Pros
- Mission-driven work to clear milestones and purpose - Work has the potential to deeply change the course of human existence - High risk, high reward environment as is with much of the rocket business - Constantly learning to keep at the cutting edge of engineering - Great work culture with like-minded individual; some of the smartest people you'll ever meet. - Those who do not perform or are not team players are quickly found and don't last long. - Minimal red tape, everyone responsible for mission success. All roles matter. - Stock options - No BS, extremely-focused and competent CEO. - Privately-held, so no investors to answer to. Mission is paramount, not quarterly earnings. - Amazing benefits.
Cons
- Can sometimes be highly stressful. - Company gets paid by achieving contract milestones, which can lead to long hours near a deadline. - Work-life balance can be an issue, but it is entirely the responsibility of the employee to manage. - Performance review process needs improvement. No clear means for promotion/career growth. Very difficult to achieve title/role changes. -No 401k contribution matching. ISOs or RSUs are marketed as reason for this.