Advanced Manufacturing Apprentice Review
at GE Aerospace
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Review Submitted: May 2023
Overall Rating
4.5 /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
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
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
As an advanced manufacturing apprentice, I am learning how to make power management panels for boeing aircraft. Day to day, I am completing various jobs including looming, terminating, and sub assembling parts for the panels
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Everyone at GE is very friendly and always happy to help, which makes the programme quite enjoyable. It's also interesting to learn about new things that I wouldn't otherwise.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes - I have expanded my knowledge of electronics and electronic components through college, and at work I've developed an understanding of how the electrical system of aircraft works, and how to make the management panels.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is very well organised - We have planned out rotations and we're always kept in the loop through updates and frequent meetings with managers.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I have received a lot of support from GE in regards to work-related issues
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
We get a lot of support from college if we need it
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It helps build up background knowledge on how electronics work, while also developing my maths and soldering ability
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
Yes - We have engagement teams that plan things involving work, careers, and socialising outside of work
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend GE Aerospace to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a really enjoyable programme to be a part of - The course is well structured and organised
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to GE Aerospace?
The apprenticeship is a big commitment, so before applying make sure that you thoroughly research what we do here, and whether it is something you are genuinely interested in.
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