Aerospace Software Engineer Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
Warton, Preston PR4, UK
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
2.9 /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!
2/5
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Overview of Role
2/5
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Skills Development
2.8/5
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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:
2/5
My role involves proofreading and cross-referencing documents, as well as learning and interacting with visual programming systems.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
2/5
The programme is as enjoyable as a normal job. University is also a great time to socialise, but this is weekly.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
2/5
I have both learnt new skills whilst developing existing ones.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
2/5
The structure has been a bit haphazard, but this is the first year since the apprenticeship was restructured, so this is most likely an anomaly.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
I receive all the support I ask for.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Regular reviews as well as freely contactable lecturers.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
The degree is very cross-functional, and I can foresee the degree helping with day-to-day work activities.
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 plenty of clubs and social events which allow you to bond with new people. You can also start your own if you feel as though there is a gap.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The environment is rewarding to work in, colleagues are friendly and approachable, and everyone is more than willing to help with any problems you have
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Show off your soft skills as much as you can. Qualities like decision-making, teamwork, time management and organisation go a long way in proving yourself.
