Apprentice Engineering Technician Review
at BAE Systems
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Engineering
Glasgow
Review Submitted: March 2025
Overall Rating
3.9 /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!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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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 produce CAD models and drawings for ship building using CAD software.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I enjoy my average day at work as i progress through the programme
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have developed my CAD skills as I use these on a daily basis as well as my general computer skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme has been well structured as I go through different placements around the business getting to see all aspects of the job
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I am fully supported by my managers and able to contact them easily with a quick response at any issues i have
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
While working towards my qualification I get lots of support such as easy to achieve targets that keep me on track
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
My training helps me to learn to be safe during my role as well as how to better perform my role in the business
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 many in company activities that allow me to network and get involved with the local community
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Throughout my time with the company i have been well supported and believe that a friend would be able to grow through a role with BAE
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Look at your qualifications and extra activities to see how they can relate to a job within BAE
