Science Applications International Management
Management criteria checks 3/4
Science Applications International's CEO is Jim Reagan, appointed in Oct 2025, has a tenure of less than a year. total yearly compensation is $2.95M, comprised of 9.7% salary and 90.3% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.11% of the company’s shares, worth $4.76M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 3.8 years and 5 years respectively.
Key information
Jim Reagan
Chief executive officer
US$3.0m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 9.69% |
| CEO tenure | less than a year |
| CEO ownership | 0.1% |
| Management average tenure | 3.8yrs |
| Board average tenure | 5yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
SAIC: Contract Mix Shift And New CEO Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have lowered their price targets on Science Applications International by $10 to $15. This reflects caution around exposure to federal IT spending shifts and specific contract risks, even as they acknowledge management's recent moves and the updated outlook.SAIC: Execution And Leadership Changes Will Support Further Upside Potential
Narrative Update on Science Applications International The analyst price target for Science Applications International has been nudged lower to an implied fair value of about $130 from $133, as analysts factor in slightly higher discount rates, modestly adjusted long term growth and profit assumptions, and recent price target resets across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Science Applications International points to a mix of caution on valuation and risks, alongside pockets of optimism around execution and leadership.SAIC: Sector Momentum And Margin Focus Will Support Further Upside Potential
Narrative Update on Science Applications International Analysts have reset their price targets on Science Applications International toward a consolidated $133. This reflects updated assumptions for a lower future P/E multiple, slightly softer revenue growth, and a higher discount rate, partly balanced by expectations for stronger profit margins and recent mixed target revisions from Jefferies, Truist, Stifel, and Citi.
SAIC: Sector Momentum Into 2026 Will Meet Execution And Guidance Uncertainty
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Science Applications International to $86.80 from $94.00 while also pointing to a higher Street price target of $133 that they state reflects ongoing momentum in the aerospace and defense group through the first half of 2026. Analyst Commentary The latest price target change to US$133 suggests some on the Street are comfortable assigning a higher value to Science Applications International, but that does not mean the broader analyst community is uniformly confident.SAIC: Sector Momentum Through 2026 Will Support Further Upside Potential
Narrative Update on Science Applications International Analysts have lifted their price target on Science Applications International to $133 from $122, citing updated estimates for the aerospace and defense group and expectations that current sector conditions could remain in place through the first half of 2026. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are highlighting the recent price target move to US$133 as a reflection of refreshed expectations around Science Applications International's position within the aerospace and defense group.SAIC: Raised Outlook And Defense Wins Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have lifted their price target on Science Applications International to US$133 from US$130, citing updated assumptions on fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E as they revisit the aerospace and defense group. Analyst Commentary Recent commentary from bullish analysts centers on the updated US$133 price target and what it implies for Science Applications International's execution and potential upside within the aerospace and defense group.SAIC: Sector Momentum Into 2026 Will Not Offset Overvaluation Risks
Analysts have increased their price targets on Science Applications International, with one firm moving from $122 to $133. They cite continued sector momentum into the first half of 2026 as support for this updated view.SAIC: Weaker Revenue Outlook Will Outweigh Contract Wins Going Forward
Analysts have reduced their price target for Science Applications International from US$104.00 to about US$93.70, citing updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E. What's in the News Science Applications International updated its share repurchase activity, buying 899,163 shares, about 1.95% of shares, for US$94.49 million between August 2, 2025 and October 31, 2025, and completing a total of 3,715,149 shares, about 7.83%, for US$407.16 million under the buyback announced on December 5, 2024 (Key Developments).SAIC: Share Repurchases And Major Defense Wins Will Drive Upside Potential
Analysts have reduced their price target on Science Applications International by 10.00 dollars to 130.00 dollars, citing expectations for slower revenue growth, modestly lower profit margins, and a higher required return, partially offset by a slightly higher future earnings multiple. What's in the News Announced completion of a major share repurchase program, buying back 3,715,149 shares, or 7.83% of outstanding stock, for $407.16 million, including 899,163 shares repurchased between August 2 and October 31, 2025 (Buyback Tranche Update).Science Applications International: Growing Margins And Robust Return On Equity Signal Strength
Dec 06
SAIC: Future Cash Flows Will Support Upside Despite Revenue Headwinds
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Science Applications International to approximately $113.38 from $116.00. This reflects mounting concerns over weakening revenue momentum, multi year growth headwinds in a tougher federal funding backdrop, and heightened risk of a prolonged slowdown despite some resilience in profitability.Science Applications International's (NASDAQ:SAIC) Dividend Will Be $0.37
Oct 08
Shift In Procurement Trends Will Benefit Mission-Critical Enterprise IT
Science Applications International’s fair value has been revised down to $116.00 as analysts factor in weaker revenue outlooks, ongoing policy and budget uncertainty in the federal sector, and increased risk of prolonged margin slowdown despite near-term profitability support from one-time items. Analyst Commentary Revenue outlook has weakened due to on-contract growth challenges and persistent market headwinds, leading to “meaningfully” cut sales forecasts and guidance reductions.Science Applications International (NASDAQ:SAIC) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.37
Sep 02Science Applications International (NASDAQ:SAIC) Might Have The Makings Of A Multi-Bagger
Jul 31Is Science Applications International (NASDAQ:SAIC) Using Too Much Debt?
