Great people but weighed down by bureaucracy - Systems Engineer BAE Systems Employee Review

2.0
Dec 3, 2012
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

-Talented, passionate people -Interesting technology and work -Good work-life balance (flexible hours, very little pressure to overwork)

Cons

-Massive, senseless bureaucracy imposed from 'corportate' level -Workforce is very disconnected from management as a result. Low morale, distrust.

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5.0
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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
Jun 22, 2026
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Pros

Good people competitive pay imo

Cons

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