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NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

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Many people's "dream job" - Software Engineer NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory Employee Review

3.0
Aug 6, 2024
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Pros

"Prestigious employer," at the cost of your well-being.

Cons

Too many levels of management getting in their own way. If you're lucky, you get a coworker that's been there for 30 plus years trying to one-up you on your job almost every day.

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5.0
Jul 13, 2026
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Pros

- great culture - impactful projects - well organized internship program

Cons

- they give a stipend, not standard salary

4.0
Jul 9, 2026
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Pros

Excellent fit for superconducting detectors, KIDs/TKIDs, cryogenic readout, microwave systems, and quantum/space sensing. JPL has work in superconducting devices, microwave readout, quantum detectors, and advanced sensors.

Cons

Salary; Many restrictions, internal review, export-control considerations, and delays before publication.

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