Enginerring Technician Review
at BAE Systems
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Engineering
Glasgow
Review Submitted: May 2023
Overall Rating
3.8 /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!
3/5
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Overview of Role
3/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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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:
3/5
I currently work within the research & technology, modelling & simulation team. My role involves supporting the team with the advancement in automated ship design where I work on the automation of system modelling.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I enjoy the aspect of learning new things often and within R&T I have been on many training courses. I mostly enjoy task which involve cooperation within a team and hands on tasks. Due to covid I never got the most out of some placements.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
I have developed many new skills in my apprenticeship and my current placement and also developed existing skills. In R&T I have been learning how to use softwares such as MATLAB and INVENTOR along with improving my teamwork skills by working daily as part of a team.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
I belive overall the course is well orginised and is set up in a way that maximises experience and learning within the company. In my case on some occiasions there might have been some issues where some placements had no idea they were getting an apprentice.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I recieve all the support I need from my line managers and colleagues and have always felt I can discuss any issues I am having.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
When working towards qualification I always had support from my training officer. They were always availabe to help with any questions and reguarly took time to go over sections of the criteria.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I feel my qualification helped me perform better within my role as I could use a lot of what I was learning in my day to day tasks.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
During my apprenticship I was aware of a few extra carricular activities such as sports day and bake sales but I felt I could not take the time away from my tasks.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
BAE Systems is a good company to work for with a lot of interesting people to work with. There is also a lot of oppertunity to progress your career and continue your learning.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Come with an interest in the role you are applying for and be opened minded to always learning new things.
