Does EchoStar pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, EchoStar employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at EchoStar. This rating has decreased by 5% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at EchoStar?

41% of EchoStar employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated EchoStar 2.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.8 for culture and values and 3.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at EchoStar?

Software Engineer (26) , Senior Software Engineer (21) , Engineer (17) , Engineer II (9) , Program Manager (8) , Senior Engineer (8) , Customer Service Representative (7) , Engineer I (7) , Manager (7) , Engineering Intern (6) , Software Engineer I (6) , Business Analyst (5) , Project Manager (5) , Senior Manager (5) , Software Test Engineer (5)

What are the pros of working at EchoStar according to real employee reviews?

"I've worked with a lot of really good people at this company and there are a lot of very smart and skilled individuals." ((in 52 reviews)); "If you are looking for a 9 to 5 job and want a good work/life balance." ((in 23 reviews)); "Team is great and a bunch of hard" ((in 18 reviews)); "Good work environment over all" ((in 14 reviews)); "Coworkers were friendly and I got to go to different locations." ((in 12 reviews))

What are the cons of working at EchoStar according to real employee reviews?

"Poor benefits and vacation (2 weeks)" ((in 72 reviews)); "Charlie in his Micro Management mentality does not trust any of his employess to make the right decisions." ((in 48 reviews)); "Pay is low and Health Care is not much to be desired." ((in 25 reviews)); "If you don't start at a good salary you are screwed for many years to come." ((in 21 reviews)); "Listen to those who have experienced this toxic culture and RUNNNNNN!" ((in 12 reviews))

What are employees saying about EchoStar layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about EchoStar layoffs and their outlook for job security at EchoStar in 2026.

What are the top reviewed EchoStar locations?

Englewood , Denver , Cheyenne , Germantown , Atlanta , Littleton , Gilbert , American Fork , Superior , El Paso , Gaithersburg , Centennial , Roseland , Dallas , Bluefield , Los Angeles , Christiansburg , Chandler , Tulsa , Aurora , Spartanburg , Meridian , Newark , Pine Brook , Lehi , Litchfield , Monee , Mount Jackson , Quicksburg , Virginia Beach

EchoStar reviews

3.0

41% would recommend to a friend

(568 total reviews)

Charlie Ergen

28% approve of CEO

40% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.5

Diversity & inclusion

3.1

Career opportunities

2.8

Culture & values

2.7

Senior management

2.7

Compensation and benefits

2.6

Work/Life balance

EchoStar has an employee rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars, based on 568 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The EchoStar employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Telecommunications industry (3.6 stars).

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Reviews by job title

568 reviews

5.0

Aug 1, 2025

Opportunity Is the #1 Benefit

Senior business operations manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Ability to work with success-driven teams that value adventure and a winning mindest.

Cons

Could have more flexibility with remote hiring across the country.

EchoStar Response

11mo

We're so glad you're feeling the passion for adventure and a winning mindset that our teams embody. We understand your feedback regarding remote hiring flexibility and appreciate you bringing it to our attention. We're always working to improve our processes and create a more inclusive work environment. We're also thrilled that you recognize opportunity as our #1 benefit - we believe in empowering our team members to grow and succeed, and we're so glad you feel that. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts with us!

5.0

Aug 1, 2025

So much potential!

Market general manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Forward thinking technology company. Flexible leadership. Training available across multiple functional lines and business groups

Cons

some uncertainty with government negotiations

EchoStar Response

11mo

Thank you for your review. We are so glad to hear that you find our company to be a forward-thinking technology leader with flexible leadership. We work hard to create an environment where our employees can grow and thrive, and it's wonderful to know that our training opportunities are making a difference. We appreciate your honest feedback regarding government negotiations, and we assure you that we are committed to transparent and open communication as we navigate these important discussions.

5.0

Aug 1, 2025

Great Place to Work

Engineer ii

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

This is a great place to work, lots of opportunities to grow yourself, to learn, and open up new doors to future career opportunities.

Cons

Satellite Television is a declining industry. However, this is why we are working on building out a 5G network to diversify our business.

EchoStar Response

11mo

Thank you for sharing your positive experience! We are delighted to hear that you feel there are great opportunities for growth and career development here. We appreciate your insights on our strategic initiatives and are excited for what the future holds.

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