Benefits

Benefits beyond a paycheck

We pay well. We provide great insurance. We support your professional development and pursuit of outside interests. We're flexible about schedules and vacation time. After seven years with us, we even give you a sabbatical! What's not to love?

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"The abundance of talent on the team is impressive. The genuine passion is contagious. And the collaborative mindset is refreshing."

—Dan Chen, electrical engineer

What we offer

Benefits

Overtime pay for salaried as well as hourly staff
Health insurance that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage with all staff premiums paid by PAE
Short- and long-term disability and life insurance with all staff premiums paid by PAE
Healthcare and dependent care FSA and HSA pre-tax accounts, voluntary critical illness, accident coverage, and pet insurance options
401(k) profit sharing plan with company contributions based on annual profits
Financial advisory services available to all PAE staff at no cost
Employee assistance program (EAP) includes access to counseling, legal resources, financial resources, and more

Stipends and reimbursements

Employer-paid commuter benefit for those commuting to our offices
Onsite fitness center access for Portland-based staff at the PAE Living Building and fitness membership reimbursement for staff at all other office locations
Reimbursement for job-related continued education as well as in-house training and staff development through PAE’s internal learning management system, Build University
Reimbursement of exam fees and prep materials for a variety of relevant professional certifications including PE registration and renewals, and LEED exam and renewals
Reimbursement of dues for recognized and relevant professional organizations
Cell phone stipend offered to those using their phone for work

Work-life balance

PAE’s Paid Wellness Leave program provides up to six weeks of fully paid leave for employees welcoming a child through birth, adoption, or foster placement, or for those navigating their own serious health condition or that of a family member
Hybrid work policy allows staff the flexibility to spend half of their time from home or wherever they feel most productive
Paid time-off (PTO) program providing the option to use up to 40 hours of paid time-off prior to accrual
Mentorship program for first-year staff providing new employees with an in-house resource for career advancement
20 hours of annual paid volunteer time during normal business hours to support charitable causes
Our Fun Committee regularly schedules social activities such as billiards nights and tickets to local museums
Sabbaticals available to those with seven or more years of tenure with the option to take at least six weeks and up to three months off