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      So much potential, such poor leadership - Anonymous employee National Nuclear Security Administration Employee Review

      3.0
      11 Jan 2018
      Anonymous employee
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      Pros

      Good leave and health insurance benefits, meaningful mission and contribution to the United States and global nuclear security, good pay for non-STEM fields, security of federal employment.

      Cons

      Poor leadership via an Old Boys Club that does not do anymore than pay lip service to employee satisfaction, fairness to all employees (including legal compliance with whistleblower protections or equitable pay under Pay-for-Performance model used in lieu of GS Pay System), or contributions from women, minorities, or the disabled. Rigid management that employs military type leadership in a civilian agency to the detriment of morale for those that desire a modern workplace and value work/life balance.

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      5.0
      8 Sept 2025
      Contracting officer
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      Pros

      Variety of jobs. Flexible hours. Situationa telework.

      Cons

      Dealing with DC bureaucracy and political whims

      1.0
      7 Mar 2026
      Operations research analyst
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      Pros

      Great programs if you are into Nuclear Weapons Development and like to work closely with the National labs. The tasks you are given can be challenging.

      Cons

      All of the work areas do not have windows, which can make the environment feel confined, especially since employees are required to work there daily. The Cost Estimators’ section is particularly problematic because the space is small, can be overcrowded and is the only classified section. It frequently becomes very warm in there, and there have been recurring issues with ceiling leaks. There are also concerns related to management style. One supervisor closely monitors employees’ time and their “away” status on Microsoft Teams, which can feel like micromanagement. Additionally, expectations for NQ-04 employees are very high, and even small mistakes can lead to an unsatisfactory performance rating, regardless of the effort put into the work.

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