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Hughes Network Systems

Part of EchoStar

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Hughes Network Systems reviews

2.7

35% would recommend to a friend

(92 total reviews)
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Hamid Akhavan

29% approve of CEO

22% positive business outlook

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1.0
Jul 9, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great coworker’s relationships. Being employed

Cons

After working at Hughes for nearly 10 years, I have witnessed firsthand the transformation of what was once a great place to work into an organization where employee morale and satisfaction have steadily declined following the merger with the parent company, EchoStar. Over the years, employee benefits have been reduced, and opportunities for career advancement increasingly appear to depend more on personal connections than on talent, performance, or hard work. Seeing individuals with limited experience or knowledge promoted into leadership positions while highly capable employees who consistently deliver results are overlooked is both discouraging and demoralizing. The implementation of strict badge-in and badge-out policies for salaried employees has further impacted morale. Requiring employees to account for every minute spent outside the building creates an environment of mistrust rather than professionalism. Employees should not have to choose between stepping outside for a few minutes of fresh air and staying late to make up that time—especially when doing so could mean being late to pick up their children or meet other personal responsibilities. In recent months, I have watched many talented colleagues leave the company, while many of those who remain are actively seeking opportunities elsewhere. Unfortunately, with the recent leadership changes, I believe these issues are likely to continue or get worse. Hughes has become a workplace where many employees feel they are simply enduring the environment until they can find a better opportunity.

3.0
Jun 8, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

team members are loyal to each other

Cons

Culture is not swift enough to adapt. Upper management needs to change. Bare minimum benefits

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Hughes Network Systems Response
1mo
It is wonderful to hear that you experienced a strong sense of loyalty and support among your teammates during your time with us. A collaborative team dynamic is something we value deeply. However, we also appreciate your candor regarding where we fall short, particularly concerning our benefit offerings and the speed of our organizational culture. We are committed to fostering a dynamic environment that evolves continuously to meet the needs of our workforce, and your feedback helps us understand where we need to focus our growth efforts.
3.0
May 5, 2026

Nice coworkers, but management and culture need improvement

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Good work life balance. Coworkers were nice.

Cons

Bad management and company culture

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Hughes Network Systems Response
2mo
We are pleased to hear that you experienced a good work-life balance and enjoyed the company of your colleagues during your time with us. Having a supportive team of coworkers makes a significant difference in the daily work experience. Conversely, it is concerning to read your feedback regarding the management and overall culture. We are committed to fostering an environment where leadership is supportive and the workplace culture is inclusive for everyone. Your insights are incredibly helpful as we identify areas where we can improve our internal dynamics. If you would like to provide more detail regarding your experience with management, please reach out to us at peopleoperations@dish.com.
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