Jul 15Science Applications International (NASDAQ:SAIC) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.37
Jun 30Fewer Investors Than Expected Jumping On Science Applications International Corporation (NASDAQ:SAIC)
May 06Science Applications International (NASDAQ:SAIC) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.37
Mar 31Science Applications International: Valuation Looks Cheap, Growth Looks Uncertain
Mar 18Science Applications International (NASDAQ:SAIC) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.37
Mar 17Time To Look At Science Applications International In A Positive Light Again
Feb 20Sentiment Still Eluding Science Applications International Corporation (NASDAQ:SAIC)
Jan 31Science Applications International (NASDAQ:SAIC) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.37
Jan 09Science Applications International (NASDAQ:SAIC) Will Pay A Dividend Of $0.37
Dec 10Science Applications International Corporation Just Recorded A 24% EPS Beat: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Next
Dec 08Science Applications International: A Great Opportunity To Get This Prospect While It's On Sale
Dec 06An Intrinsic Calculation For Science Applications International Corporation (NASDAQ:SAIC) Suggests It's 45% Undervalued
Nov 08What You Can Learn From Science Applications International Corporation's (NASDAQ:SAIC) P/E
Oct 24Here's Why Science Applications International (NASDAQ:SAIC) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly
Oct 09
Strategic STEM Focus And Smart Investments Propel Long-Term Revenue And Earnings Growth
Focused investment in STEM education and centralizing business development indicates a long-term strategy for sustained innovation and improved margin trajectory.Science Applications International (NASDAQ:SAIC) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.37
Sep 23Science Applications International Corporation Just Beat Earnings Expectations: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
Sep 08Science Applications International: Shares Still Cheap After Q2 Outperformance
Sep 06Science Applications International (NASDAQ:SAIC) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.37
Sep 03Science Applications International Corporation's (NASDAQ:SAIC) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 88% Above Its Share Price
Jul 17CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 30 2026 | US$3m | US$286k | US$358m |
| Oct 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$371m |
| Aug 01 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$399m |
| May 02 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$353m |
| Jan 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$362m |
| Nov 01 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$303m |
| Aug 02 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$290m |
| May 03 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$456m |
| Feb 02 2024 | US$369k | n/a | US$477m |
| Nov 03 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$512m |
| Aug 04 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$499m |
| May 05 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$325m |
| Feb 03 2023 | US$27k | n/a | US$300m |
Compensation vs Market: Jim's total compensation ($USD2.95M) is below average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD7.19M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Jim's compensation has increased by more than 20% whilst company earnings have fallen more than 20% in the past year.
CEO
Jim Reagan (66 yo)
less than a year
Tenure
US$2,953,483
Compensation
Mr. James C. Reagan, also known as Jim, is Director of Science Applications International Corporation from January 09, 2023 and serves as its Chief Executive Officer since February 17, 2026. He was Interim...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Director | less than a year | US$2.95m | 0.11% $ 4.8m | |
| Executive VP & CFO | 5.3yrs | US$3.23m | 0.18% $ 7.5m | |
| Executive VP | 3.8yrs | US$2.55m | 0.062% $ 2.6m | |
| Executive VP & Chief Human Resources Officer | less than a year | US$2.90m | no data | |
| Executive Vice President for Civilian Business Group | 2yrs | US$1.73m | 0.041% $ 1.7m | |
| Senior VP & Chief Technology Officer | less than a year | no data | no data | |
| Chief Information Officer | no data | no data | no data | |
| Senior VP & Deputy General Counsel | no data | no data | no data | |
| Senior Vice President of Government Affairs | 5.3yrs | no data | no data | |
| Senior Vice President of Internal Audit & Internal Controls | no data | US$1.04m | no data | |
| Executive VP & Chief of Business Operations | 7.3yrs | no data | no data | |
| Chief Climate Scientist | 4.8yrs | no data | no data |
3.8yrs
Average Tenure
56yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: SAIC's management team is considered experienced (3.8 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Director | 3.3yrs | US$2.95m | 0.11% $ 4.8m | |
| Independent Chair of the Board | 12.7yrs | US$507.00k | 0.078% $ 3.2m | |
| Independent Director | 11.3yrs | US$297.00k | 0.018% $ 767.1k | |
| Independent Director | 3.4yrs | US$307.00k | 0.013% $ 549.3k | |
| Member of Strategic Advisory Board | 4.8yrs | no data | no data | |
| Member of Strategic Advisory Board | 4.1yrs | no data | no data | |
| Independent Director | 6.8yrs | US$317.00k | 0.030% $ 1.2m | |
| Independent Director | 5.2yrs | US$307.00k | 0.020% $ 851.7k | |
| Independent Director | 12.7yrs | US$337.00k | 0.082% $ 3.4m | |
| Independent Director | 7.3yrs | US$312.00k | 0.020% $ 845.5k | |
| Independent Director | 4.8yrs | US$322.00k | 0.020% $ 821.3k | |
| Member of Strategic Advisory Board | 4.8yrs | no data | no data |
5.0yrs
Average Tenure
66yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: SAIC's board of directors are considered experienced (5 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/01 12:38 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/01/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2026/01/30 |
Data Sources
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Science Applications International Corporation is covered by 14 analysts. 9 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Joshua Sullivan | Benchmark Company |
| Colin Canfield | Cantor Fitzgerald & Co. |
| John Godyn | Citigroup Inc |