Security, Armed Services and Emergency Services - Royal Air Force Aviator
Security, Armed Services and Emergency Services - Royal Air Force Aviator
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RAF Aviators make up the majority of RAF personnel and maintain its ability to fight and fly.
- Fix and maintain aircraft
- Load weapons
- Drive a range of vehicles
- Cook for troops
- Monitor airspace
- Protect airfields
- Support medical staff
- Work in human resources (HR)
As a RAF Aviator, you could work at a military base or in a warzone.
Your working environment may be outdoors in all weathers and physically and emotionally demanding.
RAF Aviators tend to work a variable amount of hours a week. You could work evenings, weekends and bank holidays away from home.
Starting: £25,000
Experienced: £36,000
RAF apprenticeships offer you the chance to learn on the job and gain a UK-recognised trade qualification.
There are more than 20 roles to choose from in professions such as:
- air and space operations
- engineering
- logistics
- catering
- medical services
- cyberspace and intelligence
You'll apply directly to the RAF to discuss which is the best apprenticeship route for you. This will depend on your qualifications and which service role you're interested in.
You can apply directly for roles as an RAF aviator. Some roles do not need any qualifications while others require qualifications in certain subjects. All roles and entry requirements are listed on RAF Recruitment.
If your application is accepted, you'll be invited to talk to an adviser at your local armed forces careers office about what you want to do. You'll also take a defence aptitude assessment.
If you're successful, you’ll then have an interview and a medical examination. Once this is complete, you will attend a fitness assessment.