Aircraft Technician Review
at RAF
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Armed Forces
Elgin
Review Submitted: May 2025
Overall Rating
3.4 /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!
2.5/5
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Overview of Role
3/5
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Skills Development
3/5
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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
Supporting the maintenance and servicing of aircraft systems as part of an engineering team.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
2/5
It was was a good experience until I completed my apprenticeship and moved onto my EPA which seems pointless given that I essentially have to do the apprenticeship again.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
Teamwork, communication, time management, problem solving and technical hand skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
It is well organised
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
I receive a lot of support from my team and supervisors.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
I receive good support from the providers.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
It has meant that I have been exposed to a variety of jobs and qualifications that enable me to more effectively carry out 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.)
3/5
Yes I am part of the station MTB club and partake in unit sports as well.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend RAF to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a great experience and provides lots of opportunities to develop yourself, however dependant on roles, it can be a very demanding job that has you very busy.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to RAF?
Get involved in other clubs and activities outside of work.
