Does Tinker AFB pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Tinker AFB employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Tinker AFB. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Tinker AFB?

73% of Tinker AFB employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Tinker AFB 4.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.6 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Tinker AFB?

Electronics Engineer (23) , Aircraft Mechanic (14) , Computer Scientist (12) , Sheet Metal Mechanic (9) , Mechanical Engineer (8) , Aerospace Engineer (6) , Software Engineer (6) , Software Engineer(Internship) (6) , Computer Scientist (1550) (4) , IT Specialist (4) , Jet Engine Mechanic (4) , Operations Research Analyst (4) , Aircraft Electrician (3) , Engineer (3) , Mechanic (3)

What are the pros of working at Tinker AFB according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits of govt job are good" ((in 47 reviews)); "Lots of time off and growth" ((in 18 reviews)); "Great people!" ((in 15 reviews)); "Work life balance is good" ((in 12 reviews)); "Coworkers are great." ((in 7 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Tinker AFB according to real employee reviews?

"Low pay and not telework." ((in 28 reviews)); "The nepotism is absolutely rampant." ((in 4 reviews)); "Low salary starting out compared to private companies after internship." ((in 4 reviews)); "Bureaucracy, and leadership is aids." ((in 4 reviews)); "Hours got cut when hours promised" ((in 3 reviews))

What are employees saying about Tinker AFB layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Tinker AFB layoffs and their outlook for job security at Tinker AFB in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Tinker AFB locations?

Oklahoma City , Tinker AFB , Midwest City , Tulsa , Caldwell , Peoria , Elk City , Dallas , Del City , Moore , Jo Jo

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Tinker AFB reviews

3.9

73% would recommend to a friend

(238 total reviews)

61% positive business outlook

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Tinker AFB has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 238 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Tinker AFB employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Government & Public Administration industry (3.6 stars).

Reviews by job title

238 reviews

4.0

Jun 23, 2026

Job security and decent pay, but poor leadership

United states air force

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Job security is good. Pay is decent for OKC

Cons

Bureaucracy, and leadership is aids.

4.0

Jun 7, 2026

Good benefits and pay, but feel undervalued

Contracting specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good benefits and pay. Yearly pay increases.

Cons

Not valued for having good work ethic.

5.0

Jun 4, 2026

Low Stress At Least

Computer scientist (1550)

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Not too stressful, great coworkers to learn from. Great health benefits.

Cons

Low pay and not telework.

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