NASA's vision is to reach for new heights and reveal the unknown so that what we do and learn will benefit all humankind. read more
NASA Company Culture
NASA Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews4.3/5
NASA's Overall Culture is rated A-
NASA CEO
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Jim Bridenstine
75 /100
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Diversity at NASA
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C+
Diverse employees at NASA have rated CEO Rating, Team, and Outlook as the highest categories they have scored
Women at NASA
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B
Women at NASA have rated Team, Leadership, and Manager as the highest categories they have scored
NASA eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Top 20%Top 20% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
28
NASA employees are 28% more likely to recommend NASA as a great place to work
| 56% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 16% | Passives |
| 28% | Detractors |
Working at NASA
Working at NASA is rated highly by 530 employees, across various culture dimensions. NASA employees are most satisfied about Retention, Outlook, and Executive Team categories, putting NASA’s culture in the Top 15% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 30% compared to other companies in Washington, DC. See below in detail how working at NASA was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at NASA
A-
Overall Company Culture at NASA is rated A-
Last updated 10 days ago
Top
15%
NASA ranks in the Top 15% of other companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
NASA Employee Reviews
Out of 158 NASA employee reviews, 79% were positive. The remaining 21% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping NASA improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 79% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 21% |
Positive Reviews From NASA Employees
- What did you like most about the interview process?I don't remember much about interviewing since I started working as a graduate student with NASA and they extended a job offer before I graduated.
- What makes you most happy at work?Respect and support for my work
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?Positive research environment and support by co-workers and administrators.
Constructive Feedback From NASA Employees
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Listen to the other people
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?I've been employed by the government for most of my career. I have never seen managers who do not understand what they are managing until I started working for NASA.
- What needs to change to make the company culture better?Less competition between employees and need more of a team culture.
NASA Company Information
NASA Company Overview
NASA's vision is to reach for new heights and reveal the unknown so that what we do and learn will benefit all humankind.
NASA Mission, Vision & Values
NASA Mission Statement
We are passionate professionals united by a common purpose: to pioneer the future in space exploration, scientific discovery and aeronautics research. Today, we continue NASA’s legacy of excellence and innovation through an unprecedented array of missions.
NASA Vision Statement
We reach for new heights and reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind.
NASA Values
- Safety
- Integrity
- Teamwork
- Excellence
Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility at NASA
Imagine a working atmosphere designed in harmony with its environment. A building immersed in natural daylight and fresh air; one constructed to LEED Platinum standards and furnished with materials that are beneficial to your health. A building so smart and intuitive it knows exactly how much energy is consumed – and adapts itself based on weather, season and work patterns.
| Headquarter | E Street SW, Suite 5K39 Washington, DC United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.nasa.gov/ |
| Founding Date | 1958 |
| Tel | (202) 358-0001 |
| Company Status | Private |
NASA Competitors
NASA competitors include SpaceX and Blue Origin. NASA ranks 1st in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how NASA compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
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NASA Employees
530 employees at NASA have reviewed NASA across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was 10 days ago.
Overall, the 530 NASA employees give their leadership a grade of B+, or Top 20% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at NASA are generally satisfied with their total compensation at NASA, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at NASA are pleased with their team. 530 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a B. The majority believe the meetings at NASA are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at NASA believe the environment at NASA is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at NASA is comfortably fast. About 41% of the employees at NASA work 8 hours or less, while 25% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at NASA are happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
NASA employees generally work 10.0 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at NASA report the work pace is comfortably fast
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
On a typical day, employees at NASA have 3 meetings
Meetings
A Day in the Life
78% of NASA employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
NASA employees most often take 15-20 paid vacation and sick days each year
Perks & Benefits
A Day in the Life
67% of NASA employees report they are happy with their work life balance
Work Life Balance
A Day in the Life
NASA employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Every Week
Feedback
A Day in the Life
78% of NASA employees call their work environment positive
Environment
Joining NASA - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining NASA is that the company was prepared on their first day. NASA employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 67% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
NASA KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of NASA's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 23 NASA employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 19 have said yes.
