Society of Professional Engineering Employees in Aerospace
@speea-ifpte2001.bsky.social
Professional aerospace union; 19,000 men and women who design, test and certify things that fly. Union halls in Seattle; Everett, Wash.; and Wichita, Kan. Join us! https://www.speea.org/Join_Our_Union!/Contact_us_today.html
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Seems only right for us to be here: #aerospace professionals know a thing or two about blue skies.
Some of the @speea-ace.bsky.social scholarship recipients at this week's @greenrivercollege.bsky.social awards banquet. SPEEA ACE sponsors #aerospace scholarships with every major public university in Washington state and many community colleges.
For details, check out aerocareer.org
For details, check out aerocareer.org
November 14, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Some of the @speea-ace.bsky.social scholarship recipients at this week's @greenrivercollege.bsky.social awards banquet. SPEEA ACE sponsors #aerospace scholarships with every major public university in Washington state and many community colleges.
For details, check out aerocareer.org
For details, check out aerocareer.org
“We’re proud of what our members have fought for together and are ready to get back to building the world’s most advanced military aircraft," @iamunion.bsky.social said in a statement.
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Boeing defense workers ratify new contract to end 3-month strike in the Midwest
Several thousand Boeing machinists in the Midwest who assemble military aircraft and weapons voted Thursday to approve a new contract, ending a three-month strike that saw them reject four earlier off...
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November 13, 2025 at 8:01 PM
“We’re proud of what our members have fought for together and are ready to get back to building the world’s most advanced military aircraft," @iamunion.bsky.social said in a statement.
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Striking @sbworkersunited.org workers have posted lists of current picket locations, including three around #Seattle and two around #Portland.
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No Contract, No Coffee | Starbucks Workers United
Starbucks baristas brewing change. Join the movement for fair contracts, better wages, and worker protections.
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November 13, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Striking @sbworkersunited.org workers have posted lists of current picket locations, including three around #Seattle and two around #Portland.
www.nocontractnocoffee.org
www.nocontractnocoffee.org
@speea-ace.bsky.social concluded its class on wind tunnel testing and test article fabrication at our Everett #Union Hall. Class members used a 3D printer to fabricate wing cross sections, then tested them in a wind tunnel. For more FREE classes for #aerospace professionals, check out aerocareer.org
November 12, 2025 at 12:56 AM
@speea-ace.bsky.social concluded its class on wind tunnel testing and test article fabrication at our Everett #Union Hall. Class members used a 3D printer to fabricate wing cross sections, then tested them in a wind tunnel. For more FREE classes for #aerospace professionals, check out aerocareer.org
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6,666x
That’s how many times more Starbucks’ CEO makes than the average @sbworkersunited.org barista.
Starbucks workers are fighting for a fair contract, and America’s unions stand with them in this fight against corporate greed. https://bit.ly/4oATdMu
That’s how many times more Starbucks’ CEO makes than the average @sbworkersunited.org barista.
Starbucks workers are fighting for a fair contract, and America’s unions stand with them in this fight against corporate greed. https://bit.ly/4oATdMu
No Contract, No Coffee | Starbucks Workers United
Starbucks baristas brewing change. Join the movement for fair contracts, better wages, and worker protections.
www.nocontractnocoffee.org
November 10, 2025 at 8:39 PM
6,666x
That’s how many times more Starbucks’ CEO makes than the average @sbworkersunited.org barista.
Starbucks workers are fighting for a fair contract, and America’s unions stand with them in this fight against corporate greed. https://bit.ly/4oATdMu
That’s how many times more Starbucks’ CEO makes than the average @sbworkersunited.org barista.
Starbucks workers are fighting for a fair contract, and America’s unions stand with them in this fight against corporate greed. https://bit.ly/4oATdMu
VP of @ifpte.bsky.social Local 4 says Portsmouth shipyard workers relying on food pantry to feed families during shutdown.
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Portsmouth Naval Shipyard workers struggling as government shutdown continues, union says
A union representative for workers at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard says morale is low as workers go without pay during the government shutdown.
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November 7, 2025 at 9:48 PM
VP of @ifpte.bsky.social Local 4 says Portsmouth shipyard workers relying on food pantry to feed families during shutdown.
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Northwest SPEEA members: Get your questions about Boeing benefits and our next #union contract answered at the Negotiations Prep Committee's Benefits Town Hall: 4:30 p.m. Nov. 12 at our Everett Union Hall. Email meetings@speea.org to RSVP.
