Working at L-3 in Waco, TX: 12 Employee Job Reviews by Real Employee working in Waco, TX Area

"I have worked for this company on 2 occasions. Once for seven years and again for 13 years. It is a small part of a large company. I like the fact that it is small enough that you get chances to do different things unlike some of the other large companies. Though they say that their benefits are comparable to industry I feel they are a little over priced. The employee is responsible for 25% of the cost and that adds up with the companies limited choices for insurance. This is a good place to start off on a career to "test the waters" and see what you like. Then try other places to do what you like."

"I worked for L-3 for more that 13 years. Unlike some others in the industry, L-3 allows you to experience different tasks and to learn different abilities. One problem being is that sometimes they can throw the person to the wolves. If you do not have the right Lead/boss you can be left hanging having to learn things on your own."

"I've worked for L-3 since 1997. My latest promotion was granted in 2013, nine years since my last one... I have a great software manager who worked relentlessly for the past couple of years to get me my promotion. L-3 is a good company, but does not provide much growth for its employees."

"I've worked for L-3 approximately 5 years. L-3 is a very de-centralized company, therefore I understand an employee's experience can vary significantly depending on business unit. My specific experiences have been mostly positive, however I do miss the investments my previous employer made in training, and tools. L-3 does allow for more autonomy than most companies of its size, which can be a positive."

"I have worked for L-3 for a little over a year. So far it's on par with other defense contractors for whom I have worked. The smaller size leads to better communication and less bureaucracy; but, there is no peace between the branches (different branches will compete for the same sales)."

"Mangers need to be trained how to do their job! Mangers are looking for more mistakes than for praise for work well done. Maybe they don't know a good job"

"Does not give finicial incentives for obtaining college degrees."

What do you like about working at L-3?

"The vacation time is great. After 5 years, I get 4 weeks and another 12 holidays."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"For a software engineer position, you need to know basic programming concepts"

What don't you like about working at L-3?

"Good-O-Boy system in Waco, TX is prevalent which can be good or bad determined by where you stand."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Recognize the hard work someone put into gaining a degree."

"Was a very good place to work"

What do you like about working at L-3?

"almost everthing, great people to work with and alot differant opportunity"

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Be honest, tell the people what you think about the question they ask"

What don't you like about working at L-3?

"I can not say anything bad about the company at this time"

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Treat the employee like you want to treated and give good raise"

"Rewarding and challenging position."

What do you like about working at L-3?

"Satisfaction of supporting the team and our mission. Helping achieve the team's goal."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Follow the normal guidelines you would fo anywhere else. Be professional."

What don't you like about working at L-3?

"Some of the facilities on our site are remote which requires a lot of travel during the day."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"IPTs should be co-located by their facility. Spreading the teams out geographically is challenging."

"Over 20 years experience in aviation and this is the best place I have ever worked"

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"be yourself honest and enthusiastic"

What suggestions do you have for management?

"listen to your subordinates we are here to succeed"

"A great place to start a career, not maintaine one."

What do you like about working at L-3?

"The insane amount of responsibility heaped on young engineers because of the lack of experienced engineers. This allows you to develop an inordinate amount of skills and experience at an accelerated pace."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Get everything in WRITING!"

What don't you like about working at L-3?

"Weak management structure that prefers to let the company's success ride on a few individuals."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Spend the money of recruiting and retaining experienced personnel."