Aerospace Engineer Review

by BAE Systems

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

Training to use a number of different systems and interfaces to add value to BAE Systems products or company processes. Many office based roles with the ability to work as part of a small and very knowledgeable team.

10/10

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

Computer Aided Design (CAD) including FEA, stages of design and Inventor professional. Electronics basics including theory and practical. Portfolio creation and academic writing skills. Business improvement techniques. Safety in the workplace. Responsible time management. Ability to work in many teams.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Incredibly interesting apprenticeship. I have gained a large amount of new skills in the workplace while gaining practical and theory based engineering knowledge. At BAE Systems i feel i can add value and impact many peoples life even while still being an apprentice.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The 5 years of workplace are determined in advance with the flexibility to change placements if so desired. University work is also decided before hand so I always know what I will be doing in the future.

10/10

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

I have a designated coach to help with any questions I may have as well as access to a trained expert in the field i am currently studying/working towards.

10/10

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

Fully supported with expert tutors available at the touch of a button. Time given to work towards the qualification.

10/10

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

Giving me new skills to take into the business. For example extensive researching of material before coming to a well-informed conclusion. Also the opportunity to use CAD to create my own designs.

10/10

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.)

I myself am a STEM ambassador, this gives me the opportunity to take time out of work to support the learning and development of the next generation of STEM leaders. Their are also many groups are available to join raining from veterans to LGBT+.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

A company that looks after their employees. The work can be tough but the rewarding feeling of completing a task surrounded by your team provides job satisfaction.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?

Ensure that you can meet the BAE behaviours. These are integral to working well in the company and completing the apprenticeship to a high standard.