RAF
About RAF
The Royal Air Force (RAF) is the United Kingdom's air and space force. Whether in the skies above the United Kingdom, or around the world, the RAF protect the UK's interests at home and abroad. They also act as a force for good by working to strengthen international peace and security.
By working for the RAF, not only will you gain a professional qualification that’s recognised in the civilian world, you’ll also have a guaranteed job in your chosen role once you’ve completed it. You’ll receive the very best training and, whilst being paid to learn, you’ll get the chance to travel the world, play sport and perform an important role in the RAF as well as being able to access dedicated on-base medical and dental care.
"I never expected to experience so many different things when I came to the RAF! I was part of the crew making sure the people on flights from Afghanistan were safe one week, then flying to Cyprus and America the next. The job changes all the time. I knew I just wanted to fly but I wasn’t able to get a job on a commercial airline so becoming an Air and Ground Steward (AGS) was the perfect opportunity for me to get on a plane and do the job I wanted to do." - Amy, Air and Ground Steward"
Careers at RAF
Early Careers
Joining the RAF will bring you a raft of opportunities and benefits. You’ll be paid as soon as you start initial training, and accommodation, food and sport will all be subsidised along with free health and dental care.
You can choose to play sport at multiple levels whether it’s casually on base with friends or representing the RAF on an international level. There’s choice too, whether you want to take on adventure training at weekends, travelling to areas of the world you never thought you’d see or you want to spend spare time visiting friends and family.
With opportunities nationwide, joining RAF means working alongside the brightest minds and learning through valuable hands-on experience and formal training – developing a rewarding career, from day one.
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Open roles at RAF
Air Traffic & Weapons Controller – Royal Air Force (Regular)
RAF Air Traffic and Weapons Controllers keep our airspace safe by co-ordinating military aircraft in direct support of air defence in the UK and, where required, overseas.
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Operations Specialist – Royal Air Force (Regular)
As an RAF Operations Specialist, you will be at the front of military Air & Space Operations, protecting the UK and supporting missions globally. You'll work as part of a team making real-time decisions that have a direct impact on national security.
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Weapon Systems Operator Aircrew Linguist – Royal Air Force (Regular)
As an Aircrew Linguist, you will be a vital part of mission success as you monitor, collect and analyse foreign-language voice transmissions in real-time to offer intelligence support onboard your aircraft.
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Weapon Systems Operator – Royal Air Force (Regular)
As a Weapon Systems Operator you will manage the sensors and weapons of a particular aircraft during operational missions, whilst at the same time gathering intelligence and supporting forces on the ground.
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Weapon Systems Officer – Royal Air Force (Regular)
As a Weapon Systems Officer (WSO pronounced “Wizzo”) you will fly in and operate some of the world’s most sophisticated aircraft. You will employ electronic systems and sensors to employ weapons whilst making critical airborne command decisions.
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Pilot – Royal Air Force (Regular)
Royal Air Force Pilots provide air power on behalf of the country, operating state-of-the-art aircraft world-wide.
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HR People Specialist
A career in HR with a difference. Advise on pay, manage careers, support welfare, and prepare personnel for deployment anywhere in the world. Move to a new RAF unit every three to five years, gain a CIPD Level 3 qualification, and earn a £5,250 Golden Hello on top of a £26,300 starting salary, six weeks' leave, free medical care, and a long list of forces benefits. No qualifications needed to apply.
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