Happy to be part of 22nd as an extended family - Project Manager 22nd Century Technologies, Inc. Employee Review

Great management, Good opportunities. A small company feels like a midsize company in terms of stability.

Some of the staff were difficult, falling behind due to staffing issues and waiting on clearances. This is not the fault of the company; it just puts a lot of stress on you for the hours you work. The prime contractor seemed to have unrealistic expectations outside of the contract parameters.

The strongest aspect of the role was the customer environment and the nature of the technical work itself. The work provided exposure to meaningful engineering problems and opportunities to learn new technologies and domains. The customer-side environment allowed for a fairly independent workflow without excessive micromanagement, which made it easier to stay focused on technical execution. Team members working directly on the contract were generally professional and capable.

The support structure from the employer side felt lacking compared to competing companies in the area. Healthcare costs were significantly higher than expected — approximately $1,250/month for a “platinum” family healthcare plan — while some smaller companies in the same market offered substantially lower premiums or fully employer-covered healthcare. There were also shifting onsite expectations that created significant commuting and travel burdens with limited support. Combined with the benefits situation, the overall compensation package did not always feel competitive relative to market conditions and the demands of the role. There also appeared to be relatively high turnover, which impacted continuity and long-term morale.