Business Analyst Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Computer Science, Computer Systems Engineering, Data Analysis, Information Technology
Warton, Lancashire
Review Submitted: March 2026
Overall Rating
4.3 /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
5/5
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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
Apply engineering principles to all stages of the software development process, from requirements, through analysis and design, development, implementation, integration and verification.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Very intense programme learning s large business with a lot of different opportunities, while undertaking a degree. Very rewarding and very fulfilling.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Learning lots of skills in industry and through university. Digital skills and industry best practices. Lots of life skills too.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
DTS Scheme is relatively new and has a lot of moving parts, once fully matured the scheme will be much better.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Employer gives as much support as required, regular conversations about skills and development occur.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Training provider is good, however have had some issues with assignments which usually do get rectified.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Initially they felt very seperate, however the more training at university, the more I find it to be relevant in work.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Lots of different networking opportunities and groups to be a part of.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Very good employer, with lots of support. Lots of really beneficial employee benefits and reward schemes. Very competitive pay structure.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Gain as many extra qualifications through online training alongside A-Levels/other equivalent qualifications. Don't let rejection put you down as the company receive thousands of applicants, apply as many times as required.
