As of early 2026, Boeing is in the midst of a significant workforce reduction strategy initiated in late 2025 under CEO Kelly Ortberg. The company announced plans to cut approximately 10% of its global workforce, which equates to roughly 17,000 positions. These layoffs are part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at stabilizing the business following years of financial losses and operational setbacks, including the grounding of the 737 MAX and delays in the 777X program. The cuts are hitting various levels of the organization, from executives and middle management to frontline production staff. This downsizing is a direct response to the need for a leaner corporate structure and better alignment with current production realities. While the company is losing employees through these active layoffs, it is also facing a challenging recruitment landscape as it seeks to rebuild its reputation for quality and safety. For employees remaining at the company, the environment is one of significant transition, with a heavy focus on returning to core engineering excellence and restoring the trust of global airline partners and regulators.