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Updated Jan 4, 2012 – Interview questions and reviews posted anonymously by interview candidates.
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QA Analyst at QinetiQ North America
Posted Jan 4, 2012
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Oct 2011 (took 5 days)
I was contacted by HR for an initial phone screen, then received a call about 3 days later for face to face interview. I met with the development team, the QA manager, QA lead, and another QA Analyst. There was no real format to the interivew. I met with two people at a time for a total of 6 people. The interview lasted too long, 3.5 hours as they went over the major applications in detail. During the interview they kept mentioning that they were concerned that I was over qualified and that they were not looking for any more Sr. level people. Work environment is very laid back with people wearing jeans and gym shoes. When they did ask questions they were pretty straight forward like "what is a test case", why do you enjoy working in QA.
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The interview consisted of a Phone Interview and a Group/Panel Interview.
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Serice Representative at QinetiQ North America
Posted Nov 25, 2011
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Nov 2010 (took 4 days)
I applied online and got a call the next morning. The phone interview was quick, about 15 minutes. I talked with the US manager and we went over my resume and we talked about my familarity with the systems I would be working on. There were no behavioral or situational questions. It was a straight forward fill an employment spot type of interview.
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I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview.
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Executive Administrator at QinetiQ North America
Posted Nov 4, 2011
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Oct 2011 in Reston, VA (took a day)
I previously worked at this company, as an Executive Administrator from 2007-2011. Even though I was highly regarded there, I left the company, b/c the group I was in was unable to provide me the salary I felt I had earned and there was no real room for growth in the division. I was offered a position as an Executive Administrator at another company for about $15k more, however I did miss the friendly QinetiQ work environment. I interviewed at the beginning of October 2011 in a different division (same building), for the same position. They called me on a Wednesday, asking me to come in for a Friday morning interview. They were very happy I could come on such short notice. I arrived 15 minutes early, copies of my resume in hand and dressed very professionally. I met with a Senior Executive Assistant who was fantastic. She and I spoke for approx 45 minutes going over my history/experience and she explained the nature of the position. My overall experience with her was extremely positive, she even told me toward the end of the interview that I was "perfect for the position". Then I met with the executive I would be supporting. I was in his office for 30 minutes where he proceeded to talk about himself for approximately 27 minutes of that time. I felt like we were interviewing him, not me. At the end, he asked me if I had any questions. I did ask 2 questions, and did my best to make a closing remark (something along the lines of "this sounds like an excellent opportunity and a great chance to learn a new trade"). After the interview, I sent an email to my 2 interviewers, thanking them for taking the time to meet with me. 3 weeks went by and I hadn't heard anything. I called the HR office and politely left a message, inquiring about the position and letting them know that I was still highly interested. A week later, I recieved a generic email stating "Unfortunately at this time we do not see a fit with your experience". The overall experience was very negative for me. Taking a month to hear a response, then recieving an email (and a generic one at that) telling me I wasn't a fit do to experience? I did the job, for close to 5 years. The senior EA said I was a "perfect fit". Obviously, the executive felt otherwise. I would've appreciated some ACTUAL feedback on why I wasn't offered the position. I have several close friends still working at the company who have informed me that they still haven't filled the position. All in all, a huge waste of time.
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The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Systems Engineer II at QinetiQ North America
Posted Jun 4, 2011
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Apr 2011 in Herndon, VA (took a day)
For me, I personally knew the project manager and my soon-to-be boss. There wasn't much of an interview.
Interview Questions
Negotiation Details
No negotiation necessary.
Other Details
I got the interview through a Recruiter and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview and a Drug Test.
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Engineering Internship at QinetiQ North America
Posted May 11, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed May 2011 in Waltham, MA (took a day)
Five different people interviewed me. First Hiring manager, then different engineers. Questions were basic like explain projects and how you were a part of them. All 5 people asked me if I had any questions, just make sure to dig some up.
Some questions included "Why should we hire you instead of the other students that come for interviews."
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The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Communications Technician II at QinetiQ North America
Posted Jan 2, 2011 — 1 of 1 people found this helpful
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Jul 2009 in Herndon, VA (took a day)
Very quick interview. 1 on 1 they are looking for a match between skills and job description. No trick questions.
Interview Questions
Negotiation Details
Research the position. Ask for you you really want.
Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Graphic Designer at QinetiQ North America
Posted Sep 10, 2010
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2008 (took a day)
Recruiter called and put me in touch with manager. Interviewed for 2hrs and got call with offer an hour later.
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Negotiation Details
None
Other Details
I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a Background Check.
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Engineering at QinetiQ North America
Posted Aug 21, 2010
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed Oct 2009 (took 1 week)
Phone interview
Panel interview
Know the technology and be able to describe it.
Good to know the latest buzz words.
Expand on previous experience and it is related to the new position and try not to overcompensate. If you don't know, then state that you don't know instead of getting grilled for no reason. Offer other areas of expertise as the positions are not specific and can be asked to take on more than one duty.
Interview Questions
Reason for Declining
low pay
Other Details
I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview and a Phone Interview.
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Technical Specialist at QinetiQ North America
Posted Aug 10, 2010
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Aug 2009 (took 3 days)
I was already an employee of Qinetiq, however my previous contract was lost so I was offered a position on the current contract, The interview was simple, mostly done over the phone, and then completed in a group interview setting. The location for the job is on a Marine Corps base, working with Marines every day, so having experience being in the Marine Corps makes it a little easier interacting and working with Marines.
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Negotiation Details
I was not able to negotiate. But it never ever hurts to ask
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview and a Phone Interview.
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Intern at QinetiQ North America
Posted Jun 28, 2010
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed May 2009 in Fairfax, VA (took a day)
After submitting a resume online, a representative contacts the applicant for additional information to begin a background check. If the applicant passes, a brief telephone interview concludes the interview process and begins the hiring process, including training.
Interview Questions
Negotiation Details
For an internship position, there is no negotiation for salary or hours. However, after working for 200+ hours, the employee may request additional hours.
Other Details
I got the interview through a College or University and the interview consisted of a Background Check and a Phone Interview.
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