Work wellbeing score is 71 out of 100
3.8 out of 5 stars.
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BAE Systems Careers and Employment

Work wellbeing

Results based on 213 responses to Indeed's work wellbeing survey.
Work wellbeing score is Above average, 71 out of 100

Happiness

How enjoyable people find their day-to-day life at work
Above average

Purpose

How meaningful people find their work
Above average

Stress-free

How manageable people find their work stress
Above average

Satisfaction

How content people feel with the way things are at work
Above average

About the company

  • CEO
    Tom Arseneault
    80%
    approve of Tom Arseneault's performance
  • Founded
    1999
  • Company size
    more than 10,000
  • Revenue
    more than £7B (GBP)
  • Industry
    Aerospace & Defence
  • Headquarters
    London, England
  • Link
    BAE Systems website

We protect what matters.

We’re a skilled, collaborative, and increasingly diverse community of over 90,000 people in over 40 countries, creating some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace, marine, land, and security solutions.

At our core is an overarching purpose – we play our part in protecting those who protect us, making the future more secure for everyone. Those who connect with our purpose feel pride in being part of something bigger; motivated by their ability...

We protect what matters.

We’re a skilled, collaborative, and increasingly diverse community of over 90,000 people in over 40 countries, creating some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace, marine, land, and security solutions.

At our core is an overarching purpose – we play our part in protecting those who protect us, making the future more secure for everyone. Those who connect with our purpose feel pride in being part of something bigger; motivated by their ability to make a difference by creating bold, pioneering products and services that can change the world we live in.

To do this, we must always look to the future to find new ways and new ideas to advance – whilst putting our people front and centre. Championing better ways of doing things, striving for excellence in everything we do, being more efficient and sustainable.

To secure our ambitious future, we are committed to investing in our people, with the tools, support and inclusive environment for you to embrace a fulfilling career. Life at BAE Systems is always dynamic and challenging, with immense opportunity, and lifelong development available to all.

Join us in the next phase of our story as we look to the future and work together - for a brighter, better and more secure tomorrow.

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Jobs

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Quality Technician

Sunderland

£36,060 a year

30+ days ago

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Technical Coordinator

Barrow-In-Furness

£27,221 a year

3 days ago

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Manufacturing Technician

Alsager

£45,075 a year

25 days ago

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Export Officer

Samlesbury

£39,316 a year

1 day ago

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Salaries

Salary estimated from 4.1K employees, users, and past and present job advertisements on Indeed.

Rating overview

Rating is calculated based on 1.3K reviews and is evolving.

4.02 out of 5 stars.20193.56 out of 5 stars.20202.65 out of 5 stars.20213.26 out of 5 stars.20223.56 out of 5 stars.2023

Reviews

Aerospace intern in Warton, Lancashire
on 10 November 2023
Good placement
It was very good experience for a student but had poor communication from the recruitment after the placement. Good job security and name for the CV.
Slinger/rigger in Barrow-In-Furness
on 27 November 2023
Enjoyable productive and realy different and interesting
What is the best part of working at the company?Brilliant to work for and realy interesting job working on the astute classWhat is the most stressful part about working at the company?Wasn't much stress about the job to be honest realy enjoyed itWhat is the work environment and culture like at the company?Realy good work culture safety and enviroment
business services in Samlesbury and Warton lancashire
on 11 November 2023
Amazing
What is the best part of working at the company?Whilst doing my 3 week placement at BAE systems my favourite part was working with individuals who showed me what a day in the life as an aerospace engineer is like and getting a real understanding of how all aspects of the company work.What is the most stressful part about working at the company?There wasnt really anything stressful about the co...
Commercial in United Kingdom
on 9 November 2023
Painfully dull
Tiresome, boring admin effectively. No solid vision for the business, just lots of corporate buzzwords and pretty presentations. I think this is where you come to work to let your career die.
Principal Engineer in Barrow in Furness, Cumbria
on 8 November 2023
Ok
Pay not great with massive disparity between people on the same grades. Jobs promotions for those close to those higher up's regardless of quality. Better places to work for better pay.

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Interview insights

Insights from 589 Indeed users who have interviewed with BAE Systems within the last 5 years.

Average experience
Interview is average
Process takes more than one month

Interview questions

I had to give a presentation around the contract between BAESystems and the military.

I had to give a presentation a...

Shared on 16 February 2021

Nothing technical. The interview process was to short and didn't focus on my capabilities.

Nothing technical. The interv...

Shared on 5 July 2018

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  • System Engineer3.9 out of 5 stars.
  • Electrician3.6 out of 5 stars.

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