SAIC - great Federal sector strategy but commercial sector is lacking - Senior Consultant SAIC Employee Review

2.0
Nov 23, 2008
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Pros

One of the best reasons to work at SAIC is for the opportunity to collaborate and learn from some very bright scientists and engineers. SAIC has a very good base of very smart people. SAIC usually has business in its sales pipeline within its federal and commercial sector opportunity. One of the best reasons to work at SAIC is for the opportunity to collaborate and learn from some very bright scientists and engineers. SAIC has a very good base of very smart people. SAIC usually has business in its sales pipeline within its federal and commercial sector opportunity. Sorry, this is all I have time to write.

Cons

Most of the time you will start your career here working well over forty hours work weeks. While doing this, you will only be paid for a normal work week. You will be used for your expertise until the project is completed. Then, you will either be transitioned to a support role, thrown on another project, or placed on internal work via a bench until you are told to leave the company. All of this would have been avoided has the sales folks actually closed more sales instead of generating a bunch of activity with little to no results. The sales pipeline has problems closing leaving delivery scrambling for the next gig.

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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
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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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