Does Science Systems and Applications pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Science Systems and Applications employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Science Systems and Applications. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Science Systems and Applications?

43% of Science Systems and Applications employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Science Systems and Applications 3.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.4 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Science Systems and Applications?

Research Scientist (6) , NASA DEVELOP Team Member (5) , Administrative Assistant (3) , Engineer (3) , Fellow (3) , Scientific Programmer (3) , Software Engineer (3) , Analyst (2) , Anonymous (2) , Applications Developer (2) , Computer Scientist (2) , DEVELOP Participant (2) , Intern (2) , Manager (2) , NASA DEVELOP Intern (2)

What are the pros of working at Science Systems and Applications according to real employee reviews?

"Good benefits and family/life balance possible if you get on the right team." ((in 19 reviews)); "Most Employees at SSAI are really great people and awesome to work with." ((in 10 reviews)); "Management is committed to employee development and work" ((in 9 reviews)); "Most of my coworkers were friendly." ((in 5 reviews)); "My SSAI manager is a good buffer between NASA and SSAI." ((in 5 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Science Systems and Applications according to real employee reviews?

"Pay could be better but I am in an entry level position" ((in 6 reviews)); "Upper management is top heavy" ((in 5 reviews)); "There are limited opportunities for professional growth." ((in 3 reviews)); "Remote work has been gotten rid of completely, hybrid is an option but with current leadership expect everyone back in the office full time eventually." ((in 3 reviews)); "The current president and CEO are married to each other." ((in 1 reviews))

What are employees saying about Science Systems and Applications layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Science Systems and Applications layoffs and their outlook for job security at Science Systems and Applications in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Science Systems and Applications locations?

Greenbelt , Lanham , Hampton , Norfolk , Washington , Huntsville , Pocatello , Newport News , East Lansing , Asheville , Raleigh , Austin , Stennis Space Center , Pasadena , Berkeley , Manchester , Fort Collins , Loveland , Baltimore , West River , College Park , Laurel , Boston , Athens , Glenarden , Goddard

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Typical govt. contractor - in it for the money - Anonymous employee Science Systems and Applications Employee Review

2.0

May 14, 2017

Anonymous employee

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Pros

Affords the opportunity for research positions at NASA. Involved in community (although I think this is mostly for contract competitiveness).

Cons

The management sees contractors that work on-site at customer's facilities as a means for billing time and nothing more. There is little opportunity for advancement or even professional/personal development. The pay is not competitive with peers. 401K match is only 4%. They openly state that raises are not tied to performance reviews (which may be a good thing, because I never see my manager and he wouldn't have a clue what my job actually is). My SSAI makes absolutely no effort to promote me with my NASA manager.

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5.0

May 11, 2026

Chief strategy officer

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Pros

Good benefits, good pay, great people and coworkers. Working at a small business gives you access to all levels of the organization that you don't get with large businesses. You can just walk into HR or IT and get something done really quickly. The company has been around for over 48 years and has very mature systems. There were many company events which brought the employees together like ice cream socials, karaoke, Pi Day, annual holiday parties and summer picnics.

Cons

There aren't many but maybe the corporate offices could use some updating.

3.0

May 13, 2026

Engineer

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Pros

+ Access to NASA projects + Remote work contracts + Flexible hours + Scrappy C-suite

Cons

+ These folks seem to see staff as cattle with a cost+ bounty over their heads + They put their group managers in uncomfortable interpersonal positions + Company events feel like desperate attempts by the C-suite to check a box and appear like they care.

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