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Hughes Network Systems

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Go in with eyes wide open - Senior Commodity Specialist Hughes Network Systems Employee Review

3.0
Feb 21, 2018
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Salaries are competitive, and the company offers some other nice financial benefits such as a discount on company stock. The company is stable and profitable and there is certainly something to be said for that. So it's safe to say your job will be secure and you will get a merit increase every year as long as your performance is good. I've heard that most people who work in the Germantown main campus are happy.

Cons

The 401K match and vesting schedule is not competitive. Full-time employees don't get enough PTO. The stress level in the Gaithersburg manufacturing facility is very high and blame-shifting amongst various departments is rampant. Leadership is stuck in the past and believes in working harder, not smarter. They perpetuate the idea that Millennials have poor work ethic. Most employees have old tower computers instead of laptops which is intentional so that no one has the flexibility to work from home. The company does not offer paid parental leave.

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5.0
Mar 23, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good place to learn and start

Cons

No cons as such, its a good place

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Hughes Network Systems Response
2mo
It is wonderful to hear that you find our company to be a great place to work and an ideal environment for those starting their professional journey. We take great pride in being a launchpad for talent, and knowing that you have had such a positive experience without any significant drawbacks is truly rewarding. Thank you for being a part of our team and for sharing such an enthusiastic recommendation with others.
1.0
Jun 12, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

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.

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