Graduate Mechanical Engineer Review
at BAE Systems
Graduate Job
Mechanical Engineering
Isle of Wight
Review Submitted: October 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!
4.8/5
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Overview of the Role
4.6/5
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Experience & Company Culture
5/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at BAE Systems?
During my time at BAE systems I have thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of the job that I have encountered. It has pushed me and I have learnt a huge amount over the course of my graduate scheme.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Engineering design, report writing, engineering analysis.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
5/5
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
4/5
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
5/5
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
How would you rate BAE Systems initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
4/5
How would you rate BAE Systems CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
4/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The company has an incredibly inclusive environment which I have found extremely easy to slot into, the work is varied and interesting and we are well paid.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
5/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Look up job ready English on Youtube.
