Tom Mueller, Not Elon Musk, Was SpaceX’s First Employee and Now Leads ‘Space Taxi’ Projects

Tom Mueller is identified as SpaceX’s first employee, not founder Elon Musk. Mueller served as the company’s chief engine architect. He is credited with developing the rocket engines that powered early launches. Today he is working on new “space taxi” concepts. The story was published by The Times of India. The “space taxis” aim to provide rapid, reusable transport in orbit. Mueller’s continued involvement highlights his lasting influence on the firm’s propulsion technology. No further details on timelines or partners were included.