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      Hughes Network Systems

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      Hughes Network Systems reviews

      2.8

      39% would recommend to a friend

      (656 total reviews)
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      Hamid Akhavan

      26% approve of CEO

      24% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      3.7

      Diversity & inclusion

      3.3

      Work/Life balance

      3.0

      Culture & values

      2.6

      Career opportunities

      2.5

      Senior management

      2.5

      Compensation and benefits

      Hughes Network Systems has an employee rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars, based on 656 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Hughes Network Systems employee rating is 22% below average for employers within the Telecommunications industry (3.6 stars).

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      Reviews by job title

      656 reviews
      1.0
      Dec 6, 2025

      na

      Software engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Some good bosses working there

      Cons

      Bad HR is not helpful

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      Hughes Network Systems Response
      6mo
      We appreciate you letting us know about your experience, especially your recognition of the positive impact that good bosses can have on the working environment. We take pride in the strength of our management teams. We also take your feedback about the Human Resources support very seriously. Our People Operations team is dedicated to providing supportive, helpful, and effective service to all employees, and it is concerning to hear that your experience did not meet this standard. We are committed to ensuring our HR resources are accessible and responsive. We value your insight and would welcome the opportunity to learn more about the specific situation you encountered so we can take appropriate action and ensure a better experience moving forward. Please feel free to reach out to us directly at peopleoperations@dish.com to share more details.
      3.0
      Dec 4, 2025

      Good teams

      Data engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Project you can pick and work on your own

      Cons

      Too strict on timing. Monitoring In and out time

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      Hughes Network Systems Response
      6mo
      We are delighted to learn that you value the autonomy to choose your own projects and enjoy the collaborative spirit of your team. Fostering a supportive environment where employees can take ownership of their work is a priority for us. We also hear your concerns regarding time monitoring and attendance tracking. While punctuality is important to our operations, we understand that strict oversight can feel burdensome, and we appreciate your perspective as we continue to evolve our workplace policies.
      3.0
      Dec 1, 2025

      Unstable place to be

      Cyber security engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Good people, middle range salary

      Cons

      poor management, potential chapter 11 next year

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      Hughes Network Systems Response
      6mo
      We appreciate your candid feedback and are glad to hear you experienced working with good people and received a middle range salary. However, we take your concerns about the long-term stability and the speculation regarding the future of the organization very seriously. We are committed to executing a sound business strategy to ensure the strength and viability of the company moving forward. We also acknowledge your feedback regarding leadership effectiveness. We strive to provide strong, consistent management across all levels.
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