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Concurrent Technologies

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Strong growth overshadowed by culture and progression issues - Anonymous employee Concurrent Technologies Employee Review

1.0
Feb 10, 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Many employees in non-management roles are highly capable and take pride in the quality of their work.

Cons

The company culture is heavily influenced by the Head of HR, with HR involvement often feeling punitive rather than supportive. This can create an environment where employees feel pressured to leave rather than supported to improve or develop. Progression and promotion opportunities appear limited and are not always based on performance or merit. Advancement often seems to favour a small group of individuals. While the company is growing rapidly, the additional workload generated by this growth is frequently absorbed by existing staff, rather than being supported through increased resourcing. Constructive or negative feedback is not consistently welcomed and, in some cases, employees feel it may be used against them rather than to drive improvement. The employee engagement survey is presented as anonymous; however, in smaller teams the demographic breakdown (age, gender, department) makes it easy to identify individuals, which discourages honest feedback. Although progression is verbally encouraged, it can be difficult to achieve in practice due to limited opportunities and unclear pathways. There is a continued focus on hiring senior or upper-management roles, while the greatest need for additional support appears to be within operational and functional teams.

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5.0
Apr 2, 2026
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Pros

Positive, friendly culture. Regular communication with employees. Team oriented. Great place to work.

Cons

No dental or vision insurance.

1.0
Mar 31, 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The casual environment and some people are easy to work with.

Cons

Initially, the company presents itself as a place of growth and innovation, but the reality does not fully align with that impression. Leadership lacks cohesion and clear direction, which creates confusion across teams and makes it difficult to execute effectively. The program management approach, in particular, tends to be overly controlling, with one individual attempting to dictate day-to-day decisions rather than empowering teams to operate collaboratively and strategically. There is also a noticeable lack of accountability, especially within the engineering group. Priorities are frequently shifted or rescheduled without clear rationale, resulting in constant rework and inefficiencies. This absence of consistency, combined with limited communication and a lack of standard work processes, makes it challenging for employees to stay aligned and productive. Communication and transparency remain ongoing concerns. Important information is not consistently shared, and when it is, it can be unclear or incomplete. This creates an environment of uncertainty where employees are often left to navigate shifting expectations without proper guidance. Professionalism is another area that needs significant improvement. Interactions and decision-making at times lack the level of structure, respect, and accountability expected in a professional environment, which further contributes to inefficiencies and low morale. From a team dynamics perspective, there is a divide in experience and mindset. Some individuals are resistant to change and remain set in outdated ways of working, while others are early in their careers and still developing foundational skills. While there are those who are open to learning, there are also instances where inexperience is masked by overconfidence, leading to decision-making that does not always reflect practical knowledge or collaboration. Given the fast-paced and highly demanding nature of the aerospace industry, the company’s current approach raises concerns about long-term sustainability. Without meaningful changes to leadership, communication, accountability, and overall professionalism, it will be difficult for the organization to remain competitive and effectively adapt to industry demands.

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