Adult Apprentice Review
at Bombardier Aviation
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Mechanical Engineering
Biggin Hill
Review Submitted: May 2025
Overall Rating
4.4 /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
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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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
Base maintenance on Bombardier aircraft. My role is a new initiative program that Bombardier have introduced to welcome skilled workers from other engineering backgrounds into the world of Aviation. My day can consist of any from de-paneling aircraft to special detailed inspections on flight control surfaces
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Retraining provided the oppurtunity to change career and see another industry from all aspects
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
yes
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Shift patterns and regular contact with the same supervising staff and a day release for concentrated learning for exams and assignments
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Bombardier Aviation to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The company is very invested in giving opportunities to people with the correct skills that can be applied in the aviation industry to build the skills pool in the company
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Bombardier Aviation?
Be open to a complete change of career path as there are many options to explore
