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Hughes Network Systems

Part of EchoStar

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Hughes Network Systems reviews

2.8

39% would recommend to a friend

(655 total reviews)
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Hamid Akhavan

26% approve of CEO

24% positive business outlook

Hughes Network Systems has an employee rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars, based on 655 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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655 reviews
3.0
Apr 24, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good team and good wlb

Cons

Strict in-person policy, benefit is not good

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Hughes Network Systems Response
1mo
It is great to hear you enjoyed our supportive team culture and work-life balance. We appreciate your feedback regarding our in-office policy and benefits, as we are always looking for ways to better support our workforce. Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
2.0
Apr 21, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

My immediate team was great

Cons

Overall management from company and parent company is horrible. Very strict no remote policy. Poor benefits and very few holidays/PTO. Everyone had to switch their mobile providers to Boost

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Hughes Network Systems Response
1mo
It is great to hear that you had such a positive experience with your immediate team. We truly believe that the people you work with every day make the biggest difference, and we are glad you found a supportive community within your group. We acknowledge your concerns regarding our current in-office presence and corporate policies. While we believe being together in person fosters the best collaboration, we understand the challenges this can present. We also take your feedback on benefits and internal requirements seriously, as we are always looking for ways to better align our workplace culture with the needs of our employees. Thank you for your honest perspective as we continue to evolve.
1.0
Apr 9, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Nothing good to say about this company since echostar merger

Cons

Upper management does not care about employees. Many layoffs and forced retirement

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Hughes Network Systems Response
1mo
It is disheartening to hear that your experience following the merger did not meet your expectations. We genuinely value the dedication of our team members and aim to maintain a supportive environment through every phase of our business evolution. While transitions can bring about significant changes, please be assured that we are committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel valued. We would welcome the opportunity to hear more about your specific concerns and encourage you to reach out to us at peopleoperations@dish.com to further discuss your situation.
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