General Atomics reviews

3.9

72% would recommend to a friend

(1,971 total reviews)
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78% approve of CEO

69% positive business outlook

General Atomics has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 1,971 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The General Atomics employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Aerospace & Defense industry (3.6 stars).

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2K reviews
5.0
Oct 18, 2025

Great place to be

Recommend
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Pros

A collaborative workplace that encourages knowledge sharing and continuous learning. Leadership is receptive to process improvement suggestions and actively encourages team members to share their ideas. For employees interested in advancing into management roles, the company offers programs focused on developing leadership skills.

Cons

Recruiting individuals with expertise in FAR and DFAR is inherently difficult in this industry, often leading to understaffing and added pressure on existing employees.

5.0
May 28, 2026

Great place to work!

Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great work life balance and company culture

Cons

Sometimes long delays and slow periods based on government contracting

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