Ordnance Munitions and Explosives Engineer Degree Apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Engineering
Glascoed, Gwent
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
4 /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
3.4/5
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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
Initial start to apprenticeship included time on the shop floor which gave me a good understanding of the products before I started my engineering placements. My day to day role includes working with knowledgeable people that help me to learn engineering tasks and then task me with work to complete.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Started off with a few problems however my line manager was very supportive and willing to flex the structure to make it the best for my learning
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Well worthy apprenticeship with good potential to learn and develop professional and personal skills
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Practice your interview skills and interpersonal skills as they are very important in getting through the door
