Electrical Apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Electrician
Portsmouth
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
5 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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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:
5/5
As an electrical apprentice I spend my time as a year 1 learning the essential skills for when I get my placements after 10 months in the skills development centre.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I'm thoroughly enjoying my apprenticeship with BAE Systems. I feel like all of the skills coaches keep work exciting by mixing up what we are working on week by week.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
As someone with prior experience in electrical, I feel like I am still developing skills. Especially as this is a more specialised role (being in the maritime environment)
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
I have been given a clear overview of what my course is going to look like for the following 4 years.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My skills coaches are incredibly kind and supportive of everyone's personal needs.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I am being taught by my skills coaches how to get each qualification and I feel I am being supported throughout.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Working towards my level 3 qualification gives me much more confidence in working on naval ships.
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
There are plenty of professional networking events and socials.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Its a very secure job. It has clear structure of what you can possibly earn and the sky is the limit as the company is so large. There are lots of avenues within the company you can take once qualified.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Really focus on learning how to interview well and make sure that the role you apply for is actually right for you. BAE Systems does a good job at hiring the right people.
