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General Dynamics Mission Systems

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Sharp engineers, but failing to invest in the future - Software Engineer General Dynamics Mission Systems Employee Review

2.0
6 May 2013
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

There are pockets of really great people. Leadership who "get it", don't micromanage, and want to make the best product for critical customers. Innovative work can come out of this company, if some of the overhead was collapsed and knowledgeable engineers were empowered.

Cons

Leadership on some programs are ineffective. They solve problems by throwing more warm bodies at them, or by mandating unpaid overtime for non-contract employees. Process can be burdensome. Outlook is dim, given that the company has gone through staff reductions twice yearly, and has cut back on development funding.

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CEO approval
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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
26 Jun 2026
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CEO approval
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Pros

Good work life balance Projects matter for our war fighters Most co-workers are competent and dedicated More work than people, and moving to other engineering jobs is possible

Cons

Some numbskulls seem to get into senior positions. A "Consolidation" of buildings is underfunded, poorly planned, and drives chaos. The push to squeeze every nickel of efficiency means that there isn't always money for equipment or team building events (below the VP level).

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