Degree Apprentice - Operations Engineer Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Project Management
Barrow-in-Furness
Review Submitted: May 2024
Overall Rating
4.7 /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
5/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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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
I review and audit files from contractors.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I am enjoying my programme a lot. It is giving me lots of opportunities and practical development.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt new skills around Project Management and I have been able to develop my ICT skills, primarily with Microsoft Excel
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
There have been a few hiccups about whats going on, but they have been quickly resolved. Overall however it is organised very well.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer has been incredible, I have been getting so much support both from the organisation and from my line manager.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
My tutors are always to happy to help with questions and we have multiple ways to contract them depending on the situation.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
My qualification is directly linked to the role I am doing. The more I learn the better I am doing at my 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
I personally get involved in running STEAM Clubs with other apprentices as well as having social study groups with others on my course.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a good company to work for. The work environment is supportive and inclusive.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Do your research as you apply and don't be discouraged if you don't succeed the first time.
