Pros
The pay checks never bounce and there is always more than enough work to keep one busy. Some of the managers really do try to make the corporate policies bearable. If you are going to work at DISH, try to get a position in a field location. It is much less political and micro-managed than the corporate headquarters.
Cons
They have no flexibility on work schedule, make you badge in and give you a written warning if it snows and you are late due to traffic. You are expected to get a hotel room at your expense near the office if the weather is going to be bad, so that you are sure to arrive by 9:00 am. The benefits don't cover pshycological care so if anyone in your family needs a counselor or psychiatrist to help deal with an issue, you are on your own. Vacation never goes past 3 weeks so the guy who works there 3 years gets as much vacation as the guy who works there 23 years. They will work you until you drop. Guys have been carried out on a stretcher.