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NASA CEO & Leadership
NASA CEO - Jim Bridenstine
75 /100
Jim’s approval rate is in the Top 20% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 20% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Washington, DC. NASA’s CEO is highly regarded especially by Hispanic or Latino employees, employees in the IT department, and Native American employees. However, African American/Black employees, employees identified with Other ethnicities, and employees with the company for Less than 1 Year have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Compared to NASA’s competitors, Jim Bridenstine ranks right above Blue Origin CEO Bob Smith. Under Bridenstine’s leadership, NASA employee respondents are most happy about their Retention and the company’s Outlook. Environment and Diversity are two areas, according to respondents, where NASA could stand to see real improvement.
NASA Leadership
The NASA Executive Team is rated an “A-” and led by CEO Jim Bridenstine, Chief Financial Officer Larry Sivic, and Deputy Director, Office of Technology Partnerships and Planning Robert Shaw
Jim Bridenstine CEO / President
Jim Bridenstine serves as the CEO / President of NASA.
Larry Sivic Chief Financial Officer
Larry Sivic serves as the Chief Financial Officer of NASA.
Robert Shaw Deputy Director, Office of Technology Partnerships and Planning
Robert Shaw serves as the Deputy Director, Office of Technology Partnerships and Planning of NASA.
NASA Salaries
How much does NASA pay?
How much do people at NASA get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at NASA is $124,363, or $59 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $117,103, or $56 per hour.
At NASA, the highest paid job is a Group Product Manager at $223,604 annually and the lowest is a Sr Desktop Support at $41,000 annually. Average NASA salaries by department include: Product at $217,834, Sales at $169,354, Operations at $78,312, and Design at $112,999. Half of NASA salaries are above $117,103.
154 employees at NASA rank their Compensation in the Top 20% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 483 ratings) while 150 employees at NASA rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 20% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 160 ratings).
Salaries contributed from NASA employees include job titles like Principal Engineer, Lead Engineer, Engineering Manager, and Data Scientist. Comparably data has a total of 11 salary records from NASA employees.
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $66k | $66k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $91k | $91k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $116k | $116k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $168k | $168k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $224k | $224k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $276k | $276k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $286k | $286k | 100th Percentile |
$124,363*
Average Compensation
$117,103*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
NASA Salaries by City
NASA Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at NASA
Diverse employees at NASA score the company 67/100 across various culture categories, placing NASA in the Top 50% of companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at NASA across various culture dimensions.
Diversity and inclusion are integral to mission success at NASA. First and foremost, our,commitment to these principles helps us to ensure fairness and equity in all of our decision,making. Diversity and inclusion also help us to fully engage and utilize the talents, backgrounds,,and capabilities of individuals and teams, allowing us to create and maintain a work environment,where diverse ideas are highly vailled and viewed as critical to effective technical solutions, the,lifeblood of NASA's work. In turn, individuals can reach their potential and maximize their,comributions to our strategic goals.
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NASA Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
- Paid Holidays
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
Financial Benefits
- 401K / Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Office Perks
- Work From Home Policy
- Unique Office Space
NASA PTO
NASA's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives unlimited days off a year with 67% of employees expected to be work free while out of office. Paid Time Off is NASA's most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 50% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. NASA's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $2500+ cash value per month.
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NASA Careers
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Candidates By Department
All Industries | 52% | |
|---|---|---|
Engineering | 21% | |
IT | 10% | |
Marketing | 6% | |
Product | 3% | |
Other | 8% |
Candidates By Location
Washington | 49% | |
|---|---|---|
San Francisco | 4% | |
Salt Lake City | 2% | |
Baltimore | 2% | |
New York City | 2% | |
Other | 40% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding NASA
What is NASA address?
NASA location is at E Street SW, Suite 5K39
Who is the CEO of NASA?
NASA CEO is Jim Bridenstine, their score by employees is 75
What is NASA eNPS?
The eNPS for NASA is 28
What is the salary for QA in NASA?
QA average salary in the US is 99k
What are the salaries in the Engineering in NASA?
The average salaries for Engineering in NASA is 118k
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