Materials Engineer Review
at BAE Systems
Graduate Job
Material and Mineral Engineering
Samlesbury
Review Submitted: May 2026
Overall Rating
4.4 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of the Role
4.4/5
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Experience & Company Culture
4/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at BAE Systems?
A very positive beginning to my career with plentiful opportunities to immerse and further my professional development.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Undertake testing of material specimens for aircraft components and other programs and compile reports to deliver to other aspects of the business.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
4/5
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
5/5
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
4/5
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
5/5
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
4/5
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
4/5
How would you rate BAE Systems initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
How would you rate BAE Systems CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
4/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
For a graduate the scheme offers a great opportunity and benefits package, and an engaged and responsive early careers team to provide assistance in multiple aspects.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
4/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Research the local area to the site, and ask the early careers team for assistance in providing relocation information should you need it.
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4.5
