Rating

7.8/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • I'm a Manufacturing Engineering apprentice for Meteor. My day to day tasks involve making sure production is running smoothly and finding new ways of improving the process. I deal with people at all levels within the company. I have the same responsibilities as any other full time employee

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Within my apprenticeship I have learnt countless skills which I regularly use in my day to day job. On top of this I'm also studying for a HNC in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

    7/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I enjoy the varied work I get everyday. The people I work with also help make it more enjoyable as we help each other when needed. My job has exceeded my expectations due to the responsibility and trust given to me everyday

    8/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by MBDA?
  • When I've completed a job well or gone above and beyond expectation it is regularly followed by recognition from all levels within the company

    9/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • We receive a structured plan for the entire 4 years of the apprenticeship. This is followed rigidly. If any changes need to be made we are given notice well in advance

    8/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • As I am coming towards the end of my apprenticeship I haven't needed much assistance however in the earlier stages they were always there to provide any help when I asked for it

    6/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • MBDA are quick to help any struggling apprentices on the course as they recognise the significance that apprentices have within MBDA's core structure

    8/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • I'm happy with my salary

    8/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • Activities are available for anyone who would like to do them. There are regular social events

    8/10

  • 9. Would you recommend MBDA to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • The structure of the training is a time tested method which consistently produces good quality engineers


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to MBDA?
  • Provide evidence of you going above and beyond the call of duty to complete a task


Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

North West

March 2017


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