NovaTech reviews

3.7

70% would recommend to a friend

(15 total reviews)

Volker Oakey

77% approve of CEO

54% positive business outlook

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5.0
Sep 11, 2018
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Pros

Specifically to Systems Engineering: Friendly, small company environment Effective leadership within systems engineering group Work is not mundane and new challenges arise every day Produce a really cool technology product, on the cutting edge in its niche Pay is competitive, 401K and health benefits are OK, profit sharing package is nice You are not required to become a manager if you want to remain in design engineering The work life balance is very gracious -- a desire to minimize travel is respected Generally: Small company feel, proud of the product being developed. Orion division (in Kansas) is the most profitable NovaTech division Coworkers can be trusted

Cons

This is an engineering company first, and there are no two ways around it. Manufacturing and production technicians are not treated (by their managers) with the same respect as the engineers. The technicians are grossly undervalued and are not given much opportunity to advance (or move laterally into a different role in the company). The hardware engineering group is having some growing pains, and I have even seen a good engineer leave because one of the long-time (soon to retire) engineers would not share any work. A couple of the long time employees do not act professionally toward others.

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NovaTech Response
7y
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. It's exciting to hear that the work you do is rewarding and that you are enjoying some of the great perks of working for NovaTech -- namely the family feel, 401K and profit sharing. We are listening and are committed to creating an environment that supports career progression. Thank you again for your feedback.
5.0
Feb 26, 2018

Great place to work!

Anonymous employee
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Pros

NovaTech is a fast-paced, agile environment. I love the atmosphere here because of the "get it done but do it right" attitude.

Cons

Pay is a bit lower than industry standard.

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NovaTech Response
7y
Thank you for your review and providing us with your feedback! It's nice to hear that some of our core principles -- integrity, adaptability, and creativity are felt in your daily work! We appreciate your honest feedback.
2.0
Aug 8, 2017

Anonymous

Anonymous employee
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Pros

A laid back atmosphere.

Cons

They promise so much yet deliver so little for employees. The pay is below industry average. A few managers have belittled employees. There's a major lack of professionalism by a few managers in the back as apparent with their childish games and behavior. Bringing up issues to managers tends to go in one ear and out the other.

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NovaTech Response
7y
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. We were happy to hear that you had enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere but it seems we missed the mark along the way. We do have an open door policy from our upper management team and value the feedback from our employees as it helps us preserve our culture. Thank you again for your feedback and sharing your experience. Wishing you the best in your future endeavors.
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