Software Engineer Review
at BAE Systems
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Information Technology
Gloucester
Review Submitted: February 2021
Overall Rating
4.1 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
analysis, design, implementation, test, deployment and maintenance of software
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I have learned so much and have a fulfilling and varied role
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes, particular AWS skills ,developed my knowledge of Java and public speaking in demonstrations
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
The team have been really supportive however certain details of the apprenticeship were not fully explained and there were some misunderstandings along the way
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
10/10 for support
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
Communication has not always been clear and reliable
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Initial training really helped get up to speed
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
N/A due to covid
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Brilliant company with a great culture and diverse teams
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Put your best foot forward, prepare and be bold
