At GDAIS, we know there's a lot more to you than what you bring to your job. That's why we offer you the resources you need to make the most of your life - no matter how it changes.

Our competitive salaries are coupled with a generous benefit package that includes family health care, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and life insurance. Eligibility for most benefits begins the first day of employment. And our flextime policy will help you keep a healthy work/life balance. Over 80% of our employees - at more than 70 locations nationwide - work on a 9/80 schedule.

At GDAIS, we're committed to your growth, both professional and personal. Our benefits include educational opportunities, fitness plans, peer recognition programs, and even discounts for everyday products and services.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a dynamic total rewards package allowing employees to focus their energies on the right activities at the right time maximizing both employee and company performance. We're proud to offer our world-class employees:

• Competitive compensation programs
• Comprehensive benefit programs
• Peer Recognition Program
• STAR/Excellence Awards
• Our REAch Program
• Employee Referral Programs

We know that no two of you are alike. Our Dynamic Total Rewards package allows you to choose the right benefits and coverage levels for you and your family. Depending upon the position, our Pay for Performance Rewards package consists of a combination of variable pay and base compensation. Benefits Coverage begins on your first day of employment and ends on the last day of the month in which employment terminates. Note, however, that STD, LTD, AD&D and Life Insurance end on your last day of employment. Employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement are not eligible for this plan.

Ambitious? Our promotion process creates ongoing opportunities for career growth, and our performance recognition programs empower our employees to guide their career paths.

At GDAIS, we strongly believe our employees are the best way to market and sell our company. That makes every employee a potential recruiter. Recognizing that you are our best source for recruiting new talent, we award bonuses, up to $5,000.00 per hire, for successful employee referrals.

Health Benefits

Medical

Your health is important to you, and to us as well. Because when you’re healthy, so are we. As a GDAIS employee, you’ll be able to choose from several top-tier programs with major carriers such as CIGNA, Aetna, and United Health.

Dental

Good overall physical health starts with your teeth. As a GDAIS employee, you can elect dental coverage for you and your family through Delta Dental. This coverage includes preventative, basic, major services, and orthodontia. Employees share in the cost of coverage with pre-tax payroll contributions.

Vision

GDAIS provides vision coverage through VSP. The plan covers routine exams and corrective lenses, plus discounts on other services and eyewear. Employees share in the cost of coverage with pre-tax payroll contributions.

Well Being & Income Protection

Employee Assistance Program

Sometimes life brings bumps in the road. To smooth things out, GDAIS provides the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost to you. EAP is a confidential counseling and referral service to help you solve a variety of personal issues such as managing stress, parenting and family concerns, financial planning, and legal concerns.

Flexible Spending Account

If you’d like to keep a little extra of your hard-earned money, take advantage of our Medical Spending Account or our Dependent Care Account. These Flexible Spending Accounts allow you to set aside money on a pre-tax basis to be used for reimbursing claims you incur throughout the year. You may contribute up to $5,000 annually to each account.

Life Insurance

Life insurance is not something we like to think too much about. But if something should happen to you – or your loved ones – we offer peace of mind with our first-class coverage.

Employee: We provide basic life insurance coverage equal to one times your base salary-at no cost to you. Since employee life insurance needs vary, you have the option to purchase additional life insurance coverage, up to eight times your base salary.

Spouse: You can choose to purchase coverage for your spouse at coverage levels between $10,000 and $100,000.
Child(ren): You can choose to purchase coverage for your dependent children at coverage levels between $5,000 and $25,000.

Accidental Death and Dismemberment

Statistics say that you’re far more likely to be injured than killed. That’s why a little preparation could go a long way. It’s good to know that as a GDAIS employee, you’ll be covered.

Employee: We provide accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage equal to one times your base salary-at no cost to you. Since employee AD&D needs vary, you have the option to purchase additional protection up to ten times your base salary.

Spouse: You can choose to purchase coverage for your spouse at coverage levels between $10,000 and $100,000. Child(ren): You can choose to purchase coverage for your dependent children at coverage levels between $5,000 and $25,000.

Business Travel Accident Insurance

At no cost to you, GDAIS provides $200,000 of accidental death coverage while traveling on company business.

Short Term Disability

Our Short-term Disability (STD) plan provides up to 26 weeks of protection at no cost to you. The first week is covered under the Paid Time Off program. The STD benefit pays 100% of your base salary for up to 12 weeks and 70% for the following 13 weeks.

Long Term Disability

Should your STD extend beyond 26 weeks, GDAIS provides Long-term Disability (LTD) coverage equal to 50% of your base monthly earnings. The maximum monthly LTD benefit is $15,000. You can choose to purchase additional LTD coverage equal to 10% of base monthly earnings. With the additional coverage, the maximum monthly LTD benefit would be $18,000.

