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Boeing UK

Aircraft maintenance technician apprentice Review

at Boeing UK

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering

Cardiff / Caerdydd

Review Submitted: February 2024

Overall Rating

4.3 /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 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
4/5 - 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
In the first year we spend our time in a college environment working towards the level 2 NVQ modules as well as opportunity for A license. We also have time spent in the sheltered hangar environment doing simulated maintenance and sheet metal work.
In the coming second and third year, there will be on-job training.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
The programme is good however we are itching to get into a hangar to work on active aircraft but we understand we need training first

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have developed my hand skills. I have learnt a lot from the ongoing modules we have been studying

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The structure is easy to follow and understand where we are at and what is going to happen
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
We receive a fair amount of support. Our manager travels in at least once a week to support us face to face with any company problems
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
We receive a good amount of support
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The modules are applicable to the role
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
Boeing offer many within the company (not so much at the college). There are many groups to join also

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Boeing UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good employer, not had any issues
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Boeing UK?
Be yourself, they look for someone who is individual but will fit the team
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