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Aerospace Engineer Review

at BAE Systems

Degree Apprenticeship

Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering

Warton, Preston PR4, UK

Review Submitted: March 2025

Overall Rating

4.3 /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
4/5 - 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
Depending on what placement i am on the work varies. I am usually on site and start the day by answering emails and sorting out personal admin and then move onto tasks given to me by m manager.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
For the most part I really enjoy my apprenticeship, some placements are better than others so it can change from time to time. I consistently enjoy the work that I am completing.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
i have definitely learnt new skills and developed existing skills whilst on the apprenticeship

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
The program has a well organised structure. However, some placements can feel unorganised but for the most part they are well put together.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Lots of support is provided by the employer.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Lots of support is given when working towards qualifications.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
There are aspects where it really helps and aspects where it is not applicable to helping performance in 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.)
3/5
There are sometimes social events for apprentices that you can attend.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Amazing company to work for, they care about their employees.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Practice interview techniques and try to feel comfortable and confident in an interview environment.
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