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Aircraft Technician Review

at BAE Systems

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering

Lincolnshire

Review Submitted: April 2026

Overall Rating

4.5 /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 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.2/5 - 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
My role is to train to become an aircraft technician so daily life at works is learning all about aircraft and performing different skills for the job role.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Rewarding work and in a very social environment

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
We have a workshop phase where I have learnt lots of new hand skills which I will certainly take into the job role.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The management are very proactive and promptly make changes when required.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
We get supported in many ways by many people and we all know support is always avaliable.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Support from instructors without fail everyday at work.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It teaches me all aspects of the job and provides me with experience which I can then carry into the job role.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
1/5
Not currently

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They are a company who support employees well and provide high end training so you can complete your job role.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Do it sooner rather than later.
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