Does Y-12 National Security Complex pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Y-12 National Security Complex employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Y-12 National Security Complex. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Y-12 National Security Complex?

82% of Y-12 National Security Complex employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Y-12 National Security Complex 4.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Y-12 National Security Complex?

Engineer (8) , Mechanical Engineer (3) , Process Engineer (3) , System Engineer (3) , Intern (2) , Nuclear Engineer (2) , Program Manager (2)

What are the pros of working at Y-12 National Security Complex according to real employee reviews?

"Great company, pay and benefits." ((in 9 reviews)); "Salary was great." ((in 4 reviews)); "The people are great." ((in 4 reviews)); "Nice people, great benefits, competitive salaries" ((in 3 reviews)); "Great work life balance." ((in 3 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Y-12 National Security Complex according to real employee reviews?

"Communication is HORRIBLE!! Company moral is non" ((in 4 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Y-12 National Security Complex locations?

Oak Ridge , Knoxville , Oakridge , Oliver Springs , Oakridge

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A good place to work. - Program Manager Y-12 National Security Complex Employee Review

4.0

Feb 19, 2013

Program manager

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Job security (so far). Calm atmosphere (mostly).

Cons

May have to seek direction/development advice.

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5.0

Jul 21, 2026

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible hours and slow work environment

Cons

Lots of regulations and red tape. Slow work environment

4.0

Jun 7, 2026

Development engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Four 10-hour workdays weekly, plus time balancing - Very strong job security - Work-life balance is very good - Work culture is good, the people are very down-to-earth and relaxed - The work supports an important, meaningful mission

Cons

- DoE work pacing is very slow at times - Opaque promotion system that seemingly rewards less experienced new hires much more than long-term employees, with respect to time in grade

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