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Collins Aerospace

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Collins Aerospace reviews

3.7

70% would recommend to a friend

(4,777 total reviews)

Troy Brunk

65% approve of CEO

54% positive business outlook

Collins Aerospace has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 4,777 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Collins Aerospace employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Luft- & Raumfahrt, Verteidigung industry (3.6 stars).

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5K reviews
2.0
Nov 21, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Bonus, transport and alot of OT(You can claim for taxi) That it.

Cons

Work Environment & Team Dynamics The department often feels chaotic, with frequent emotional outbursts, shifting priorities, and inconsistent communication. Some team members struggle with managing stress or handling mistakes constructively, which can create tension and derail productivity. Accountability is uneven, and tasks or issues sometimes get passed around without clear ownership. Leadership styles vary widely, and in certain cases, guidance, direction, and information flow can be unclear or unreliable. Management & Culture Planning and decision-making can be slow, with occasional signs of favoritism that affect fairness and morale. Communication gaps and internal politics contribute to a culture where misunderstandings and frustration are common. Over time, this has reduced workplace flexibility and created a more rigid, high-pressure environment. Many experienced employees have become less engaged due to these ongoing issues. Career Growth & Policies Career progression is slow, often taking several years. Due to the nature of the aerospace industry, policies are extremely strict, and employees are subject to detailed audits with long-term documentation requirements. The role demands extensive memorization and proficiency with industry-specific standards. However, these niche skills don’t always carry weight outside the aerospace sector, limiting their broader career value. Compensation & Benefits Base pay increases don’t always keep pace with living costs. While the annual bonus can be worthwhile, it comes only after navigating a year of heavy workloads, tight compliance rules, and significant stress. There is no guarantee of reward despite the demanding environment.

3.0
Nov 14, 2025

Review

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

- Good Flexibility - Interesting work

Cons

- Below industry pay - Return To Office

1.0
Nov 11, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Interesting and innovative product that has a global demand and impact. Work life balance is good. Market for their product is

Cons

The RTX/Collins Salt Lake City office is a fossilizing business. It's comprised mostly of aloof industry veterans waiting for voluntary layoffs so they can retire with a tenured payout. The greater company has expressed that it is not interested in expanding the technology this office manages. The business unit itself does not generate a large amount of cash. Digitization and telework has pushed workflow to other sites and associates rely on internal "gig work" to stay busy. Business unit is nebulous and without direction. Decisions are poorly made and transparency is minimal. Finger pointing is the cultural norm when problems arise. Tenured employees are frustrated by change. Other office locations within the division seem more organized and direction.

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