Culture at BAE Systems

Well developed and structured hierarchy in place. All projects are team based. Everyone is helpful and their are several social activities to round out the work-play balance.

Good work culture. Everyone is easy to get along with. Regular after work activities are organised that helps team bonding.

Seems to be friendly but results focussed beyond all else.

Very social and welcoming. It's a very inclusive environment and my coworkers are always happy to talk with me about current projects.

On the whole, there is a very good culture which supports graduates and emphasises diversity in the workplace. There are many people who have worked for 20 -30 + years with the company which shows it is a good place to work and stay. I don't see the level of turnover that I have seen with other workplaces I have worked in professionally. Also I commend the company on its commitment to programs to enhance diversity in the workplace.

All colleagues are approachable and helpful. There is a strong culture of maximizing the quality of our work, and everyone supports everyone to deliver everything to the BAE standard. It's great to see all my colleagues embody that. There is a strong, well defined hierarchy, which makes it easy to know who is working with whom. However, the Cell Leads make it clear that you don't have to operate exclusively within your cell, you can approach others for assistance or to contribute to other projects. It's comforting to have beneficial structure of a hierarchy along with the flexible culture of a flatter organization. I have noticed a bit of an age gap in the social groups, however I have read this is typical. Whilst all members at the Williamstown site are encouraged to socialize (entire site BBQs, afterwork drinks, etc.), you generally see people socialize with others in their age group.

I have had limited opportunity in my first 3 weeks to be exposed to the work culture after hours, however the office is a very nice environment to work in which reflects on the company's strong culture.

Opportunities exist for staff to socialize out of hours and people are friendly and interested in sharing their interests with new staff

Colleagues are friendly and feels nice to work with most people. It is easy to work with other people (as long as they are on same project) and easy to get in touch with people higher up.

Some teams can be great and mine has a very friendly culture. There is a lot of bitching across the office though as far as I can see. Everyone seems frantic a lot and doesn't really see the bigger picture or point, so not that productive - more of a see how it goes

Socialising is common at project level but rarely at the organisational level or business unit level, operate as teams and collaborate to problem solve,

The company structure is well defined, and the individual managers are supportive of each individual. The work hours are normal, with flexibility of starting times, whilst the socializing is humorous and welcoming in the daily environment.

relaxed

Fun and playful.

People working here are helpful as to whatever question asked will be answered. Everyone respects each other even though they are different hierarchy of business. Unfortunately, there isn't much going on after hours as everyone has different commitments.

Good office culture - professional, a total lack of culture after hours.

I am still figuring out the company's overall culture as each area is very different. But at a basic overview level it is a relatively bottom heavy structure but in saying that the management levels are clearly defined and have very prominent roles within the business. The teamwork and cooperation is fantastic, 99.9% of people are happy to help without a second thought (this is very rare in most workplaces!!!) and many people have been with the organisation for a long time (10 plus years). Socially we are encouraged to build networks (if you go for a coffee at the canteen between 9-10 you can see this in action!). But we can also socialise outside of work (Friday afternoon gatherings away from the office if you want).

BAE recently held a graduate panel night where a set of 4 past graduates presented their views on the company and things that can be improved DIRECTLY to the senior leadership team of 30 executives. Regardless of hierarchy everyone is very friendly and approachable. The work hours are flexible and understanding. Teams work well together to produce high value work.

Friendly people, very supportive, focus on work-life balance, flexible conditions. Most days you are out the door by 5.

Structure/hierarchy is most often clearly defined and well managed. Culture is positive with a good emphasis on safety and teamwork/collaboration not only within projects but across functional & line of business groups. Social events are held - although there could be more.