Time off & Leave

At GDAIS, we know there’s a lot more to you than what you bring to your job. That’s why we offer you the resources you need to make the most of your life – no matter how it changes.

Holidays

Tradition, memories, family, and loved ones. There’s nothing like a celebration. As a GDAIS employee, you’ll enjoy 10 paid holidays a year. These days include our seven core company holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas. And, because we value our diverse workforce, we also provide 3 additional floating holidays.

Paid Time Off

As a GDAIS employee, flexibility is in your court. Our Paid Time Off (PTO) program combines vacation, sick, and personal leave into one bank that you can use at your discretion. New, fulltime employees accrue PTO at a rate of 14-18 days per year with the potential of earning more after 5, 10, 15, and 20 years of service. PTO accruals depend on your department.

9/80 Schedule

Who hasn’t wished for a longer weekend? With our 9/80 work schedule, your wish just may come true. By lengthening your work week one hour each day, you can tip the work/life balance more in your favor and enjoy every other Friday off. When you interview with us, be sure to ask your manager if your group is eligible to participate in this flexible work schedule.

Flexible Work Schedules

Not everyone can work 9 to 5. If your life needs a different balance, we offer flexible schedules. Note that these schedules are dependant on business needs and require your manager’s approval.

Family & Medical Leave & Other Leave Programs

Sometimes, life throws curves. If you need to time away, GDAIS complies with all federal and state leave laws. We also offer:

Bereavement Leave: We provide 3 to 5 days of paid bereavement leave for a death in the immediate family.

Military Leave: Employees called to active duty are eligible for pay differential – between their GDAIS base pay and their military pay – for a period of 60 months.

You’ll also have the peace of mind knowing that when you’re on leave, you’ll remain eligible for most benefit programs at the same cost as when you were actively employed.

Investing In Your Future

Savings and Stock Investment Plan: 401(k) Plan

Looking to secure your financial future? Join our team and you’ll have the opportunity to participate in the GDAIS Savings and Stock Investment Plan (SSIP). You’ll get to contribute from 1% to 50% of your salary on a before-tax or after-tax basis, up to the IRS allowable limits. Highly compensated employees (a term defined by the IRS) may contribute 1% - 50% on a before-tax and after-tax basis, although after-tax contributions are limited to 15%.

If you decide to participate, we’ll match $.50 for  every $1 up to the first 6% of your eligible pay. More good news: You’re eligible to participate in the plan immediately upon hire and there is immediate vesting.

Non-Contributory Retirement Program

Regular savings are key to a worry-free retirement. We encourage you to save for your retirement by contributing to our SSIP and taking advantage of our matching contribution. If you choose not to participate, however, we’ll contribute 3% of your base earnings following the end of each calendar year.

Supplemental Programs

Adoption Assistance

Expanding your family through adoption? We’ll help by reimbursing you for adoption-related expenses, up to $4,000 per child.

Ameriprise Financial Education Seminars

Managing your money can sometimes be complicated. Our free, on-site seminars cover various financial topics to help you budget, save, and plan for the future.

Section 529 College Savings Program

A college education is essential to your children’s success. The cost, however, continues to skyrocket. Our 529 Plan will help you get ready by allowing you to contribute after-tax dollars toward the cost of your children’s college education.

ConSern Education Program

Confused about how to pay for higher education? Our full-service educational loan resource program includes an on-line scholarship locator tool, student loan programs, and other valuable information.

Special Partnerships

Credit Union Membership

Credit Unions are a great place for you to save money and get loans at reasonable rates. As a GDAIS employee, you’re eligible to join the Pentagon Federal Credit Union. Depending on your location, other local credit union memberships may also be available.

Dell Computer Purchase Program

From homework, to photos, to music and games, the right computer has become an essential home tool. As a GDAIS employee, you’ll be able to take advantage of discounts on the purchase of world-class Dell computers and peripherals. As an added bonus, you can use payroll deductions to pay for your purchases.

PHH Mortgage Home Buyer's Assistance

As a GDAIS employee, you’ll have free access to Home Buyer’s Assistance, an innovative home-financing resource designed by PHH Mortgage. Using this comprehensive website, you can learn more about purchasing or refinancing a home, get one-click access to a streamlined loan application, take advantage of easy-to-use calculators, and find discounts– as well as rebates– on loans.

GM Car Discount

Thinking about a new car? As a GDAIS employee, you’ll receive the "Supplier Discount" price on almost every new GM, Saab, or Saturn vehicle. This includes most passenger cars, SUVs, vans, and light-duty trucks.

Hyatt Legal Plan

If you choose to purchase group legal benefits, you can remove the worry of getting professional legal counsel off your to-do list. Hyatt Legal Plans help your peace of mind by offering convenient, affordable legal advice with an attorney– anywhere and anytime. Most eligible services are covered at 100%.

