Job Description
Typical Responsibilities:
- Update aeronautical information
- Provide IT support
- Operate radio equipment
- Monitor communications
- Advise visiting aircrew on their flight plans
Similar civilian roles include Air Traffic Controller, Transport and Logistics Planner, Supply Chain Planner or Emergency Service Operations Room Operator
Personal Qualities :
17-35 (Must attest before 36th birthday)
Skills Required :
Please view the eligibility criteria on the RAF Recruitment website.
Future Prospects : You will initially join the RAF for a period of twelve years on a Notice Engagement with effect from 1 April 2015. After completing one year’s total service, you will be eligible for promotion to Senior Aircraftman, providing you pass aTrade Ability Test and Basic Trade Training. Further promotion to the rank of Corporal and beyond is by competitive selection. Following your first assignment, you will be assigned to another airbase. In addition to air traffic control, station operations and flight planning, you may also be employed in squadron operations, area radar or airspace management duties.
The Diploma, Technical Certificate and Functional Skills in Mathematics and English that form part of the Level 2 Apprenticeship are as valuable in the civilian world as they are in the RAF, meaning that whenever you decide to leave the RAF, you will be well placed to find a job in civilian airport operations.
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