Electrical Engineer Review

by BAE Systems

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

4.8/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Dealing with System Cable Schedules, Supplier documentation, reviewing cable layouts, ensuring all cables are separated and segregated accordingly.

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

    • My personal skills, such as communication, engagement and ability to network have all improved. Furthermore, my general knowledge and understanding have improved.

    7/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I enjoy various parts of my job, however there are some points where I would change things.

    6/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • It is fairly well structured. Sometimes, it is very busy so tends to impact work/life balance.

    5/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • Not much.

    2/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • Enough.

    4/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • It will increase my understanding of engineering aspects.

    6/10
  • 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.)

    • No.

    1/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Good employer. Long working life. Good projects.

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

    • Confidence. Research background. Research projects. Teamwork is at the heart.

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Engineering

Glasgow

April 2023

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