Advanced Manufacturing Apprentice Review

by GE Aerospace

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

As an advanced manufacturing apprentice, I am learning how to make power management panels for boeing aircraft. Day to day, I am completing various jobs including looming, terminating, and sub assembling parts for the panels

9/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Yes - I have expanded my knowledge of electronics and electronic components through college, and at work I've developed an understanding of how the electrical system of aircraft works, and how to make the management panels.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Everyone at GE is very friendly and always happy to help, which makes the programme quite enjoyable. It's also interesting to learn about new things that I wouldn't otherwise.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is very well organised - We have planned out rotations and we're always kept in the loop through updates and frequent meetings with managers.

9/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I have received a lot of support from GE in regards to work-related issues

9/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

We get a lot of support from college if we need it

9/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

It helps build up background knowledge on how electronics work, while also developing my maths and soldering ability

9/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Yes - We have engagement teams that plan things involving work, careers, and socialising outside of work

9/10

9a. Would you recommend GE Aerospace to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a really enjoyable programme to be a part of - The course is well structured and organised

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to GE Aerospace?

The apprenticeship is a big commitment, so before applying make sure that you thoroughly research what we do here, and whether it is something you are genuinely interested in.