FAA Software Developer reviews

4.0

100% would recommend to a friend

(6 total reviews)

Pete Buttigieg | Michael G. Whitaker | Kathryn “Katie” Thomson

Not enough data to show CEO approval

99% positive business outlook

Reviews by job title

6 reviews
4.0
Jan 6, 2020
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Many different projects to work on. Lots of on-the-job training as well as paid training. Smaller teams are given lots of latitude in how to solve problems. Good work/life balance.

Cons

Like a lot of large companies and government agencies, bureaucracy does slow progress sometimes and also can foster a working environment where image and perception can mean more than the actual work being done. It's more important to follow rules and procedures than be creative which is understandable, most of the time, in this type of environment. If you're into that type of thing, then this would be a good fit for you.

3.0
Apr 20, 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Family friendly in regards to time off and teleworking

Cons

Work can be mundane for long periods of time. Management is disconnect from work force.

4.0
Mar 19, 2013
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

For me, there are three main things that determine job satisfaction. Who you work with, what projects you work on, and salary. I have worked here for three years now and can say that there is a pretty good culture here and everyone is easy to get along with. And, most of the projects are interesting.

Cons

The FAA, unlike most other federal agencies, uses "pay banding" instead of the GS scale. The first three years straight out of college you get decent pay grade increases. After that, though, you are pretty much on a frozen salary that likely will not keep up with inflation. There seems to be very little in the way of career advancement. There are no bonuses. Also during those first three years you only receive four hours of leave every two weeks, i.e., 8 hours leave per month. On the other hand, I suppose it is a fairly stable job, for the most part. But as a young professional with ambition, I can't help but wonder if there's something more challenging and rewarding out there.

Viewing 4 - 6 of 6 Reviews

Glassdoor has 1,630 FAA reviews submitted anonymously by FAA employees. Read employee reviews and ratings on Glassdoor to decide if FAA is right for you.