Travelers Auto and Homeowners Insurance Program

As a GDAIS employee, you’re eligible to participate in the Member Auto and Homeowners Insurance Program from Travelers. This means you may qualify for low, competitive rates on auto and homeowners insurance.

We also offer the following programs:

• Adoption Assistance
  • Maximum of $4,000 ($2,000 for part-time employees) per adoption

• Ameriprise Financial Education Seminars onsite

• CollegeBoundfund™
  • Access to Section 529 college savings program for anyone you choose can include you or even non-family members
  • Account must have a minimum of $50 per month and a maximum of $265,000

• Consern® Education Program
  • Access to online resource center, financing for all types of education and training and federal student loan programs and loan consolidation
  • No origination, guarantee, repayment or prepayment fees

• Verizon Discount - a 20% discount for most plans

Career Development & Lifelong Learning

At GDAIS, we designed our performance recognition program with you in mind. Tying your day-to-day contributions to company goals is easy when you know that there are consistent guidelines in place to measure your overall performance and success.

Unlike top-down performance management programs, our Performance Recognition Program puts you in the driver's seat. In conjunction with your manager, you are empowered to establish individual goals based on your career aspirations. Our Program allows you to work with your supervisor to document objectives and anticipated job tasks for the coming year, and then set target performance indicators and measures. While setting your objectives and job tasks, you and your supervisor will also review and document appropriate developmental activities to ensure continued growth in your current position, or to prepare you for future positions. The Program additionally provides the structure for feedback and assessment at the completion of a year.

Education Assistance

Are you interested in continuing your education? We provide reimbursement for tuition and course fees that are job-related and mutually beneficial for you and GDAIS. Management approval for this reimbursement is required in advance.

Training and Development

Your professional growth is important to us. In 2007, we invested more than 8 million dollars, including Education Assistance, in the training and development of our employees. We pledge to continue this commitment in the years to come.

You can find information about our on-site training sessions at GDAISUniversity. This online tool also lets you register and track your training initiatives to ensure that your performance goals are being met within the organization.

Educational Assistance

Knowledge is power. If you’re heading back to the classroom, we’ll reimburse you for up to two courses per term (as defined by the educational institution).

Certifications

Employees with technical and professional certifications contribute greatly to our credibility and success. That’s why GD works with you to receive reimbursement of industry standard certifications. Everything is budget dependent for GD. GDAIS works with you to get certifications such as:

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• American Society for Quality (ASQ)
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Technical Development

GDAIS believes in helping you keep up-to-date with technical innovations. In 2007, we offered more than 8 million dollars, including Tuition Reimbursement, in the training of cutting edge technologies such as Service Oriented Architecture (SOA), Java 2 Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), and recent industry practices in Systems Engineering. We are also affiliated with the following industry standard leaders:

• International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE)
• Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
• Software Engineering Institute (SEI)

Leadership Development

You may be a natural born leader, but it never hurts to get some help along the way. At GDAIS, we’re proud to offer leadership opportunities. We believe in developing our employees through programs, opportunities and experiences.

Management Curriculum

Because an organization’s efficiency is measured by the talent of its managers, GDAIS has developed a comprehensive management development curriculum. This curriculum, provided to all of our people managers, strengthens fundamental front-line skills, and results in better manager-employee relationships.

Informal Development

Not all employee development occurs through traditional classroom models. That’s why we’ll support you in informal development opportunities such as:

• Industry conferences
• Seminars
• Rotational assignments
• Trade shows
• On the job training
• Self-study
• On-the-job training
• Computer-based training
• Networking in your community
• Internal transfers

Performance Recognition Process

At GDAIS, we designed our performance recognition program with you in mind. Tying your day-to-day contributions to company goals is easy when you know that there are consistent guidelines in place to measure your overall performance and success.

Unlike top-down performance management programs, our Performance Recognition Program puts you in the driver's seat. In conjunction with your manager, you are empowered to establish individual goals based on your career aspirations. Our Program allows you to work with your supervisor to document objectives and anticipated job tasks for the coming year, and then set target performance indicators and measures. While setting your objectives and job tasks, you and your supervisor will also review and document appropriate developmental activities to ensure continued growth in your current position, or to prepare you for future positions. The Program additionally provides the structure for feedback and assessment at the completion of a year.

Recognition Program

Reward a job well done by giving credit where credit is due.

STAR/Excellence Awards: Both the STAR and Excellence awards are peer-to-peer recognition programs designed to identify and reward employees, and teams, for significant achievements or contributions. REAch Program: Our internal "Kudos" program is designed to allow peers and managers to award "on the spot" gifts to employees for outstanding performance.

Dynamic Development

GDAIS employees have access to a Dynamic Development site designed to enhance their professional growth and career development. This site provides a variety of resources essential to designing their future. Online training courses through our own University as well as other tools are available to assist employees in attaining their developmental goals.