The d-mbest boss I have ever worked for my whole career is at GA. This individual doesn’t know basic industry knowledge or technology. It’s crazy how this person became a director. I am truly working with the laziest and less skilled labor force... —  read more 

There have been 40+ covid cases at GA (in various locations) since going back to the office June 21st. It is very worrisome to be in the office. Some locations have people testing positive and the complete disinfecting the area per CDC guidelines... —  read more 

That would be logical, but still, I don't believe that GE, despite the fact that many people are leaving, will not have significant cuts. I hope I'm wrong, but my experience with this company tells me that anything that can go wrong - will go wrong... —  read more 

I’m getting fed up with the slow paced and lazy work ethic that plagues GA and the entire defense contracting industry.... for those who left GA and got out of the industry entirely... how difficult was it? Where did you end up? How long did the job... —  read more 

Some employees have returned to the office... others are scheduled to return in September... and many have quit due to having to return to office. I’ve heard that upper management is now discussing an update to the Work from Home policy to alleviate... —  read more 

My time at GA has come to an end! This was an interesting place to work. A lot of the things posted here are true. Very bad processes, talent pool of people lack up to date skills, very old work force and work ethic of employees is not the best. ... —  read more 

I’ve always loved my job and I’ve never complained about hard work or anything like that. I was not very interested in the situation in the company either, because I was always preoccupied specifically with my job. However, the atmosphere here lately... —  read more 

They simply don't want to. Even if a young person comes here, they realize very quickly that GA is not a company worth staying in and leave very quickly. What does this company have to offer young, skilled people? I'm afraid there's nothing left to... —  read more 

This company is stuck in the past and not moving forward at all. Working here I feel stuck in the past as well. The question is how marketable are you? I thought that finding a new job would be difficult, but I couldn't have imagined that it would... —  read more 

GA’s work force is so old. Full of people with outdated skills that don’t let the company grow. When I got to GA it felt like I stepped back in time. My manager and director were talking about technology from the 80s and weren’t even aware of... —  read more 

I wouldn’t want to belittle anyone, but I’ve really never worked in a company where I had to work with people who don’t like their job so much. I understand, GA doesn’t give any special motivation, but it’s really hard to work with someone who is so... —  read more 

https://www.cnbc.com/2021/06/14/bank-of-america-ceo-brian-moynihan-details-back-to-office-plan.html Look at this. A money-hungry Fortune 500 bank cares more about its employees than GA does to its. HAH! Bank of America, which has to be ruthless... —  read more 

Pay is horrible! Benefits are average and smart people are almost nonexistent! I came to GA to relax for a few years but I am leaving sooner bc I am beginning to get lazy. My work ethic is starting to be impacted by the people around me. Instead... —  read more 

I might even consider staying in this company. However, GA has so many other issues that getting back to the office is the least of it.

How good are GA employees? Are they able to find jobs at other companies easy? Does having GA on your resume help or hurt you when looking for another job? How many people let go last year were able to find employment within 90 days? I am a... —  read more 

I hear chatter that this is the real reason we are returning in 6/21. Nothing about health or safety, all about profit. I need to know, is it true or are these rumors? If real, how can you guys actually confirm this? Not sure what to believe. —  read more 

I still haven’t heard any real and valid arguments for going back to the office? Will the company do better if we go back to the office? What is this all about? I am much more productive while working from home. Unfortunately, I don't have... —  read more 

Take vacation days. Go on sick leave. 2020 means you have a TON. For those with kids, it's YOUR right as a parent. For those with or living with immuno-compromised persons, it's YOUR right to protects those you loved. For everyone else, who... —  read more 

It is disappointing that GA is not getting with the times and telling enployees to come back from WFH in a couple of weeks. Anyone trying to do WFH longer? What are your reasonings for doing WFH longer?

This is mostly for new employees - leave before you get too comfortable. GA is one of the worst places to get stuck right now - and you can get stuck so easily. If you happen to know what you're doing you'll never be promoted. Your managers will want... —  read more 

The industry as a whole has been devastated…. Every major operation has been hit hard… looking at GA numbers and orders… do people thing ASI will survive? If it does survive I don’t see how it can remain in the same capacity - major changes will... —  read more 

1) Are the GA co-founders still working at GA or have they retired? Do they own the majority of the company still? 2) How likely is GA to be bought out by one of the other Aero companies? 3) What GA Programs are the best long term wise to be... —  read more 

My spouse heard GA will soon force employees back into the office. First, we have kids, and the schools not to mention daycare are still deciding to start when. Second, we are vaccinated, but our kids are not, and their are all these mutant Covid-19... —  read more 

I used to be really proud to work for this company. Unfortunately, I think it is less and less relevant today.

Data Device Corporation here in Poway, CA is looking for a couple of good Electrical Engineers, one that should know high speed signal integrity such as DDR2/DDR3/DDR4 and SERDES types, and another EE that doesn't need to be an SI guru. You can see... —  read more 

Those at the top know that people don't have many alternatives now and it's hard to get a new job and they use it to the maximum. That's what frustrates me the most. Do you think that GA has never had a greater culture of fear than now? Those at... —  read more 

That is what disappointed me the most, that injustice, unfounded favoritism, nepotism. I am now in a company where I earn a lot less, but I am much happier. I could have been rehired, but there’s no way I’d come back here even if they offered me... —  read more 

I had an interesting discussion with some colleagues who have been in this company for a very long time about how much our jobs here have changed over all these years. After almost 10 years here, my job has almost completely changed, while some say... —  read more 

I'm safe for now, but it became clear to me a long time ago that I don't have a bright future here so I tried to put away as much savings as possible. People talk a lot about exit strategies and that one should always be prepared, but that’s my... —  read more 

There is a lot of mention of people who leave here and end up looking for a better opportunity at Kratos. Generalized opinion aside, can someone who went to Kratos from here give me more detailed information on how much better that company is? I’m a... —  read more 

Any information on the new wave of layoffs coming? I heard that people have been leaving like crazy so hopefully that will soften the blow or eliminate the need for another round?

I was just laid off this morning from GA-EMS. HR said the layoff number is 152 being let go. They/me remain GA employees through July 19 (60 days) and will continue to be paid. Not sure about any severance package (forgot to ask in the heat of the... —  read more 

I was let go last year and just got rehired. Feels good to be back at a great company. I hope to retire at GA… lots of work to catch up on!

CDC said masks off...but lots of smart employees still refuse to be vaccinated by Bill Gates, now they reporting infection!!! and good ol' Linden Blue wants to bring us all back to the office, cause forget return to school and childcare...is... —  read more 

https://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/37498/northrop-grummans-plan-to-replace-the-mq-9-reaper-with-stealthy-autonomous-drones I was laid off back in 2020. NEVER thought it would happen to me. thankful to prayers, was hired at same level soonafter... —  read more 

Yes, there are layoffs sometimes. But every single large company has layoffs at some point. Some have them more often than others, and I think we are in the "others" group. Other than that, we get paid well, receive nice benefits, and at least for... —  read more 

https://www.anduril.com/ https://www.kratosdefense.com/ Check us out. We are what GA dream it could be...yum...Billion dollar contracts,

I noticed that outdated skillsets are mentioned a lot on these threads. I absolutely agree, I am somewhat concerned that I will become unmarketable if I stay here a little longer. A colleague who got a job at another company told me that he really... —  read more 

Many say there will be no layoffs any time soon. If only I could know that for sure, so that I can finally have a little relief. This way I am constantly tense from anticipation of what will happen and I have paused some other important decisions. Do... —  read more