November 6, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Northwest SPEEA members: Get your questions about Boeing benefits and our next #union contract answered at the Negotiations Prep Committee's Benefits Town Hall: 4:30 p.m. Nov. 12 at our Everett Union Hall. Email meetings@speea.org to RSVP.
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The Washington State Labor Council, WorkSource & Washington Employment Security Department will host a free virtual session tomorrow 11/7 from 10–11:30 for any workers impacted by the Federal layoffs - offering help with unemployment, healthcare & job resources. Register ➡️
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November 6, 2025 at 8:23 PM
The Washington State Labor Council, WorkSource & Washington Employment Security Department will host a free virtual session tomorrow 11/7 from 10–11:30 for any workers impacted by the Federal layoffs - offering help with unemployment, healthcare & job resources. Register ➡️
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“$8 million is a rounding error in the grand scheme of #Boeing's operations,” Rosenfeld said. “And so it does, from an outsider's perspective, raise a question of, what exactly are we fighting about here?”
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The Boeing strike enters 4th month — here's how it got to this point
After the closest vote yet, St. Louis-area Boeing workers are still on strike with no new proposals on the table.
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November 6, 2025 at 6:22 PM
“$8 million is a rounding error in the grand scheme of #Boeing's operations,” Rosenfeld said. “And so it does, from an outsider's perspective, raise a question of, what exactly are we fighting about here?”
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The Starbucks #union says that 92% of unionized baristas voted to plan a strike against the large retail coffee chain, starting on Nov. 13.
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Unionized baristas organize strike as Starbucks enters its busiest season
The Starbucks union says that 92% of unionized baristas voted to plan a strike against the large retail coffee chain, starting on Nov. 13.
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November 6, 2025 at 5:55 PM
The Starbucks #union says that 92% of unionized baristas voted to plan a strike against the large retail coffee chain, starting on Nov. 13.
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“If you choose to proceed with replacement workers to complete these projects, you will be sacrificing the needs of the U.S. military in order to benefit the corporation’s bottom line,” the letter states.
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Boeing receives more heat from Congress to settle St. Louis strike
Boeing’s decision to use replacement workers to complete fighter jet projects in St. Louis has once again put the company at odds with members of the U.S. Senate. Three months after union workers walk...
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November 4, 2025 at 10:12 PM
“If you choose to proceed with replacement workers to complete these projects, you will be sacrificing the needs of the U.S. military in order to benefit the corporation’s bottom line,” the letter states.
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SPEEA officers and activists have been hosting Donuts and Discussion sessions at Spirit AeroSystems in #Wichita, as our Wichita Technical & Professional Unit bargaining team prepares to start negotiations with management on a new collective bargaining agreement.
November 4, 2025 at 9:21 PM
SPEEA officers and activists have been hosting Donuts and Discussion sessions at Spirit AeroSystems in #Wichita, as our Wichita Technical & Professional Unit bargaining team prepares to start negotiations with management on a new collective bargaining agreement.
Learn about the qualifications, training and experience you need to become a NASA astronaut! Two-part online course will help #aerospace professionals understand the career path that leads into space. Sponsored by @speea-ace.bsky.social. Must be 18.
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November 3, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Learn about the qualifications, training and experience you need to become a NASA astronaut! Two-part online course will help #aerospace professionals understand the career path that leads into space. Sponsored by @speea-ace.bsky.social. Must be 18.
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“The company keeps saying it will not change the economic parameters of its offer. That’s not strength and that’s not bargaining — that’s stubbornness. And it’s a strategy that’s failing fast,” #union leaders said to members of @machinistsunion.bsky.social District 837
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Union: Boeing can end strike by spending $8M more over 4 years
“The company keeps saying it will not change the ‘economic parameters’ of its offer ... it's a strategy that's failing fast," union leaders said in a text message.
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November 3, 2025 at 4:52 PM
“The company keeps saying it will not change the economic parameters of its offer. That’s not strength and that’s not bargaining — that’s stubbornness. And it’s a strategy that’s failing fast,” #union leaders said to members of @machinistsunion.bsky.social District 837
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Lavish Roots workers refuse to be SPOOKED by management’s anti-union campaign and held their third informational picket (in costume!) at Meta’s Bellevue campus 🎃👻🪧
October 31, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Lavish Roots workers refuse to be SPOOKED by management’s anti-union campaign and held their third informational picket (in costume!) at Meta’s Bellevue campus 🎃👻🪧
Bennett said #Boeing is unwilling to budge at all.
