This is a laudable position. But consider that, depending on your level and immediate boss, you might not be in a position to survive the layoffs no matter how personally productive and impactful you are.

There will be a lot of snap judgements made by Musks engineers on who is to be spared and there are two major terms. One is how engaged and interested your current boss is at staying, and the other is what Musk’s technical staff think. Their judgements will be quick and driven by outcomes like broad attrition targets and what is absolutely necessary.

If your on an unnecessary team, but are a rockstar, you might not survive if nobody communicates your value. And it is very likely that entire divisions are on the chopping block. Without an ally on a surviving division that says “I need this guy moved to my team yesterday” it’s unlikely to happen.

Not saying you shouldn’t do the right thing, but try to understand the interests of and see what makes sense for you.