Does VSE pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, VSE employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at VSE. This rating has improved by 5% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at VSE?

64% of VSE employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated VSE 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.4 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at VSE?

Aircraft Mechanic (12) , Aircraft Worker (6) , Account Manager (4) , Aircraft Maintenance Technician (4) , Program Analyst (4) , Deputy Project Manager (3) , Financial Analyst (3) , Manager (3) , Mechanic (3) , Project Manager (3) , Supply Technician (3) , Accounting (2) , Administrative (2) , Aircraft Mechanic I (2) , Analyst (2)

What are the pros of working at VSE according to real employee reviews?

"People I worked with was great" ((in 21 reviews)); "Enjoyed most colleagues and the pay was good for the job description." ((in 18 reviews)); "Good environment and Good Benefit" ((in 14 reviews)); "Technical and Project Management people were great, but not appreciated by Leadership" ((in 7 reviews)); "Family work environment as a" ((in 4 reviews))

What are the cons of working at VSE according to real employee reviews?

"Middle to upper management are incompetent and care less about the concerns of the employees." ((in 9 reviews)); "Low salary, nothing more bad here" ((in 7 reviews)); "Several seasoned and experienced employees have made a mass exodus for fear of becoming unemployed." ((in 6 reviews)); "Favoritism throughout the higher and lower levels are apparent and if you're not a favorite you'll never move up." ((in 6 reviews)); "Everyone else is expendable, ignored, and threatened with layoffs almost constantly." ((in 5 reviews))

What are employees saying about VSE layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed VSE locations?

Alexandria , Greensboro , Miramar , Norfolk , Springfield , Fort Benning , Ruther Glen , Jacksonville , Ladysmith , Little Rock , Sterling Heights , Bowling Green , Chesapeake , Arlington , Somerset , Miami , Little Rock AFB , New Alexandria , Edison , Ogden , Evington , Virginia Beach , Fairfax , Tomah , Charlotte , El Paso , San Antonio , New Boston , Texarkana , Ewa Beach

VSE reviews

3.5

64% would recommend to a friend

(60 total reviews)

John A. Cuomo

69% approve of CEO

58% positive business outlook

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3.9

Diversity & inclusion

3.4

Culture & values

3.4

Work/Life balance

3.4

Compensation and benefits

3.2

Career opportunities

3.1

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2.0

Apr 4, 2025

Not everything is as it seems

Anonymous

Recommend

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Business Outlook

Pros

The group of individuals that worked alongside with me from other departments.

Cons

Career advancement is heavily influenced by favoritism rather than merit. Promotions often go to friends or favorites of leadership, particularly within TA which undermines the integrity of the recruitment process. Internal promotions feel predetermined, and employees aren't given a fair or transparent shot. It’s demoralizing to see roles handed out based on personal relationships rather than qualifications. Growth seems dependent on personal relationships with upper management—especially within Distribution. Seeing individuals with questionable performance get multiple promotions in a year is disheartening for those putting in the work. HR lacks empathy and often appears to act in self-interest rather than advocating for employee wellbeing. Concerns are often dismissed or not taken seriously.

VSE Response

1y

Hello, thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear about your experience, and we appreciate your honesty in bringing these concerns to light. At VSE, we aim to foster a work environment where all employees feel supported, valued, and have fair opportunities for advancement. We understand the concerns you've raised about career progression and internal promotions. It’s crucial to us that employees have a clear and transparent path to growth, based on their skills and contributions. We will take your feedback into consideration as we continue to evaluate and improve our processes. Regarding HR, our goal is to make sure all employees feel heard, supported, and respected. We’re committed to reviewing and refining our practices to ensure concerns are addressed with the care and attention they deserve. We also encourage you to reach out to HR directly if you would like to discuss any of these concerns further. Thank you again for sharing your perspective. We wish you the best in your future endeavors and hope your next experience is a positive one.

5.0

Mar 7, 2025

Great company

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Benefits, fair compensation, career advancement, company culture, employee events,

Cons

Sometime there are too many meetings

VSE Response

1y

Hi there, thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you appreciate our benefits, compensation, career growth opportunities, and company culture. Creating a positive and supportive workplace for our employees is a top priority for us. We also hear your feedback about meetings and understand that balance is key. We’re always looking for ways to improve efficiency while keeping communication strong. We truly appreciate your contributions to VSE and are grateful to have you on the team!

3.0

Jun 13, 2024

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Material handler

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Nice people and work hard

Cons

Pay raises very low and not all managers follow and walk the vision talk

VSE Response

2y

Thank you for sharing your thoughts. We're pleased to know that you find your colleagues to be hardworking and pleasant to work with at VSE. We acknowledge your concerns regarding pay raises and the consistency in management's adherence to our vision. We are committed to ensuring fair compensation and alignment across all levels of management. Your feedback is crucial, and we will take it into consideration as we work towards continuous improvement. We appreciate your dedication and encourage you to share any additional insights or suggestions with our HR department. Your contributions help us to create a better work environment for everyone at VSE. Thank you for your valuable feedback and for being a part of our team.

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