Ordnance Munitions and Explosives Engineering Apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Chemical Engineering, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Engineering
Glascoed, Pontypool NP4, UK
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
4.6 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.6/5
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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
My role is varied depending on current placement, currently it involves supporting trials, product & process documentation for existing product manufacture, but has previously covered research & development for new products. Due to the placement based nature, this varies, but a hands on element is generally present throughout.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy the range of activities we get exposed to, and the importance of the work we do. Most placements are very positive, with teams looking to better us & our skills.
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
Our work placements are planned, with some flexibility to change to support individual interest / learning need. University however, feels somewhat disconnected from our roles at times, but for the most part is relevant.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Apprenticeship managers are available to support our needs, placement managers support our daily activities. Our university provides an ALO (Academic liason officer) who supports from the university side, and is brilliant to work with.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
A great diversity of work, room to focus on your particular interest where work packages allow. Supportive coleauges & apprentices.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Try to use real world examples in interviews, if you can apply them to any question it will massively support you! Look at a range of jobs, don't limit yourself to one position.
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at BAE Systems
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