Royal Air Force
The RAF is currently recruiting for the role of Air Traffic & Weapons Controller, offering an initial annual pay of £25,200, which can rise to approximately £45,700 after training. Successful candidates will coordinate military air traffic, manage teams, and control various aircraft during operations globally. The apprenticeship includes training recognised in civilian air traffic control and opportunities for further education. Applicants must meet specific educational, health, and fitness requirements, and the recruitment process involves aptitude tests, interviews, and health assessments. Benefits include childcare support, pension schemes, and fitness facilities.
CURRENTLY RECRUITING
INITIAL ANNUAL PAY
*£25,200*
*+ BENEFITS*
SALARY AFTER SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF TRAINING – USUALLY AROUND 14 MONTHS
*£45,700*
*+ BENEFITS*
As an RAF Air Traffic & Weapons Controller, you could be providing an air traffic control service at an airfield, working alongside civilian air traffic controllers at the UK’s Air Traffic Control Centre at Swanwick (78 Sqn) or as a Weapons Controller directing fast jet aircraft to intercept potentially hostile aircraft.
_*WHAT WILL YOU DO?*_
You are at the heart of the RAFs flying output, responsible for directing and supporting operations both in the UK and around the world. You will control military aircraft whilst leading and managing a team of fellow Operations Specialists. In your role you will:
* Coordinate air traffic to and from military airfields
* Become part of the team that order Typhoon jets to scramble and intercept suspect aircraft
* Control fighter, surveillance, refuelling and unmanned aircraft as they support a number of different training and operational tasks
* Work alongside civilian controllers as an Area Radar controller ensuring military aircraft operate safely amongst civilian airliners in the UK’s congested airspace
* Provide specialist Battle Space Management support to both UK and multi-national exercises and operations around the world
* Deploy on military operations as part of the Tactical Air Traffic Control team that establishes temporary runways in austere locations in support of agencies including UK Special Forces.
You will gain a Level 4 certificate in Management, undertake a Level 5 Air Traffic Controller Apprenticeship – recognised in civilian air traffic control – and you could also have the opportunity to study an Airspace Management Foundation Degree, subject to allocation.
The UK manages one of the busiest and most complex pieces of airspace in the world. A range of specialist air traffic controller roles contribute to the safe and efficient movement of aircraft with civil and military operations working collaboratively to maintain a fully integrated service to all users, 24 hours a day, every day of the year. This apprenticeship is the same as the one undertaken by civilian Air Traffic Controllers.
_*MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS*_
You will need GCSEs (or acceptable equivalents) at a minimum of Grade 4 in English Language and Mathematics
or
Scottish Certificate of Education (SCE) Standard Grades at a minimum of Grade 2, in English Language and Mathematics
or
Scottish National Equivalent (SNE) grades at Grade 5, in English Language and Mathematics
_*REQUIREMENTS*_
* Be aged 17 and-a-half years old – 38 years old (Must attest before 39th birthday)
* You will need to meet specific Nationality and Residency criteria. Please see full details in the Entry Requirements section below
* Commit minimum 3 years post Phase Two Training
* Meet the health and fitness criteria
* Pass a Fitness test
_*WHAT HAPPENS AFTER APPLYING?*_
Joining the RAF takes several steps. Below is an overview of the process.
*Aptitude test*
The first step in the application process is a series of Computer Based Aptitude Tests (CBAT). These tests ensure we match the right candidate to the right role. They take place over one day at the Officers and Aircrew Selection Centre at the RAF College Cranwell in Lincolnshire, and measure your ability to perform specific tasks such as:
* How well you respond physically to visual information
* Your ability to interpret information in two dimensions and devise a three-dimensional solution
* Your ability to complete several tasks simultaneously
* Your natural abilities, including deductive reasoning, spatial reasoning, work rate and concentration, and verbal and numerical reasoning
*AFCO Interview*
Selection interviews help us get to know you a little better – and vice versa. You’ll get to show your skills and experience, and we’ll answer any questions you have about joining the RAF.
The first of these interviews happens at a local AFCO and covers the following topics:
* Family life
* Education
* Work experience
* Special interests or hobbies
* Interest in the RAF
*Health Assessment*
You’re legally required to meet certain medical standards, and must pass an occupational health assessment to show you’re fit for military duty. As part of this assessment we will check your overall health, focusing on areas like hearing, eyesight and body mass index.
*Fitness Test*
A good level of fitness is critical to joining the RAF, it’s also something that must be maintained throughout your career. You’ll need to complete a Pre-Joining Fitness Test (PJFC). This will take place at a local gym near to you, and is a 2.4km run.
*OASC*
This will be your second visit to the Officers and Aircrew Selection Centre. OASC lasts one day, but you will arrive the day before. You will be assessed on your leadership, teamwork, communication, motivation, and problem solving.
The day will end with an interview. The first half of the interview covers your achievements at school and college, in sports, your community, at work, and as a cadet, scout or guide.
The second half explores your motivation for joining the RAF – what you know about current affairs and the RAF’s role in the national and international arena, current operations the RAF is involved in and your knowledge about the RAF and the role you’ve applied for.
_*CAREER, TRAINING & EDUCATION*_
At any level or position your personal success is vital to make us succeed too. We are dedicated to your future, as it is essential to ours. You will receive basic and specialist training in your field and we even provide the option to pay for your education. The experience you gain with the RAF will equip you to work at the top of your field, both in the UK and overseas.
Your career will start with the Basic Recruit Training Course (BRTC) at RAF Halton in Buckinghamshire.
Following Basic Recruit Training, you will complete the Direct Entrant Senior Non-Commissioned Officer (DE SNCO) Course.
Specialist training is delivered at the Defence College of Air and Space Operations at RAF Shawbury in Shropshire, or the Operational Conversion Unit at RAF Boulmer in Northumberland.
Following successful completion of your specialist training, where you go will depend on your specialisation.
_*WHAT NEXT?*_
Now you’re a fully-fledged member of the RAF.
For more information please contact us.
_*APPLY NOW*_
Start your application here.
Pay: £25,200.00-£47,500.00 per year
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Enhanced paternity leave
* Free fitness classes
* Free or subsidised travel
* Free parking
* Gym membership
* On-site gym
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Pay: £25,200.00-£47,500.00 per year
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Enhanced paternity leave
* Free fitness classes
* Free or subsidised travel
* Free parking
* Gym membership
* On-site gym
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person
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