Does Axcelis Technologies pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Axcelis Technologies employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Axcelis Technologies. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Axcelis Technologies?

63% of Axcelis Technologies employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Axcelis Technologies 4.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Axcelis Technologies?

Field Service Engineer (6) , Final Test Engineer (5) , Engineer (4) , FSE (4) , Buyer (3) , Manager (3) , Material Handler (3) , Mechanical Assembler (3) , Mechanical Engineer (3) , SQA Engineer (3) , Software Engineer (3) , Technician (3) , Test Technician (3) , (2) , Assembly Technician (2)

What are the pros of working at Axcelis Technologies according to real employee reviews?

"Still some great people within the organization" ((in 12 reviews)); "Decent pay, they have a cafeteria" ((in 11 reviews)); "Good benefits" ((in 11 reviews)); "Great coworkers made the job easy and enjoyable." ((in 8 reviews)); "Good Work/Life Balance" ((in 5 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Axcelis Technologies according to real employee reviews?

"Management was always worried too many cases could cause a factory shutdown, making the work environment during this time hostile." ((in 12 reviews)); "Upper management was difficult to work with." ((in 7 reviews)); "Many layoffs have bred a workplace dominated by a clique" ((in 7 reviews)); "The basic salary is definitely below market average, only can depend on bonuses." ((in 5 reviews)); "Impossible to advance, unpaid overtime expected, inept leadership" ((in 3 reviews))

What are employees saying about Axcelis Technologies layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Axcelis Technologies layoffs and their outlook for job security at Axcelis Technologies in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Axcelis Technologies locations?

Beverly , Boston , San Jose , Danvers , East Fishkill , Chandler , Phoenix , Austin , Richardson , Burlington , South Burlington , Haverhill , Tewksbury , Asia

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Hope we survive 2009 - Senior Mechanical Engineer Axcelis Technologies Employee Review

4.0

Feb 9, 2009

Senior mechanical engineer

Recommend

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Pros

I believe Axcelis has above-average compensation package and the benefits package that is top tier within industry. Dynamic environment and the nature of business will ensure variety in projects. High personel turnaround means more frequent opportunities for advancement, provided you survive the RIFs.

Cons

Frequient layoffs - about 2 to 3 per year. Last one was severe , 20% of co. - 2008 Christmass gift. This makes for very uncomfortable work environment.

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5.0

May 18, 2026

Manufacturing engineer iii

Recommend

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Pros

Good leadership and management team.

Cons

Can be hectic at times.

2.0

Jul 8, 2026

Electro-mechanical assembler iii

Recommend

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Pros

Can be very accommodating for time off if and when needed. Decent benefits as well.

Cons

Multiple stacks of management. Huge politics involved throughout higher management, especially in Manufacturing. No real track of progression or a place to grow within the company. Management does not reward hard work and beats around the bush once comes time to Salary Planning.

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