Operations apprentice Review
at MBDA
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Bolton, Greater Manchester
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.9 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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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:
5/5
Get into work, shadow a skilled operator and complete some jobs throughout the day, these involve wiring and mechanical fitting.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I am really enjoying my program, the people I work with day to day are very helpful to my development. I know that I have made the correct decision with this company.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have developed social skills/ presentation skills/ hands on skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very organised, i have a set structure and plan for the next year of my job, knowing what to do and where to go each day.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Plenty of support. There are always people to reach out to and everyone is here to help and progress the apprentices through to be the best version they can be.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I receive a lot of support, the tutors are always there to help and support my learning
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Some of the work is referenced in my day to day role, however due to the niche market my company is in, not everything we learn in college is useful to my role but it is beneficial to develop my experience and knowledge of engineering as a whole.
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
Yes there is a variety of things to do like the 5k run club and football on Mondays and Wednesdays plus much more. Charity events are held regularly also like bowling events and football charity matches.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend MBDA to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Its a great company to work for and I have developed so much in the short time I have been here. I am excited for the future as there is lots of progression available.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to MBDA?
Be yourself and highlight your best interests in your application so the recruiters can get to know who you are.
