Graduate Software Engineer Review
at BAE Systems
Graduate Job
Engineering
Brough, East Riding of Yorkshire
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!
4.8/5
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Overview of the Role
4.6/5
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Experience & Company Culture
3/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at BAE Systems?
I felt very welcomed into the team. Friendly colleagues, good atmosphere, interesting work. The progression was initially quite slow but it began to speed up to the point where I am regularly busy which is what I like.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Taking responsibility for a certain set of work and communicating with people to make sure that the work is completed correctly and any changed are implemented accurately
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
5/5
I feel like i am able to contribute a lot to the team.
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
5/5
Pension and SIP scheme are extremely valuable to me.
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
I have learnt a great deal in the role that I am in. I've have improved on a wide range of skills that i considered under practiced, which have made me feel much more confident moving on to more challenging roles in the future.
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
4/5
There was a lot of initial technical learning when i started the job but this has slowed down as I have learnt all of the processes I need to follow. Now I feel like i have more time to focus on soft skills which has been great. There are a lot of courses available which we can access to develop further, with my only gripe being that some of the programming related ones that I would like to complete require software packs that i cannot access.
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
Support has been excellent. Any time I need help my line manager and colleagues always help where needed.
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
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?
3/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I have enjoyed my time at BAE.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
3/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Do your homework and prepare well when interviewing. Do your best to get involved with networking opportunities in immersion.
