Aircraft Technician Apprentice Review
at Bombardier Aviation
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Mechanical Engineering
Westerham
Review Submitted: April 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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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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
Fast- paced, you need to be adaptable. Employees are supportive and encourage apprentices to take on challenges. The hands on experience you'll gain through the duration is invaluable for your start in an aviation career. You will be removing, installing and inspecting various components on business jets.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
First Aid Training for Physical and Mental Health,
Use of tooling,
Leadership,
Communication,
Teamwork,
Resilience,
Networking.
Use of tooling,
Leadership,
Communication,
Teamwork,
Resilience,
Networking.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
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
There are many events you can be involved in and even create, you just have to pitch the idea for approval. There is always opportunities to do outreach at schools and events which allows you to simultaneously expanding your network.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Bombardier Aviation to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Although it can be challenging due to the fast paced nature, once you have accomplished and overcome them it is rewarding and great to be part of a wider team who strives for excellence. The experience, opportunities and people you meet are all wonderful!
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Bombardier Aviation?
Your apprenticeship is what you make of it! If your passionate and have ideas, pitch them to your company and they can aid in implementing them. You need to ensure that your time management is good and your able to be adaptable.
