Can survive if you hang out close with the upper management. This is applicable to most of the departments here.
Cons
Politics decide a lot of things.
Working hours for the pay is not justified.
Hughes Network Systems Response
1w
It is valuable to receive your perspective on our workplace environment. Hearing that navigating professional connections can contribute to longevity is helpful to know, and we appreciate your acknowledgment of that dynamic. We also take your observations regarding business politics and how compensation aligns with work hours very seriously. While we strive to establish transparent structures and balanced rewards for our teams, your feedback highlights areas where we can focus on building stronger alignment and a more supportive culture. We remain dedicated to cultivating an environment rooted in trust and continuous improvement.
Good pay for senior positions, stock price is up, discounts on Dish and Boost offerings
Cons
Employment base is shrinking:positions vacated by retirement or attrition are not being filled after months or years, benefits are average (high deductibles), engineers are often micro-managed, depending on project
Hughes Network Systems Response
4mo
It is great to hear that you have benefited from the competitive pay for senior roles and that our stock performance has been a positive factor in your experience. We are also pleased that you’ve been able to take advantage of the employee discounts on Dish and Boost offerings, as we want our team to enjoy the products they help support every day.
We acknowledge your concerns regarding the shifts in our workforce and the impact that unassigned roles can have on remaining team members. Maintaining a balanced workload and ensuring our engineers have the autonomy they need to succeed are priorities for us, and we are constantly looking at how we can better support our project teams. Regarding our benefits package, we aim to offer a variety of options to meet the diverse needs of our employees and appreciate your feedback on how we can improve our healthcare value
Independance, work life balance, friendly employees
Cons
Strict timings, less growth diversification
Hughes Network Systems Response
5mo
It is great to know that you value the independence and work-life balance offered here, alongside the support of our friendly team members. We aim to create an environment where you feel trusted to do your best work. Regarding your feedback on strict timings and growth diversification, we hear you. We are continuously looking for ways to improve our operational policies and career pathways to better suit the needs of our workforce. We appreciate you sharing your thoughts.