspecting it to be a PR stunt. "Not just me...100 others were fired," a YesMadam employee claimed.

SpaceX cleared to fly Falcon 9 rocket after landing mishap

Economic Times

Economic Times · 11m ago

SpaceX cleared to fly Falcon 9 rocket after landing mishap

US regulators have given clearance for SpaceX to resume launching its Falcon 9 rocket, following an investigation into a recent mishap during a booster landing. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) had grounded the rocket after the booster tipped over and exploded while attempting to land on a droneship. The investigation remains open, but the FAA said the rocket can return to flight operations as long as all other license requirements are met. The reusability of the rocket system is crucial for SpaceX, which has successfully landed hundreds of boosters over the last three years.

Meta fires two dozen LA staff for ‘misusing’ meal vouchers to buy non-food, household items

Livemint

Livemint · 9m ago

Meta fires two dozen LA staff for ‘misusing’ meal vouchers to buy non-food, household items

Facebook's parent company, Meta, has fired approximately 24 employees in their Los Angeles office for misusing their $25 meal vouchers. Instead of using the vouchers for food, the employees were found to have purchased non-food items such as household goods. Meta's food allowance is $75 per day, and the employees who were fired were considered habitual abusers of the system. This incident comes amidst a broader team reorganization at Meta, resulting in job cuts across WhatsApp, Instagram, and Reality Labs.

Will SpaceX’s Starship Finally Not Explode Next Week?

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

Will SpaceX’s Starship Finally Not Explode Next Week?

SpaceX has hinted at a potential date for the third launch of its Starship rocket. The company completed a wet dress rehearsal for the rocket and posted a link for the viewing of the upcoming test flight. The live feed is scheduled for March 14th, following a successful fueling test and a previous investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) into the second test flight. SpaceX is awaiting a license modification from the FAA before the scheduled launch.

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