Not what is used to be, pretty good when employee owned. Dr. Beyster rolling in his grave.... - Solutions Engineer SAIC Employee Review

2.0
Aug 7, 2019
Recommend
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Pros

They do seem to help most people who lose coverage. Pay can be good. Good people on my project, happiness is very much project specific. I would give my current project 5 start, my rating is the company.

Cons

Benefits (particularly medical) No comp time. People above PM level are pretty much clueless and could not manage a convenience store. In Huntsville, too much inbreeding, buddies helping buddies regardless of ability. West Point, Virginia Tech graduates are golden regardless of skill set. Used to have great Christmas parties and employee functions, now PM's can barely get employees lunches.

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5.0
Feb 10, 2026
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Pros

Professional and laid back with a lot of learning opportunities.

Cons

Recent Layoffs in the company.

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3.0
Jun 9, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Current Leadership: The management structure has stabilized significantly, and my current supervisor is excellent—supportive, engaged, and great to work with. Excellent Team Culture: The coworkers here are fantastic. There is a strong sense of camaraderie, and the team is incredibly supportive. Strong Compensation & Growth: The base pay is competitive and fair, and there is excellent opportunity for extra pay and overtime. From a professional development standpoint, I have learned an immense amount in my field over the past year. Enjoyable Travel: Excellent opportunities for work-related travel that adds great variety to the day-to-day routine.

Cons

Management Inconsistency Early On: My first supervisor took zero interest in team well-being, or development and the second had significant temperament issues that ultimately led to their departure. While it has been resolved now, Apparently management here like a lot of places is hit and miss. Heavy Workload: The workload can feel a bit overwhelming and intense at times. Striking a consistent work-life balance remains a challenge under the current demands. Role Expectation Mismatch: Some of the technical responsibilities and projects I have handled since joining were not clearly outlined or explained during the interview process. Navigating these unstated expectations alongside an already heavy workload has been a significant challenge.

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