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Graduate Aerospace Integration Engineer Review

at BAE Systems

Graduate Scheme

Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Prestwick, Ayrshire and Arran

Review Submitted: May 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!

4.3/5 - Overview of the Role
5/5 - Experience & Company Culture
3/5 - Recommendations & Advice

Overview of the Role

Overall, how would you describe your experience at BAE Systems?
It is great to work somewhere devoted to enabling your success, and with people who have a genuine enthusiasm and devotion to their work.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
I enjoy learning from my team and and developing my understanding of how I fit in
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
5/5
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
4/5
While relatively low give that it is a graduate position I believe I am more than compensated with regard to career development opportunities that will result in a higher pay scale at the end of the scheme.
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
3/5

Experience & Company Culture

How is the support you receive?
5/5
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
half day Friday is big slay
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
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?
5/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
This has been life changing for me, could easily spend 40 years working here
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
3/5
was not a lot of information given but I think the role I am in is based very much on my experiences and knowledge.
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to BAE Systems?
ask questions, be inquisitive
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