Could be much better. - Senior Analyst American Airlines Employee Review

3.0
Mar 28, 2009
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Travel benefits and work-life balance. Medical and other insurance benefits are outstanding, with very low premiums and everything offered from legal to life insurance and more. Employees are friendly and professional.

Cons

I agree with a previous reviewer that the MBA Program is hurting the company. It created a disparity in compensation and opportunities between the MBA 'class' and other employees who also have very valuable skills and talents. Pay is well below average for jobs outside of the airline industry, but everyone knows this up front and takes it in exchange for travel benefits.

Explore other reviews about American Airlines

5.0
Jul 13, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great career worth the process

Cons

Hiring process takes a bit be patient

2.0
Jul 13, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

There are some truly wonderful people at American. Many care deeply about aviation and have a calling for what they do. The diversity is outstanding. The industry is endlessly fascinating. You are always learning.

Cons

Sadly, the toxicity of my department after we were reorganized. It turned a job I loved into one I dreaded. And management looked the other way while a steady stream of talent exited through the revolving door. I would have done nearly anything for the company. Politics, pettiness and a "mean girls" culture destroyed morale, and the negative behavior was only rewarded. PTO allowance is cheap, making flight benefits great only on paper for your first 5 years of employment.

See reviews by: Helpful|Rating|Date|All