Test Engineer Apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Portsmouth
Review Submitted: March 2025
Overall Rating
4.1 /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
3.6/5
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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
Working in a team to testing electrical products for compliance, as well as fault diagnostics and component level testing.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy my apprenticeship, as a result of the work being engaging and the team being friendly and supportive of my development.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
The apprenticeship has expanded my knowledge of electronics and electrical equipment allowing for a greater level of confidence when undertaking tasks. Putting theoretical classroom knowledge into its practical application.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
The apprenticeship is well organised specific points of contact being easily accessible if any questions or concerns need to be raised.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
The apprenticeship is continuously trying to improve how it support apprentices and there specific needs, organising routine meetings where specific needs can be brought up and expressed.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
The apprenticeship is flexible with providing support where necessary and allows for priorities to be tailored to the apprentice to best encourage there development.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
The apprenticeship sanctions relevant training which allows for jobs to be completed safely and effectively. As well as the qualification having some transferable elements which can aid in better performance on the job.
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
There are continuous opportunities for extra curricular activities available such as open evenings, field gun and more . Which allow for better networking connections with other elements of the business as well as personal experiences.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
This apprenticeship is well structured with many different avenues for support and development, Furthermore the work is both engaging and challenging allowing for personal skills to be better developed. In addition, BAE promotes a safety first culture which allows for you to know your safety will always be a priority.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Fully express your self and your passions, highlighting areas where you feel you have developed or challenged your self.
