MITRE Principal Software Systems Engineer reviews

2.7

23% would recommend to a friend

(49 total reviews)
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Mark Peters

30% approve of CEO

14% positive business outlook

Principal Software Systems Engineer employees have rated MITRE with 2.7 out of 5 stars, based on 49 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Principal Software Systems Engineer professionals have an average working experience there. MITRE is rated 26% below average by Principal Software Systems Engineer professionals compared to other employers within the Government & Public Administration industry (3.6 stars).

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49 reviews
3.0
Jun 3, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

World class systems engineers and industry experts. People are honest and have a sincere desire to make the world a better place.

Cons

Like any organization, the best people are overworked and under appreciated.

3.0
Nov 30, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Benefits for retirement are excellent and the ability to reduce hours as you move toward retirement is a wonderful benefit.

Cons

Lacking leadership multiple levels because they hire for connections in government and military and they do not invest in leadership training for new hires early career. They focus on narrow technical skills for hiring.

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