Fitter Review

by BAE Systems

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Rating

7.2/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Assembly work of the JSF F35 including drilling, wet assembly and dry assembly.

    7/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Throughout my 3 placements so far lots of new skills.

    9/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I enjoy working on different aspects of aircraft throughout the business

    8/10
  • 4. How valued do you feel by BAE Systems?

    • Yes they make apprentices feel needed.

    9/10
  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Clear set out on how to pass the apprenticeship and when deadlines need to be met.

    8/10
  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

    • Monthly visits

    6/10
  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • However much I require if needed.

    8/10
  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

    • Not the best.

    5/10
  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

    • Not to my knowledge.

    5/10
  • 9. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • In the long term a very good career.

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

    • Make good impressions and work hard.

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

North West

June 2015

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