We just heard that AI was used to generate an embedded software application that was previously written by a team of 10 software engineers. It took the team 8 months to create the embedded software. AI completed the task in 22.6 hours. There was a... — read more 

If the war continues, nobody is getting fired or laid off. In fact, I'm betting you we'll need to start bringing people back. Job security is finally back.

Got laid off and looking for fpga positions

Pentagon needs more time to finalize defense firms on naughty list after initial review. https://breakingdefense.com/2026/02/pentagon-needs-more-time-to-finalize-defense-firms-on-naughty-list-after-initial-review/ We already know that Raytheon is on... — read more 

Share any updates you may have about Raytheon layoffs? Any chatter, news or rumors?

Are we going to have a layoff in 2 weeks?

Any news about a June layoff?

Trump says IBM, Raytheon may get US contract to modernize air traffic control system President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Raytheon Technologies and IBM may get the contract to modernize the U.S. air traffic control... — read more 

Has anyone heard about layoffs happening here soon?

Heard that there are plans to merge the SBUs into one BU to streamline functions. Rumors are that they will initiate layoffs around June 2025 - not sure which will start. They need to streamline all functions because of the siloed nature of our... — read more 

Some people want to change jobs and would love the severance. Others need their jobs and do not want to get laid off. Why won't Raytheon executives let some volunteers get laid off. I am ready to go! I have quiet-quitted and they still keep me... — read more 

8-10%

Just curious what about salary increases everyone is getting this year. I know the discussions are happening now

What do we know so far? Rumors are flying all around and I am hearing there will be an impact at hourly and union folks, they are working on it right now? Should we expect this to be in a 5% to 10% range like these Feb cuts or do you think it'll... — read more 

P&W just had an 8% cut across the boards. Next round, from a good source, is in May, 2025

RTX really was in love with DEI, in recent lawsuits, and corporate wide de-commissioning of DEI, I hope RTX correct for pushing out all the males for females.

I just spoke with a colleague that worked hard to get laid off and the severance. Their tactic was pick the hardest, most favored team member and create arguments with them. The arguments demoralized everyone, and everyone knew who was causing the... — read more 

Post any information about potential or actual Raytheon layoffs? Any chatter, news or rumors?

I’m hoping to be laid off so I can walk out with severance. I have some better options potentially on the table, and I’m eager to leave. I understand that many of you need this job, and I feel for all of you. I just can’t stand this place anymore. — read more 

Layoffs do su-k and Raytheon had lots of them! But you can use them to your advantage. I had accepted a new job that I was starting in about 4 weeks. Was tired of seeing my friends laid off. I had 4 weeks to get laid off and I did it! I argued... — read more 

I was laid off, with the explicit reason being my status as a hybrid/remote worker. Our Senior Manager returned to the office a month ago and has done little since, yet last week, our entire team was laid off. Now, this same Senior Manager is... — read more 

Of course, UTC ( Collins and Prat) have low cost shops in india and China to replace American engineers. Then you can't control the breach!!! "Defense company RTX has agreed to pay $200 million to settle U.S. State Department allegations that it... — read more 

What do you guys think of the remote Raytheon CEO calling everyone back to the office. Do you guys think everyone will come back. Maybe the CEO needs to move from Iowa to show that he is onbroad with his policies.

Two weeks ago, I had to layoff 2 interns from my department. I thought interns were immune. Since we mainly layoff the older engineers, I thought the reductions would not affect my interns. I was so wrong. Never had to do something so wrong. At... — read more 

Mostly remote workers

Primarily over 45 years old and less than 5 years with RTX. Next round in November. Your HR BFF

All I can think of are tomorrow's layoffs.

Large scale layoffs (hundreds) planned for Wed 7/17. People already being walked out today Tues 7/16.

I started Raytheon year 2020 with excitement and high hopes and was let go on Tuesday May 2, 2024 without any warning ..during the exit I was told my job was eliminated and it was nothing to do with performance.. I felt betrayed by the company and my... — read more 

The shares of major U.S. defense contractors have been on a downward spiral due to a global military bo-m that has seen European counterparts’ stock prices soar. This decline in the U.S. defense industry is largely attributed to the legislative... — read more 

Any comments on what the merit raises were this year?

The new UTC regime, just review the org chart, and google the respective leaders. They are all outsiders, and jumping ship after their stock option matures. Thus in it for short time, but for a good time :) All those good engineers approaching your... — read more 

A significant round of layoffs has begun, employees being escorted off site same day. No WARN notices. Hearing numbers between 800 - several 1000's impacted.

Well, bunch of team members just got laid off. Wow

Well the upside is that due to current events you're probably ok if your on a missile production gig. Outside of that is fair game. With the looming recession who knows what will happen. In the past they'll make mini layoff around holidays (under... — read more