The best you can expect in a tough market space in a low margin business model - Division Manager SAIC Employee Review

4.0
21 Mar 2010
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Pros

You can be the master of your own destiny, performance is rewarded and vice versa, I get to manage some of the smartest people i have ever met

Cons

Sometimes the corporate message is lost in the face of division level business realities, ie, corporate messages are many time meaningless at the line, corporate seems to forget that ~40% of employees work at the customer site and they do not have time for most of the training/communication opportunities dictated by corporate - and many security training requirements offer nothing in the face of customer required security measures

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5.0
6 Jun 2026
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Pros

Good salary and benefits now

Cons

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3.0
9 Jun 2026
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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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