Operations Officer

CURRENTLY RECRUITING

Aircraft Analysis & maths Gaming & computers
INITIAL ANNUAL PAY DURING OFFICER TRAINING
£33,100+
+ BENEFITS

PAY AFTER 3 YEARS SERVICE + PROMOTION TO THE RANK OF FLT LT
£50,500+
+ BENEFITS

As an RAF Operations Officer you could be working from a field, a bunker, a building, a tent or even on an aircraft carrier.

What will you do?
You will be responsible for directing and supporting operations both in the UK and around the world, using sophisticated radar and communications technology to provide organisations with the information needed to make time-critical decisions. In your role you will:

• Create the recognised air picture, identifying all aircraft flying over the UK and monitor any suspicious air activity
• Be part of the team that provides the Army, and other services, with air situational awareness
• Run airfield operations in the central ops room ensuring that all flying programmes run smoothly and on time
• Task planning and coordination of a flying squadron to make sure operations run smoothly
• Negotiate with foreign partners to access international airspace
• Coordinate all UK armed forces for advance planning of an overseas deployment
• Monitor foreign surveillance satellites and highlight potential enemy action and espionage
• Track what’s happening in space, from space debris to the International Space Station
• Be part of the team that operates the Ballistic Missile Early Warning System, detecting and reporting any object that could threaten the UK, or our allies

Minimum Education Requirements

• As a minimum, you will need GCSEs at Grade C/4 or Scottish National 5 at Grade C in English Language, Maths/Application of Mathematics and at least three other subjects.
• In addition, you need at least 2 A2 Levels/3 Highers at Grade C or above (excluding General Studies or Critical Thinking) which must total a minimum of 64 UCAS points.

Requirements

• Be aged 17.5 – 47 years old (Must attest before 48th birthday)
• You will need to meet specific Nationality and Residency criteria
• Commit to a minimum of 3 years post Phase 2 Specialist Training
• Meet the health and fitness criteria
• Pass a Fitness test

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.
01
Phase one training

Initial Officer Training
24 weeks

RAF Cranwell

Your career will start with the Modular Initial Officer Training Course (MIOTC) at RAF College Cranwell in Lincolnshire where you will follow a challenging 24-week syllabus to develop your leadership and management skills.

WHY JOIN AS
AN OFFICER?

When you become an RAF Officer, your responsibilities start from day one. You’ll be tasked with leading a team, building a sense of camaraderie, and making quick decisions. Become tomorrow’s leader. Start today.

WHY JOIN
THE RAF?

Thanks to subsidised food, travel, accommodation and free gym you get more money in your pocket.

Rent from £75p/m

Free gym

Subsidised food

Health care

World travel

Training

View all benefits

WHAT HAPPENS
AFTER APPLYING

Joining the RAF takes several steps. Below is an overview of the process. The purpose of this process is for us to gauge whether you’re the right person for the RAF and for you to show us all of your skills and experiences that have made you who you are.
1
Aptitude test
Stage 1 of 7

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

2
Filter interview
Stage 2 of 7

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 interviews covers the following topics:

• Family life
• Education
• Work experience
• Special interests or hobbies
• Interest in the RAF

3
Health Assessment
Stage 3 of 7

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.

We’ll also investigate any past illnesses and screen for health issues that may prevent you from carrying out your role. View details below for more information about the health standards you’ll need to meet.

4
Fitness Test
Stage 4 of 7

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 (PJFT). This will take place at a local gym near to you, and is a 2.4km run.

5
OASC
Stage 5 of 7

This will be your second visit to the Officers and Aircrew Selection Centre. OASC lasts one day, but you will arrive the day before. During this time the officers will be assessing 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.

6
Familiarisation visit
Stage 6 of 7

This takes place over 2 days and is designed to give you an insight into officer training. You’ll be issued with your initial kit, including your boots, attend lectures, and also repeat the fitness test taken at OASC.

7
Acceptance
Stage 7 of 7

Once you’ve successfully completed each phase of the application process you’ll be invited to a provisional offer of service interview at your nearest AFCO.

This is to ensure that you understand the terms and conditions of service in the RAF, are fully committed to joining, and prepared to commence training.

ENTRY
REQUIREMENTS

You must be aged between 17.5 – 47 years old (Must attest before 48th birthday)
Applicants must also read all of the sections below and make sure they meet all entry requirements before submitting an application.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Have these minimum grades:

GCSE pre–⁠⁠2017
GCSE 2017 and after
Scottish national 5

Mathematics/Application of Mathematics
C
Grade 4
C

English Language
C
Grade 4
C

Three Other Subjects
C
Grade 4
C

In addition, you need at least 2 A2 Levels/3 Highers at Grade C or above (excluding General Studies or Critical Thinking) which must total a minimum of 64 UCAS points.
Or, if you hold a UK degree at Grade 2:2 or higher (or acceptable alternative), you only need Mathematics/Application of Mathematics and English Language at a minimum of GCSE Grade C/4 or Scottish National 5 grade C.
If your qualifications are not listed, or you do not have any qualifications, please Contact Us to learn more about how you can join the Royal Air Force.

NATIONALITY & RESIDENCY

FITNESS REQUIREMENTS

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

BACKGROUND CHECKS

DISQUALIFYING FACTORS

If you don’t have any of the above, you might still be able to apply. For more information please contact us.

Pay: £30,100.00-£50,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free or subsidised travel
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Housing allowance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Relocation assistance
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person