Operations Specialist

Royal Air Force

United Kingdom
Base: £26,300; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
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Monitoring uk airspace and aircraft
Managing aircraft mission planning systems
Scrambling quick reactions alert jets
** The Royal Air Force is seeking an Air & Space Operations Specialist (ASOS) to support various air operations, including mission planning and monitoring aircraft within UK airspace. Candidates must meet specific educational and residency requirements and be prepared for a minimum commitment of three years post-training. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves supporting aircrew and controllers to facilitate the successful planning and execution of flights and missions both in the UK and on worldwide operations.
  • Candidates will be responsible for monitoring all aircraft within UK airspace and assisting in the scrambling of Quick Reactions Alert Typhoon jets.
  • The position offers an initial annual pay of £26,300 plus benefits along with a commitment to a minimum of 3 years post training.

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** The Royal Air Force is seeking an Air & Space Operations Specialist (ASOS) to support various air operations, including mission planning and monitoring aircraft within UK airspace. Candidates must meet specific educational and residency requirements and be prepared for a minimum commitment of three years post-training. **

Salary

Base: £26,300; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Monitoring UK airspace and aircraft
  • Managing aircraft mission planning systems
  • Scrambling Quick Reactions Alert jets
  • Detecting foreign missile launches
  • Monitoring foreign surveillance satellites

Nice-to-have

  • Willingness to deploy worldwide
  • Ability to work in dynamic environments
  • Strong analytical thinking skills

Key Requirements

  • GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent in English and Maths
  • UK citizenship or dual nationality holder
  • Resided in UK for 5 years immediately preceding application
  • Pass Defence Aptitude Assessment (DAA)
  • Pass health assessment and fitness test
  • Joining age between 16 and 47

Work Rights

Must be UK citizen or dual UK/other national

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