I see a lot of people doing no/little work and getting paid big bucks, so do I, but it doesn't feel right... - Anonymous employee SAIC Employee Review

3.0
Dec 11, 2012
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

- The compensation is good for the work output required. In fact, it's amazing. - They cater lunch all the time. Food is everywhere!! - Office amenities are great and you get whatever resources you need to get the job done. - I get to drink coffee and surf the net all day long.

Cons

- Great access to resources, no place or direction to put them to good use. - I get to drink coffee and surf the net all day long!! - Management lacks communication, vision, initiative. I haven't spoken to my manager in over 2 weeks. - It feels like taking initiative is a bad thing at SAIC. - Team is nearly non-existent. I only know my teammates because I have "bothered" them unitl I knew who they were and what their job function was. - People don't care if you come or go. - Offering assistance is almost a sin in this place.

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Cons

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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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