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Hughes Network Systems

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Hughes Network Systems reviews

2.7

35% would recommend to a friend

(659 total reviews)
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Hamid Akhavan

29% approve of CEO

22% positive business outlook

Hughes Network Systems has an employee rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars, based on 659 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Hughes Network Systems employee rating is 24% below average for employers within the Telecommunications industry (3.6 stars).

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659 reviews
4.0
Feb 24, 2026

Loyal coworkers

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good environment. Kind coworkers. Free coffee and tea. Good cafeteria on site.

Cons

Micromanagement and intense pressure from higher-ups.

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Hughes Network Systems Response
4mo
It is heartening to know that you found a supportive community among your colleagues and enjoyed the onsite amenities we strive to provide. Building a workplace where kind and loyal coworkers can connect over a meal or a coffee is central to the culture we aim to foster. We also hear your concerns regarding the pressure and oversight you experienced from leadership. Balancing high performance with individual autonomy is a journey of continuous growth for any organization, and your insights are helpful as we work toward a more empowered environment for every team member. We appreciate the time you took to share both the highlights and the challenges of your tenure.
1.0
Feb 20, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

There were none. Networking was poor, benefits were a scam, pay was semi-decent but offset by high benefits premiums, company culture is toxic.

Cons

Toxic work environment, awful benefits, toxic company culture, high employee turnover, mandated office attendance with heavily tracked badge ins and minutes, required overtime

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Hughes Network Systems Response
4mo
We appreciate you taking the time to provide such a candid account of your experience with the company. It is concerning to read about your frustrations regarding our benefits structure and the workplace culture you encountered during your tenure. Our goal is to foster an environment where employees feel trusted and valued, and your comments regarding management styles and operational transparency provide us with serious points for reflection. We are committed to evolving our internal practices to better support our teams and retain the talented individuals who drive our innovation.
4.0
Feb 13, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good pay for senior positions, stock price is up, discounts on Dish and Boost offerings

Cons

Employment base is shrinking:positions vacated by retirement or attrition are not being filled after months or years, benefits are average (high deductibles), engineers are often micro-managed, depending on project

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Hughes Network Systems Response
4mo
It is great to hear that you have benefited from the competitive pay for senior roles and that our stock performance has been a positive factor in your experience. We are also pleased that you’ve been able to take advantage of the employee discounts on Dish and Boost offerings, as we want our team to enjoy the products they help support every day. We acknowledge your concerns regarding the shifts in our workforce and the impact that unassigned roles can have on remaining team members. Maintaining a balanced workload and ensuring our engineers have the autonomy they need to succeed are priorities for us, and we are constantly looking at how we can better support our project teams. Regarding our benefits package, we aim to offer a variety of options to meet the diverse needs of our employees and appreciate your feedback on how we can improve our healthcare value
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