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Engineering Technician Review

at BAE Systems

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering

Rochester, Kent

Review Submitted: March 2025

Overall Rating

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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
In my role I am placed in different parts of the company for 6 week periods at a time where I gain knowledge and understanding of different parts of the company
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I thoroughly enjoy my program and would recommend to many others in my position.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes I have learnt plenty of electronics skills and used various new software while completing my apprenticeship.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It is very well organised and gives me an understanding of the company/industry so that I can gain knowledge in this industry.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer has regular contact with me and guides me where I want to go as well as offloading their knowledge onto me so I can develop.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My training provider supports me on a regular basis and ensures I have the tools I need to complete tasks.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It built up my knowledge and understanding of things in the workplace.
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
There is clubs and commities that I have access to if I want to join.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
it is a good company and looks after its employees.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Be yourself!
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