Weapons Technician Review
at RAF
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Armed Forces
Basingstoke
Review Submitted: May 2025
Overall Rating
3.8 /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
3.4/5
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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:
3/5
Service and maintain weapon systems used by the UK chinook force.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Very much so! I’ve made new friends and had very positive experiences.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes. Hand skills especially.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
It was well structured and had ample time to complete my apprenticeship
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
Plenty of support is out there for us especially from peers and line managers.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
As the training team are ex-technicians themselves, the support is effective and to the point.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
It’s given me the broader vision and physical experience required to understand and be effective in my primary role.
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
Countless. I am a member of the cross country running team and there’s many opportunities to attend trade events.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend RAF to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It has provided me with the building blocks to really succeed at life and boosted my confidence ten fold. I’ve had so many experiences over seas and have many stories to tell. Overall, I think it’s a fantastic thing to do for younger generations.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to RAF?
Get involved with clubs and social events. Volunteer for any adventure training and force development trips.
