Engineering Technician Review
at BAE Systems
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Rochester, Kent
Review Submitted: May 2024
Overall Rating
4.2 /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
3.8/5
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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:
4/5
Currently, I go to college 5 days a week working in different blocks to gain knowledge for engineering. At the moment I am soldering to IPC standard before starting my project.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy this apprenticeship, to say this is my job is a great honour.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learnt how to use CAD tools, solder components to PCB boards and use hand tools for metal work
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Very well structured, at the beginning of the year I knew what I would be doing and when I was doing it.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I feel very well supported. My managers regularly visit the college to track my progress and ask if there is any support they can provide to help me.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
This college is great. The trainers are very knowledgeable and very laid back, providing a calm atmosphere for learning where I am not scared to ask questions.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I think the qualification I am getting will help me perform better in my role as I had no previous knowledge on how to solder and now I am confident in soldering.
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
Not at the moment as I am not working on site
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a great company to work for with lots of career progression
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Be yourself, its better for people to be true to themselves in front of the employer rather than lie as you may find it harder down the road.
