Graduate Mechanical Engineer Review
at BAE Systems
Graduate Job
Mechanical Engineering
Cumbria
Review Submitted: October 2025
Overall Rating
3.9 /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 the Role
4.2/5
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Experience & Company Culture
2/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at BAE Systems?
The company has a good culture which it is evolving with regards to new ways of working and inclusivity.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Functional design of mechanical systems - this gives insight and work into unique mechanical engineering systems which have you are part of innovative solutions to design the worlds cutting edge technological solutions.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
5/5
The role allows you to work with your team to understand the system as a whole and then work with senior engineers to contribute to the overall system design.
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
5/5
Great perks, pension and share scheme.
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
2/5
The graduate role I was placed in doesn't reflect the career I want to progress into as it is not aligned with my career aspirations or practical skill set.
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
4/5
I am continually developing new skills in the graduate role as I am getting the best out of the role within my team and training being provided by the company.
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
3/5
The day-to-day support is well received with regards to the work in my graduate role, however when points were raised as what is missing in my role experience this has fallen by the way side.
How is your work-life balance?
4/5
The company actively encourages a good work life balance, though the working culture in my current sector has a early start and overtime focus due to historic mentality and the current level of resource.
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
The overall culture is very supportive and growth inspiring which resonates in the workforce.
How would you rate BAE Systems initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
4/5
My personal experience has been good and I believe the supportive nature being fostered in the business will continue to encourage all of these.
How would you rate BAE Systems CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
5/5
The commitment to STEM is brilliant as well as community engagement to revive the surrounding areas.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The company although large has a close nit community feel that of which you would expect in smaller companies. Also, great benefits and support for employees seal a neat job package.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
2/5
The role is very office based with little time working on practical assignments.
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Be clear on your own expectations of the role as once there you will be assigned to a role which may not necessarily be an exact fit.
