Defense Technology Integrator Recognized by Employees as a Leading Engineering Workplace

Washington, D.C. (April 27, 2026) – Saalex Corporation, an Advanced Technology Systems Integrator for the aerospace, defense, and federal sectors, today announced that it has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2026 honor by Top Workplaces for Engineering. The list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage LLC. The confidential survey uniquely measures the employee experience and its component themes, including employees feeling Respected & Supported, Enabled to Grow, and Empowered to Execute, among others.

“Our engineers are solving some of the most complex challenges in defense and national security, and they deserve a workplace that matches the caliber of their work,” said Travis Mack, Chairman and CEO of Saalex Corporation. “Being recognized as a Top Workplace for Engineering tells us we are getting that right, and it helps us continue attracting the talent our customers and our mission depend on.”

“Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “That’s something to be proud of. In today’s market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That’s paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends.”

About Saalex Corporation

Established in 1999 under the visionary leadership of Travis Mack, Saalex Corporation has transformed into an Advanced Technology Systems Integrator. Saalex delivers cutting-edge artificial intelligence, automation, software modernization and development, information technology, and cybersecurity solutions to advance missions across the defense, space, and intelligence markets. With nearly 1,000 dedicated employee-owners, we specialize in strengthening battlefield capabilities across undersea warfare, surface warfare, air warfare, and the expansive reaches of the space program.

About Energage

Making the world a better place to work together.^™

Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 20 years of culture research and the results from 30 million employees surveyed across more than 80,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit energage.com or topworkplaces.com.

Cloud-Based Lab Enables Rapid Prototyping, DevSecOps Delivery, and AI Integration to Get Capabilities to the Warfighter Faster

Washington, D.C. (April 22, 2026) – Saalex Corporation, an Advanced Technology Systems Integrator for the aerospace, defense, and federal sectors, today announced the launch of the ASCENT (Advanced Systems, Cloud Engineering and Next Gen Technologies) Innovation Lab, a secure cloud-based environment designed to bridge innovation with operational delivery for defense and government customers.

The ASCENT Innovation Lab provides Saalex development teams with a governed, production-line environment for rapid prototyping, designing, testing, and scaling digital solutions from concept through operational delivery. Built on secure cloud architecture with DevSecOps pipelines, the lab integrates machine learning and AI capabilities while maintaining cybersecurity compliance guardrails that mirror government requirements.

“The ASCENT Innovation Lab represents the kind of bold investment that sets Saalex apart,” said Travis Mack, Chairman and CEO of Saalex Corporation. “While larger contractors are still planning their digital transformation, we are already building, testing, and delivering AI-driven solutions in a secure cloud environment. Our customers need capabilities faster, and this lab gives our team the tools and infrastructure to move at the speed the mission demands.”

A core focus of the lab is automation and software modernization, taking costly legacy systems, analyzing them with advanced tooling, and reconstructing them as microservices that can be independently deployed and updated without risk to the broader system. This approach allows Saalex to dramatically accelerate the delivery of finished capabilities to the warfighter.

“The traditional measure in software development has always been velocity and story points, but what really matters is how quickly finished capabilities reach the warfighter,” said Kimberly Toy, Director, Program Operations at Saalex Corporation. “Where some teams deliver as few as two releases a year, our approach through the ASCENT Lab enables three or more releases per day. By adopting cloud infrastructure and breaking apart monolithic applications into purpose-built microservices, we are getting the latest requirements through our pipelines within hours, not months.”

The ASCENT Innovation Lab heavily leverages FedRAMP-compliant AI-native integrated development environment that accelerates software creation, cutting traditional development cycles from months or years down to days or weeks. It also supports the creation of Digital Workforce Agents, Unattended Robotic Process Automation (RPA), and the modernization of legacy monolithic applications into efficient microservices architectures. The lab seamlessly integrates with Saalex’s recently launched Saalex AI Management System (SAIMS), providing access to advanced AI capabilities across environments.

The lab is accessible from any location through cloud-based authentication and is currently being used to develop prototypes, including digital workforce agents, that can be demonstrated to customers.

