Raytheon is a great place to work once you have passed the zenith of your career - Senior Software Engineer RTX Employee Review

2.0
Aug 10, 2008
Recommend
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Pros

Relative stability of the workforce as a consewqunece of world unrest.

Cons

Unoriginal work, highly political environment, uncompetitive compensation, management structure rooted in WWII and Cols War cultures. From my own personal experience and observation, compensation is poor and the company has no real interest in solving the problems. While employees were showing gaps of as much as 25% against industry averages, employees were receiving 2-3% increases. In general, Raytheon remains rooted to the past and to a culture that was successful in the 1960s. What is worse is they have kept the least employee friendly policies while eliminating the most friendly.

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5.0
Jan 6, 2026
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Pros

Good pay overseas assignment opportunities recognizable organization straight forward application process if you were good at your job in the Army great benefits

Cons

work culture is EXTREMELY contract dependent ( hit or miss) can hit a brick wall as far as career progression (on low-turnover overseas contracts)

5.0
Jan 29, 2016
Recommend
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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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