boy have things changed in the last few years - Anonymous employee SAIC Employee Review

1.0
4 Mar 2010
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

support from fellow employees, not management

Cons

the work environment has changed so much in the past few years. It has gone from a place where people truly loved their jobs and would work untold hours to get the job done right to a place where people want out, do only what is needed and talk down the company. The management that I worked under did not understand our department, the areas we supported and how to support their staff. They were only interested is making sure that their manager thought they were doing it all. If they had to learn the general process of each department then they would be in a better place to make decisions concerning the departments.

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Cons

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Pros

Current Leadership: The management structure has stabilized significantly, and my current supervisor is excellent—supportive, engaged, and great to work with. Excellent Team Culture: The coworkers here are fantastic. There is a strong sense of camaraderie, and the team is incredibly supportive. Strong Compensation & Growth: The base pay is competitive and fair, and there is excellent opportunity for extra pay and overtime. From a professional development standpoint, I have learned an immense amount in my field over the past year. Enjoyable Travel: Excellent opportunities for work-related travel that adds great variety to the day-to-day routine.

Cons

Management Inconsistency Early On: My first supervisor took zero interest in team well-being, or development and the second had significant temperament issues that ultimately led to their departure. While it has been resolved now, Apparently management here like a lot of places is hit and miss. Heavy Workload: The workload can feel a bit overwhelming and intense at times. Striking a consistent work-life balance remains a challenge under the current demands. Role Expectation Mismatch: Some of the technical responsibilities and projects I have handled since joining were not clearly outlined or explained during the interview process. Navigating these unstated expectations alongside an already heavy workload has been a significant challenge.

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