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General Dynamics Retention Score

General Dynamics is in the Bottom 40% of similar sized companies in its ability to retain quality employees. 62% of employees at General Dynamics are excited to go to work each day. Overall, 14% of General Dynamics' employees feel the company is doing what it should to retain them while 86% may be considering new employment. Quality employees are difficult to find which makes retaining them all the more important.

Last updated 21 days ago.

Where This Score Ranks General Dynamics' Retention

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40%
In the Bottom 40% of 1341 Similar Sized Companies on Comparably
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35%
In the Bottom 35% of 236 Nearby Companies in Washington, DC
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3rd place versus 5 competitors rated on Comparably

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C66 / 100

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Who Ranks General Dynamics' Retention the Highest?

Department - Admin 78/100

Ethnicity - African American/Black 76/100

Department - IT 68/100

Who Ranks General Dynamics' Retention the Lowest?

Tenure - 1 to 2 Years 37/100

Experience - Entry Level 48/100

Department - Engineering 49/100

General Dynamics Retention At a Glance

General Dynamics' Retention score is rated a "C" by 203 employees. The category helps understand General Dynamics' focus and commitment to retaining employees in their organization.

Over the past three months, General Dynamics' Retention score has remained steady at 66/100. General Dynamics ranks in 3rd place versus 5 competitors which include Lockheed Martin, GE Digital, FLIR Systems, Boeing, and Raytheon Technologies. The Admin and IT departments are likely to stay at the company the longest, while the Engineering and Customer Support departments are likely to have the highest turnaround.

General Dynamics' Retention score is in the Bottom 40% of 1341 similar sized companies (10,000+ Employees) on Comparably. The Company ranks in the Bottom 35% compared to 236 nearby companies in Washington, DC.

General Dynamics' Retention Trendline

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How General Dynamics' Retention Score is Calculated

Answer	Percent
Yes	55%
No	45%

Do you believe you're paid fairly?

Answer	Percent
Yes	90%
No	10%

Do you look forward to interacting with your coworkers?

out of 100

How would you rate the quality of your coworkers?

Answer	Percent
Yes	62%
No	38%

Are you typically excited about going to work each day?

Answer	Percent
Every week	25%
Once a month	0%
Once a quarter	17%
Once a year	33%
Never	25%

How often do you get valuable feedback on how to improve at work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	38%
No	62%

Do you approve of the job your executive team is doing at your company?

Answer	Percent
Yes	14%
No	86%

Do Your Company Leaders Do What They Should to Retain You as an Employee?

Answer	Percent
Very Secure	0%
Secure Enough	60%
Neutral	20%
Insecure	20%
Very Insecure	0%

How secure do you feel your job is at your company?

Answer	Percent
Yes	80%
No	20%

Do you have a close friend at work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	90%
No	10%

Would you leave your current job for a 20% raise at a different company?

Answer	Percent
Multiple times a week	0%
Once a week	40%
Once a month	0%
Once a quarter	0%
Never	60%

How often do you socialize with team members outside of work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	40%
No	60%

Do you feel burnt out at work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	62%
No	38%

Are you challenged at work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	0%
No	100%

Would you turn down a job offer today, for slightly more money?

Answer	Percent
Yes	50%
No	50%

Are you proud to be a part of your company?

General Dynamics' Retention Rank Against Similar Sized Companies on Comparably

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40%

General Dynamics ranks in the Bottom 40% of other companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Retention Score.

General Dynamics' Retention Rank Against Other Companies Nearby

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35%

General Dynamics ranks in the Bottom 35% of other companies in Washington, DC for Retention Score.

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