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Finished your A Levels or Highers but not sure university is for you? BAE Systems plans to take on over 1,100 apprentices in 2026, and around 94% stay on with the company.
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Here’s what the BAE Systems Higher Apprenticeship involves.
The BAE Systems Higher Apprenticeship runs at Levels 4 and 5, leading to qualifications equivalent to a Higher National Diploma or Foundation Degree. You’ll learn on the job from technical specialists, with your fees covered. Roles include:
Engineering and manufacturing:
Engineering Technician, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality roles, combining practical and theory-based training.
Business and finance:
Business, Finance (studying towards CIMA), Cost Estimating and Human Resources roles.
Projects and supply chain:
Project Management, Procurement and Supply Chain roles, helping BAE plan, buy and deliver for its programmes.
Technology:
Information Management and Technology, building both technical and non-technical skills.
In England and Wales, you’ll need 5 GCSEs at grade 9 to 4 (A* to C), including Maths and English, plus 72 to 96 UCAS points depending on the role. Engineering roles also need a science or technical subject.
In Scotland, you’ll need 5 National 5s at grade C or above plus Highers, depending on the role.
Interested in graduate or placement roles at BAE Systems? Read our full BAE Systems recruitment process guide.
Apply through the BAE Systems search and apply portal, choosing the role and business area that best match your interests and skills. Keep your answers clear and concise, so your strengths stand out.
BAE Systems Higher Apprenticeships open in January 2027. BAE Systems advises applying early, as roles can close once enough applications are received.
Good to Know: BAE Systems doesn’t ask for a CV for its apprenticeships. Instead, give full details of your exam grades, any work experience and relevant interests outside school or college, then check your spelling and complete every section.
After completing the online application, you will move on to the next stages of the process.
The BAE Systems Higher Apprenticeship hiring process typically includes the following stages after the online application:
Let’s check out the BAE Systems Higher Apprenticeship virtual assessment below.
If your application is successful, BAE Systems will invite you to a virtual assessment, which includes:
Gamified assessment challenges:
These game-based assessments use short, game-like tasks to measure abilities such as memory, reasoning and attention.
Video questions:
You’ll record answers to set questions on camera, like a video interview instead of speaking to a live interviewer.
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If your virtual assessment goes well, you’ll be invited to an interview.
The final stage is either a virtual or face-to-face interview. BAE Systems looks for interest, passion and commitment to what you want to do, so be ready to explain why you’ve chosen this role.
Good to Know: Revisit the BAE Systems values before your interview and prepare examples that show them, such as times you’ve been trusted with responsibility or tried a new idea.
Depending on your age and role, you could earn up to £24,125. BAE Systems also covers your course fees and offers generous time off, a share scheme, a workplace pension and flexible benefits.
Applications for 2027 open in January 2027. BAE Systems advises applying early, as roles can close once enough applications are received.
Yes. You’ll earn a qualification equivalent to a Higher National Diploma or Foundation Degree without paying fees, while being paid and gaining real work experience.
BAE Systems says reviewing your application may take a few weeks. Offers are usually conditional on achieving the minimum academic requirements for the role.
Yes. You’ll need to meet at least the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, and many roles require National Security Vetting, which typically needs 5 to 10 years of continuous UK residency.
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This article was last updated on 26 October 2026. All information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at publication, based on publicly available sources. For the latest details, please verify directly with BAE Systems.
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