Seek Greener Pastures - Senior Systems Engineer General Atomics Employee Review

2.0
Feb 10, 2022
Recommend
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Pros

Engineers are given more responsibility than they would find at other companies due to staffing shortages. Opportunities to work directly with vendors and suppliers.

Cons

Unable to retain staff due to below average pay and benefits. Dwindling pipeline of funded projects/programs. Poor industry reputation.

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5.0
Jun 8, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Very good work life balance

Cons

9 hour shifts 4 days a week

2.0
Jun 27, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Lots of structure, tools and resources to do the job.

Cons

Culture was like a Principal's office. Focus on little rules that overshadow overall work output.

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