Tom Mueller, the first employee hired at SpaceX and a co-founder of the company alongside Elon Musk in 2002, has opened up about the early days as the aerospace giant prepares for its public market debut. With an estimated valuation exceeding $1.8 trillion, the milestone marks a dramatic rise from the company's humble beginnings.
In an interview with the BBC's Michelle Fleury, Mueller reflected on Musk's ambitious vision for space exploration and the relentless drive that built SpaceX into a dominant force. He described being "employee number one" and the unique experience of working closely with Musk to turn bold ideas into reality.
The public listing is expected to attract massive investor interest, cementing SpaceX's status as a key player in both the commercial space and stock market arenas.