L4 Manufacturing Technician Review
at BAE Systems
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing
Warton, Lancashire
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
3.8 /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!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
3.6/5
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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:
4/5
Varies depending on the placement.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I have enjoyed my apprenticeship, however some placements are better than others.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learned lots during this apprenticeship as I have experienced many different areas within the manufacturing engineering function.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
2/5
There can be a lack of communication at times when organising the placements.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My skills coach is very supportive and provides a good level of detail within the feedback.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
As stated above my skills coach has been very supportive.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
The HNC I have completed rarely helps within my day-to-day job. However, most of the engineering diploma relates to my area of 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.)
3/5
There are opportunities but this can be dependant on the apprenticeship scheme.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Highly likely to have a role at the end of the apprenticeship and the flexible working is good.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Research about the company and be confident.
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at BAE Systems
- Graduate Scheme
- Prestwick, Ayrshire and Arran
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