“The hold up is the fact they do not want to look as if they are conceding anything to the membership”
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“The hold up is the fact they do not want to look as if they are conceding anything to the membership”
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Boeing faces more pressure from Congress as St. Louis workers strike nears three months
Members of the U.S. House Armed Services Committee sent a letter to Boeing Defense this week urging its leaders to offer a fair contract to the more than 3,200 striking St. Louis-area workers in the n...
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October 30, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Bennett said #Boeing is unwilling to budge at all.
“The hold up is the fact they do not want to look as if they are conceding anything to the membership”
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“The hold up is the fact they do not want to look as if they are conceding anything to the membership”
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Ready for trick-or-treaters tomorrow? Make sure to buy union-made candy when you’re doing your shopping! And check out the full list at aflcio.org/halloween.
October 30, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Ready for trick-or-treaters tomorrow? Make sure to buy union-made candy when you’re doing your shopping! And check out the full list at aflcio.org/halloween.
"The company rejected our counteroffer and said they’ll only accept a deal within their 'parameters.' Our members have rejected four offers within the company’s parameters. ... The company owes us a counter, not more delays."
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Boeing rejects union’s counteroffer; St. Louis strike continues
Boeing has reportedly rejected a counteroffer made by union members just days after presenting its latest labor contract proposal. So a nearly-three month strike in the St. Louis region will carry on.
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October 29, 2025 at 11:18 PM
"The company rejected our counteroffer and said they’ll only accept a deal within their 'parameters.' Our members have rejected four offers within the company’s parameters. ... The company owes us a counter, not more delays."
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In Solano County, our union coalition’s contracts have officially expired. It is egregious that the County is using rising healthcare costs as leverage against dedicated employees and their families who call Solano County home.
October 28, 2025 at 9:06 PM
In Solano County, our union coalition’s contracts have officially expired. It is egregious that the County is using rising healthcare costs as leverage against dedicated employees and their families who call Solano County home.
The #union counteroffer calls for a four-year contract instead of a five-year deal. They’re asking for a $10,000 ratification bonus, with $5,000 up front and the other $5,000 paid in year three. The union is also backing off its 8% 401(k) match demand.
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Boeing union makes counteroffer a day after rejecting latest proposal
One day after rejecting Boeing’s latest offer, striking machinists in the St. Louis area are making their own offer to the aerospace giant.
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October 28, 2025 at 5:44 PM
The #union counteroffer calls for a four-year contract instead of a five-year deal. They’re asking for a $10,000 ratification bonus, with $5,000 up front and the other $5,000 paid in year three. The union is also backing off its 8% 401(k) match demand.
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One drop alone 💧 an ocean together! 🌊
Valley Water employees are advocating for a fair contract that invests in the essential work we do to improve South Bay residents’ access to clean and safe water.
Valley Water employees are advocating for a fair contract that invests in the essential work we do to improve South Bay residents’ access to clean and safe water.
October 28, 2025 at 5:21 PM
One drop alone 💧 an ocean together! 🌊
Valley Water employees are advocating for a fair contract that invests in the essential work we do to improve South Bay residents’ access to clean and safe water.
Valley Water employees are advocating for a fair contract that invests in the essential work we do to improve South Bay residents’ access to clean and safe water.
Other members of @ifpte.bsky.social Local 8A, a #union that represents NOAA employees, volunteered at the Seattle ReCreative facility in Georgetown to sort used art supplies and keep them out of landfills.
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Furloughed feds pick up Seattle beach trash to keep serving the public
Furloughed federal employees were out in the rain picking up cigarette butts, bottle caps, and other trash at Seattle’s Golden Gardens Park on Friday.
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October 28, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Other members of @ifpte.bsky.social Local 8A, a #union that represents NOAA employees, volunteered at the Seattle ReCreative facility in Georgetown to sort used art supplies and keep them out of landfills.
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SPEEA officers and activists hosted a "Donuts and Discussion" session at Spirit AeroSystems last week. On the menu were conversations about the upcoming Wichita Technical & Professional Unit contract, the power of #union membership -- and did we mention donuts?
October 27, 2025 at 6:49 PM
SPEEA officers and activists hosted a "Donuts and Discussion" session at Spirit AeroSystems last week. On the menu were conversations about the upcoming Wichita Technical & Professional Unit contract, the power of #union membership -- and did we mention donuts?