Sierra Space lays off hundreds in push toward first Dream Chaser spaceplane launch

Sierra Space, one of the sector's most valuable private companies, laid off several hundred employees and contractors this week . CNBC spokesperson confirmed the company let go Sierra Space 5 employees about 165 day, but decli Thursday pecify the number of contractors affected.

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