HRL Laboratories

HQ
Malibu
Total Offices: 5
1,115 Total Employees
Year Founded: 1997

What's the Company Culture Like at HRL Laboratories?

What People Are Saying About HRL Laboratories

  • Collaborative & Supportive Culture: Colleagues are often seen as highly capable and collaborative, with “great people,” “interesting work,” and a mid‑sized, team‑oriented feel called out. Some groups emphasize mentorship and cross‑disciplinary teaming around challenging problems.
  • Innovation & Creativity: Work centers on solving hard, novel problems and transitioning breakthroughs into real‑world products for aerospace, automotive, and defense. The lab setting encourages applied research and cross‑disciplinary experimentation.
  • People-First Culture: Benefits are described as comprehensive—strong health coverage, 401(k) match, generous holidays with a year‑end break, separate sick time, tuition reimbursement, and fully paid parental leave. Flexible schedules in some groups (including 9/80) and a scenic campus support balance and well‑being.

HRL Laboratories's Benefits

Offers company-sponsored outings

Offers fitness stipend

Offers team workouts

Offers wellness programs

Partners with nonprofits

Provides access to an onsite gym

Provides opportunities to volunteer in the local community

Provides recreational clubs

Engineering team utilizes pair programming

Implements team-based strategic planning

Open office floor plan to encourage communication and collaboration

Uses an OKR operational model to clearly define goals and priorities

Utilizes an open door policy that encourages accessibility

Offers a remote work program

Utilizes a flexible work schedule