About Saalex Corporation:

Established in 1999 under the visionary leadership of Travis Mack, Saalex Corporation has transformed into an Advanced Technology Systems Integrator. Saalex delivers cutting-edge artificial intelligence, automation, software modernization and development, information technology, and cybersecurity solutions to advance missions across the defense, space, and intelligence markets. With nearly 1,000 dedicated employee-owners, we specialize in strengthening battlefield capabilities across undersea warfare, surface warfare, air warfare, and the expansive reaches of the space program.

Saalex Corporation is proud to announce that CEO and Chairman Travis Mack has been named a 2026 Diversity in Business Honoree by the Washington Business Journal.
The Diversity in Business Awards recognize leaders who champion diversity, equity, and inclusion while driving meaningful impact across the Greater Washington business community. Honorees are selected for their leadership, influence, and commitment to fostering inclusive workplaces that strengthen both organizations and the broader regional economy.
Throughout Saalex’s evolution, Mack has built more than a high-performing technology company—he has cultivated a culture where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are embraced, and employees are empowered to lead. This commitment continues to shape Saalex’s growth and reinforces its position as a forward-leaning provider of advanced technology solutions supporting national priorities.
This recognition is particularly significant given the competitiveness of the Greater Washington region, one of the nation’s leading hubs for government and defense technology. It underscores Saalex’s continued growth and impact, recently highlighted by its ranking among the largest government technology contractors in the region.
About Saalex Corporation:
Established in 1999 under the visionary leadership of Travis Mack, Saalex Corporation has transformed into an Advanced Technology Systems Integrator. Saalex delivers cutting-edge artificial intelligence, automation, software modernization and development, information technology, and cybersecurity solutions to advance missions across the defense, space, and intelligence markets. With nearly 1,000 dedicated employee-owners, we specialize in strengthening battlefield capabilities across undersea warfare, surface warfare, air warfare, and the expansive reaches of the space program.

Employee-Owned Defense Technology Integrator Recognized for Exceptional Workplace Culture 

Washington, D.C. (April XX, 2026) – Saalex Corporation, an Advanced Technology Systems Integrator for the aerospace, defense, and federal sectors, today announced that it has earned the prestigious 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces award. 

The award honors organizations with 150 or more employees that have created exceptional, people-first cultures. This year, more than 42,000 organizations were invited to participate. The winners are recognized for their commitment to fostering a workplace environment that values employee listening and engagement. USA TODAY showcased the winners online and at the National Awards Summit in Las Vegas. 

The winners are determined by authentic employee feedback captured through a confidential survey conducted by Energage, the HR research and technology company behind the Top Workplaces program since 2006. The results are calculated based on employee responses to statements about Workplace Experience Themes, which are proven indicators of high performance. 

“This recognition belongs to our nearly 1,000 employee-owners who make Saalex what it is every day,” said Travis Mack, Chairman and CEO of Saalex Corporation. “When your people have a real stake in the mission and the company, it changes everything about how they show up. We have built something special here, and this award validates what our team already knows.” 

“Earning a USA TODAY Top Workplaces award is a testament to an organization’s credibility and commitment to a people-first culture,” said Eric Rubino, CEO of Energage. “This award, driven by real employee feedback, is more than just a recognition. It’s proof that your employees believe in the organization and its leadership. Job seekers and customers look for this trusted badge of credibility and excellence. It signals a company that values its people, and that kind of culture resonates in today’s competitive market.” 

About Saalex Corporation 

Established in 1999 under the visionary leadership of Travis Mack, Saalex Corporation has transformed into an Advanced Technology Systems Integrator. Saalex delivers cutting-edge artificial intelligence, automation, software modernization and development, information technology, and cybersecurity solutions to advance missions across the defense, space, and intelligence markets. With nearly 1,000 dedicated employee-owners, we specialize in strengthening battlefield capabilities across undersea warfare, surface warfare, air warfare, and the expansive reaches of the space program. 

About Energage 

Making the world a better place to work together.^™ 

Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 20 years of culture research and the results from 30 million employees surveyed across more than 80,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit energage.com or topworkplaces.com.