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 21 reviews)); "Most Employees at SSAI are really great people and awesome to work with." ((in 10 reviews)); "Management is easy to communicate with.SSAI has been voted number 1 best companies to work for amongst its competitors" ((in 8 reviews)); "flexible work/life balance and no micro" ((in 6 reviews)); "Most of my coworkers were friendly." ((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 5 reviews)); "Upper management is top heavy" ((in 5 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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3.1

43% would recommend to a friend

(126 total reviews)

Shilpa Bahethi

36% approve of CEO

28% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.3

Diversity & inclusion

3.9

Work/Life balance

3.4

Culture & values

3.3

Career opportunities

3.0

Compensation and benefits

2.7

Senior management

Science Systems and Applications has an employee rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 126 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Science Systems and Applications employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Aerospace & Defense industry (3.6 stars).

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126 reviews

1.0

Jun 24, 2015

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Senior scientific programmer analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Works in science areas that are interesting and a lot of fun.

Cons

Management absolutely does NOT stand by its people.

4.0

Apr 27, 2015

Great Family Atmosphere

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

This company has competitive pay, good benefits, and also great communication between upper management and employees.Would recommend working for SSAI.

Cons

Depending on the field that you work in, it could be tough to advance within the company. Other than that, no other issues.

5.0

Apr 14, 2015

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Very people oriented company. Family like atmosphere. Above average benefits. Interesting work opportunities in science.

Cons

Due to its size and focus there are somewhat limited opportunities to grow/move within the company

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