Does National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency?

68% of National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.3 for culture and values and 3.6 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency?

Analyst (25) , Geospatial Analyst (19) , Program Manager (16) , Imagery Analyst (14) , Intern (9) , GEOINT Analyst (8) , Police Officer (7) , Senior Analyst (6) , Systems Engineer (6) , Contract Specialist (5) , Geodetic Orbit Scientist (4) , Manager (4) , Research Scientist (4) , Branch Chief (3) , Cartographer (3)

What are the pros of working at National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency according to real employee reviews?

"I have been working at NGA for 3 years and so far the benefits are great." ((in 36 reviews)); "Pay is good" ((in 29 reviews)); "Great People to work with." ((in 23 reviews)); "Some great opportunities to use cool technology and do innovation that matters" ((in 16 reviews)); "Flexible; great work life balance" ((in 12 reviews))

What are the cons of working at National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency according to real employee reviews?

"abysmal management" ((in 14 reviews)); "The workload and beauacratic culture turned me off." ((in 9 reviews)); "Parking is always a problem if you don’t carpool" ((in 6 reviews)); "Real aversion to doing anything about bad managers, and many are running out of places to which they can be moved!" ((in 4 reviews)); "Portfolio effort started in 2011 a disaster, personnel efforts have ruined morale and isolated workforce." ((in 4 reviews))

What are employees saying about National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency layoffs and their outlook for job security at National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency in 2026.

What are the top reviewed National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency locations?

Springfield , Saint Louis , Washington , Bethesda , North Springfield , Alexandria , Arlington , Aurora , Fort Belvoir , Reston , Charlottesville , Norfolk , Fairfax , Stafford , Woodbridge , Las Cruces , Dayton , La Verne , Annapolis , Tampa , McLean , Lake St Louis , Langley Park

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3.7

68% would recommend to a friend

(70 total reviews)

Vice Admiral Frank Whitworth

73% approve of CEO

54% positive business outlook

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4.0

Compensation and benefits

3.8

Work/Life balance

3.6

Career opportunities

3.5

Diversity & inclusion

3.3

Culture & values

2.9

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3.0

Sep 14, 2021

Eeh

Accountant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The pay is pretty good.

Cons

Work is boring and highly skilled professionals are often under utilized, but paid well.

4.0

Jul 7, 2021

best place to work 12 yrs in a row.

Contracting officer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Never dull. Good retention. Great people.

Cons

Stressful at times. Advancement limitations if not willing to relocate.

4.0

Jul 2, 2021

Good place to work for a federal agency.

Human resources specialist (hr specialist)

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible work schedules in some offices and time for gym is a plus. Beautiful building in DC area. Good benefits. Pay for performance makes salary increases quicker than many other agencies

Cons

Hierarchical leadership structure and work is burdened with bureaucracy. Not many promotional opportunities. Salary for long term employment could be higher but it's regulated by federal policy.

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best place to work 12 yrs in a row.

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