NASA Glenn Research Center Employee Reviews about "red tape"

Pros

Friendly people, great pay, fitness center, softball fields, pension

Cons

Red tape for decision making

Pros

NASA has flexible work hours, great benefits, unique projects, pays well, and has a great retirement plan. More time off than pretty much anyone else and an annuity too! There's not too much to dislike.

Cons

Government work always has budget problems. If you're a real go-getter the red tape and process can be a real drag. There aren't a lot of in-work perks like free coffee or snacks because of the government process. Middle and upper management can be a crapshoot on who you get because time of service is more valued than quality of service. The buildings and workspaces are outdated but there are plans to improve them over the next ten years.

Pros

Amazing legacy, great work/life balance, tons of room for advancement. Great job security, work with some of the brightest minds in your field.

Cons

Pay starts out very low for Civil Servants, but increases fairly quickly. Lots of red tape.