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Aerospace Engineer Review

at BAE Systems

Degree Apprenticeship

Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering

Samlesbury

Review Submitted: May 2024

Overall Rating

4.6 /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
5/5 - Skills Development
4.4/5 - 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
I am a Visualisation Engineer, and my work involves 3D scanning facilities or products, processing this data into a scene, and presenting the work in front of project stakeholders.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have gained a lot of skills surrounding communication, time management and client satisfaction.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
I feel we are given sufficient time to complete all aspects of our apprenticeship.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
We have the opportunity to network at events set up by BAE Systems, people within the business have established sports and activity clubs and people organise social gatherings outside of company hours.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Extremely supportive company, there are lots of opportunities, both for your job role and extra-curricular experiences and it promotes a very welcoming and personal atmosphere.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Develop yourself beyond your academic achievements e.g. volunteer, complete relevant, extra online courses e.g. software, engineering, business etc., and ensure you have a baseline level of knowledge about what the company does within your chosen discipline.
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