NASA Announces Workforce Restructuring, Voluntary Separation Options | JQJO

NASA administrator Janet Petro addressed agency staff in a town hall, outlining workforce restructuring plans. Voluntary separation options, including the Deferred Resignation Program (DRP), Voluntary Early Retirement Authority (VERA), and Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP), are available until July 25th. The restructuring aims to align NASA with the FY 2026 budget and mission priorities. Petro emphasized the importance of supporting each other during this transition, highlighting recent agency achievements in international collaboration, safety advancements, and Artemis II preparations. A 'quiet week' is planned for civil servants starting June 30th to allow for reflection and leave coordination.