3.0
20 May 2013
Current employee, more than 3 years
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook
Pros
The people I have worked with are dedicated, passionate and strive to do their best. They are by far the best reason to work here.
Cons
Most effort in any company should be focused on obtaining, maintaining or satisfying customers. Not at GD. Most effort is spent inside political battles and meandering through the complex organization structure. Most decisions are made at the VP and above levels, leaving Sr. Managers and even Directors with little to no authority. The favorite phrase when trying to settle a contentious subject or come to a decision: "Let's take it offline." Which in layman's terms means, "Let's not discuss it ever again."