Topics regarding layoffs at Boeing Co.

Topics regarding layoffs at Boeing Co.

Boeing won’t win FAXX

They have not performed well enough on other programs like the TX trainer and the KC tanker to merit, winning both new fighter programs. Also, I think they were awarded F47 to help them financially since they seem to be struggling. I don’t... — read more 

Boeing and transparency

I’ve worked at a few big corporations, but I’ve never seen leadership this paranoid about sharing information. We’re left guessing all the time while major decisions get made behind closed doors. It constantly creates this weird tension across teams... — read more 

Glad Boeing didn’t build the F-35

Isn’t that a fiasco? 100 Billion per plane that won’t fly in rain. How bad is that engineering problem? How the heck did they pass QA? A stealth fighter that can’t fly away is just crazy. Good roast on YouTube.

How is the hiring going to play out?

Can Boeing even compete these days for truly skilled, specialized talent? I left a year ago for a better-paying job. If Boeing isn’t willing to offer competitive compensation and position itself as an attractive employer, it’s only going to find... — read more 

58 reinstated

https://www.king5.com/article/tech/science/aerospace/boeing-reinstate-58-laid-off-workers-union-grievance-victory/281-9aab69ea-848b-4106-8a50-378f0c7adc4e

BA is so messed up it's tragic

Boeing made the decision to outsource a significant portion of the 787 Dreamliner's design and manufacturing to external suppliers during the initiation phase of the project. This move was considered a bold and historic departure from traditional... — read more 

It's been decided.

There will be additional layoffs as soon as possible. Boeing must cut the work force to save money.

RAT

What would cause RAT to deploy this early during takeoff? It doesn't make sense. I know its engine or hydraulics-related, but wouldn't we have some sort of warning during pre -flight check if something was so bad.

Aha long history of power battery issue!!!

Boeing's 787 Dreamliner Plagued by History of Battery Problems Seattle, WA - Boeing's advanced 787 Dreamliner aircraft has a well-documented history of power battery issues, most notably a series of incidents in 2013 that led to the grounding of the... — read more 

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