greed rules - Software Engineer RTX Employee Review

1.0
27 Aug 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Ten years ago I would have had something put here.

Cons

This company used to strive to be the "Employer of Choice". Now they strive to be average, because average is cheaper. Because Raytheon has acquired businesses, there are many different retirement plans. Mine had a pension accrual rate increase between the ages of 53 and 56. They laid me off at age 53. I was told that I was being laid off because of work slow down. I looked at the spreadsheet my organization uses to track workload. There was more work than there was people to do it. This is backed up by the fact that my former organization opened new job listings, with exactly the same skill requirements has the position I had before my severance period ended. (And no, they did not seek to recall me.) Every employee has to take a class annually that reminds us to be ethical. Do you think the above reflects an ethical company?

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5.0
29 Jan 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

I worked at Raytheon for over 4 years and had a great experience. The company provided many learning and growth opportunities. I was promoted twice during my tenure with the company, and my responsibility increased significantly. I felt like my management supported me and provided me with the career mentorship that I was seeking. I felt empowered and respected during my time there.

Cons

It can be difficult to work at such a large defense contractor company because of all the process and red tape. Things can move slowly, you have to be patient and pick your battles. That being said, if you learn how to work within the system, you can make a significant impact here!

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