Overall very good, but... - Anonymous employee SAIC Employee Review

4.0
May 12, 2011
Anonymous employee
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Pros

I was a long time employee and was fortunate to have had very good managers who created work environments that encouraged creativity and professionalism. I was proud to work on projects that supported the military and the environment. I felt the work I was doing was for a good cause and I was proud to work there.

Cons

When the program I was working on lost a significant portion of its government funding, I was laid off. I was disapointed that apparently little or no effort was made to find another position for me to transfer to. During my last two weeks with the company, I was given the option of continuing to do my job or spend the time, in the office, searching for another position on my own. I had access to internal job postings, some job search webinars provided by Corporate HR, phone and email. While I appreciated having the time to job search on my own, as a long time employee, I was disappointed that the company didn't seem to value keeping me employed.

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Cons

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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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