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Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Technician Review

at Boeing UK

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering

Bristol

Review Submitted: April 2025

Overall Rating

5 /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 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - 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
Currently at ICAT College at Cardiff Airport undertaking all CAA Cat A License Modules, and completing any important Boeing admin, whilst staying in Boeing paid for accommodation in Central Cardiff.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Very much, very varied

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Many, mainly hand skills in the hangar which can be used in my day to day OJT. Includes maintenance practices as well as personal traits such as teamwork and leadership.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Extremely. There is a very rigorous timetable which is adhered to, with the full plan for the apprenticeship set out before starting
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
A lot, managers are visible at least once a week at college for any concerns that may arise
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
There is an online website (OneFile), where they can assist if we require them to
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Yes, as there are questions which test our knowledge and understanding
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, lots. There are many Boeing groups that you can join though internal links

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Boeing UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a good company to work for, despite what some outsiders may have to say
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Boeing UK?
Just be yourself, the managers are assessing your personality really, not what you know
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