Boeing laid off up to 180 people in India as part of global workforce reduction

Additionally, Boeing’s sourcing from India is valued at around USD 1.25 billion annually from a network of more than 300 suppliers, as per its website.

US aircraft maker Boeing has laid off up to 180 employees at its engineering technology centre in Bengaluru as part of a global workforce reduction exercise, according to a source.

Boeing, which has been facing multiple headwinds globally, has around 7,000 staff in India, a key market for the company. Last year, Boeing announced a global workforce reduction of around 10 per cent.

A source aware of the development said that as part of this reduction, up to 180 employees at the Boeing India Engineering Technology Center (BIETC) in Bengaluru were laid off in the December quarter of 2024. There was no official statement from Boeing.

The source added that strategic adjustments were made, affecting limited positions while ensuring no adverse impact on customers or government operations. While some roles have been removed, new positions have also been created. The reductions in India have been more measured, with a clear focus on maintaining customer service, safety, and quality standards.

The Boeing India Engineering & Technology Center (BIETC) in Bengaluru and Chennai undertakes complex advanced aerospace work. The company’s wholly-owned engineering and technology campus in Bengaluru is one of its largest investments outside the US.

Additionally, Boeing’s sourcing from India is valued at around USD 1.25 billion annually from a network of more than 300 suppliers, as per its website.