It's ok - Anonymous employee MIT Lincoln Laboratory Employee Review

As observed in other reviews, it is true that Lincoln Laboratory does not have a structure that offers the type of vertical growth path that is seen in some other places. We do not have Engineer 1,2 3 4, etc, or Senior, Lead, Principal type of progression. Our levels are essentially Assistant Staff, Associate Staff, or Technical Staff. There is a management path for those who seek that option. It is not uncommon for an employee to be in a level for an extended time, especially in Technical Staff where a a full career can be spent. Our evaluation system is such that compensation can continue to grow in pace with contributions and the marketplace. The tradeoff is that we offer exceptional depth and breadth of opportunity that provides significant technical growth. Operating the Laboratory as a meritocracy is a core value.