VSE reviews

3.5

64% would recommend to a friend

(217 total reviews)

John A. Cuomo

69% approve of CEO

58% positive business outlook

VSE has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 217 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The VSE 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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217 reviews
2.0
Apr 4, 2025

Not everything is as it seems

Recommend
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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.

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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.
2.0
Apr 4, 2025

Meh

Recommend
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Pros

I enjoyed this line of work, but not the company

Cons

Difficult to contact HR didn’t give promised raises to workers.

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VSE Response
1y
Thank you for your review. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the nature of the work during your time with us. We’re sorry to learn about your concerns regarding communication with HR and compensation. That’s not the experience we want anyone to have, and we take this feedback seriously. We appreciate your contributions during your time with us and wish you success in your future endeavors.
5.0
Mar 7, 2025

Great company

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

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

Cons

Sometime there are too many meetings

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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!
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