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Meet Alice, who was kind enough to give us a peak into her crib ??? Alice joined our apprenticeship program in 2018, and by the age of 21, she was already on the property ladder. Her story shows what’s possible when young people earn, learn, and build their future with us. Our apprenticeships do more than kickstart careers—they can be a direct path to early homeownership. Ready to take the first step? Learn more ?? https://lnkd.in/eG8FRRJX

Since the merger of Marconi Electronic Systems and British Aerospace to form BAE Systems in 1999, we've proudly protected those who protect us both through our work and the charities we partner with. Today, as Army Benevolent Fund's longest-running corporate sponsor, we celebrate our donations totalling more than ￡1.2 million, which has helped veterans and serving soldiers ?? For 25 years, we’ve supported ABF's vital work in transforming lives like Dave's, a Warrant Officer Class Two, who welcomed his six young foster children into his home but soon faced the financial pressure of caring for them. Read more ?? https://baes.co/GyxK50Uf0Xp

‘There’s very little that the UK does that’s not collaborative and that’s especially important in education and training. We need to retain that focus on the apprenticeships that are essential for the country’s technical skills needs.’ Paul McLaren, Production Director at BAE Systems Air. We’ve worked with WorldSkills UK for 20 years supporting the vocational training competitions they run and our apprentices have gone on to represent the UK and pitch their technical skills against the world’s best. This week at The Manchester College, Paul McLaren who started his career as an apprentice with us, joined Nicola Drury from Amazon, Ben Blackledge and Anna Dawe to talk about the importance of partnerships between Government, employers and educationalists in shaping the UK’s technical skills system. Learn more about our apprenticeships ?? https://baes.co/XTjO50UcWtv

Want to know more about our apprenticeships? We're running a series of webinars where you can discover what life is really like as an apprentice at BAE Systems. Our first session takes place on 26th November, and you can expect to learn: ?? Which apprenticeship level is right for you ??? What our recruitment process looks like ?? The tips our recruiters recommend ?? What life looks like as an apprentice ?? What happens upon completion of your apprenticeship Register now so you don't miss out! Find out more here: https://baes.co/LOSs50UbNsk

As the UK’s sovereign combat air provider, we take our responsibility to deliver for the nation seriously. With hundreds of companies and partners within our ecosystem, our commitment goes beyond national defence – we are proud to contribute to the prosperity of the UK through technological innovation, long-standing careers and critical skills and knowledge. Read about our Air Sector's impact on the UK economy ???? https://baes.co/bWqN50U92RX

We’re establishing a new artillery facility in Sheffield. The facility is being funded with investments of more than ￡25 million ????♀? Sheffield is known for its strong history of world-class engineering and advanced manufacturing, and this investment will create 50 new highly-skilled jobs that will help safeguard, sustain and grow a critical, specialised British industrial capability, while ensuring the city continues to play a key role in delivering both economic prosperity and national security. Learn more about how this investment will help support the UK government’s ambitions to sustain and revitalise vital UK artillery capabilities ?? https://baes.co/uxMz50U7FtB

Our new Striker II fighter pilot helmet is currently being put through its paces by the Royal Air Force (RAF) before it’s rolled out across the UK’s fleet of Typhoon jets. One of the most advanced of its kind in the world, the helmet will provide our pilots with a crucial advantage by using augmented reality to give them an unrivalled situational awareness. Read how MailOnline’s Jonathan Chadwick embraced his inner Top Gun by taking it for a spin in one of our simulators ?? https://baes.co/yTJG50U6Tjk

We're co-sponsoring RBLI (Royal British Legion Industries)'s the Great Tommy Sleep Out 2025 ? Together, we’re standing shoulder to shoulder with our armed forces community by helping to raise funds that will improve the lives of veterans and their families. Mark your calendars for March 2025 and join us in supporting our most vulnerable veterans by sleeping under the stars ? https://lnkd.in/eCeqAWkJ

On this day of remembrance, we pay tribute to the brave veterans and service personnel who sacrificed to defend our freedoms. Lest we forget.

On London Poppy Day, our employees stood shoulder to shoulder with the armed forces community, volunteering their time to help Royal British Legion make a difference in the lives of service members, veterans and their families. Jennifer talks about the impact of the #PoppyAppeal as she volunteers for her first remembrance event out of uniform ?? Discover her story on YouTube ?? https://baes.co/8OWb50U227o