Layoff notices to More than 1,300 Space Shuttle Workers

More than 1,300 space shuttle workers got layoff notices from United Space Alliance this week. United Space Alliance which is a NASA contractor is cutting off 15 percent of its workforce, layoffs will be effective from 1^st of October.

“Our workforce has known for several years that the Space Shuttle Program has been scheduled to end, but layoffs are always difficult for everyone involved,” said Virginia Barnes, USA president and chief executive.

Notices were issued to 1300 USA employees, this measure has been taken ahead of shuttle fleet’s retirement next year. Officials said, layoff is hard for everyone, but they will try to make it as smooth as possible.