SAIC Program Manager Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 9 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at SAIC.
SAIC
Program Manager
Director Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral
After talking with the recruiter, I had one phone interview with the Program Director. I got an offer within 3 days and accepted it. The whole process was super simple.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you describe your strategy for managing direct reports?
SAIC
Program Manager
Mid Average Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview was conducted over the phone with a recruiter, followed by a phone call with the hiring manager. The hiring manager was reportedly very busy, so an in-person meeting, which would have been convenient given the company's proximity, was not possible. This felt like a bad sign. It seemed the hiring manager was focused on checking off a list of requirements rather than considering a candidate's broader potential. The conversations themselves were pleasant. The recruiter's follow-up was lacking; there was no notification, either written or verbal, that the position had been filled or withdrawn. Communication ceased, and the job posting simply disappeared from the list of openings.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you tell me about yourself?
- Could you share some details about your background?
SAIC
Program Manager
Senior Average Positive experience Accept offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
Phone screen checked basic qualifications. Then had a few one-on-one interviews in the morning. Talked with HR, a Business Development Manager, a VP, and an SVP. The interviews focused on my skills, experience, and qualifications. Received an offer about a week to 10 days later.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Tell me about a time you had to promote or grow a business.
SAIC Program Manager Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from SAIC interview reports.
“Do you know about the SAIC six phased process?”
Read reports →“What is my motivation for joining SAIC?”
Read reports →“What contributions can I make to the company?”
Read reports →“What is your understanding of the program?”
Read reports →“Have you worked as a DPM before?”
Read report →“Can you describe your strategy for managing direct reports?”
Read report →“Can you go over your resume with me?”
Read report →“What do you expect from this role?”
Read report →“What can you tell me about the information on your resume?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 9 SAIC interview reports.