Software Engineer Graduate Review
at BAE Systems
Graduate Scheme
Software Engineering
Chelmsford
Review Submitted: October 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!
3.3/5
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Overview of the Role
4.8/5
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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?
Positive, but underutilised.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Software Engineering
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
3/5
There is not always enough work, or challenging enough work, for our level.
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
5/5
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
3/5
Not feeling as challenged as I should be.
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
2/5
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
4/5
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?
5/5
How would you rate BAE Systems CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
5/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Friendly work environment and good flexibility.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
2/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to BAE Systems?
The focus was mainly on non-functional aspects e.g. creativity, adaptability rather than the specifics of programming.
