Air Traffic & Weapons Control

Royal Air Force

United Kingdom
Initial: £26,300; post-training: £47,700; benefits...
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Coordinate military air traffic operations
Direct fast jet intercept missions
Lead team of air & space operations specialists
** The Royal Air Force is seeking Air Traffic & Weapons Controllers to manage military aircraft and coordinate air traffic operations, both domestically and internationally. This role involves working with civilian controllers and leading teams in high-pressure environments while offering a comprehensive apprenticeship with extensive benefits. **

Job Summary

  • You will coordinate air traffic to and from military airfields while directing Typhoon jets to intercept suspect aircraft.
  • The role offers an apprenticeship leading to two Level 5 qualifications including a recognized Air Traffic Controller Apprenticeship.
  • Salary starts at £26,300 initially and increases to £47,700 after successful completion of approximately 14 months of training.

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** The Royal Air Force is seeking Air Traffic & Weapons Controllers to manage military aircraft and coordinate air traffic operations, both domestically and internationally. This role involves working with civilian controllers and leading teams in high-pressure environments while offering a comprehensive apprenticeship with extensive benefits. **

Salary

Initial: £26,300; Post-training: £47,700; Benefits: Free medical/dental, subsidised accommodation, catering, 6 weeks holiday

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Coordinate military air traffic operations
  • Direct fast jet intercept missions
  • Lead team of Air & Space Operations Specialists
  • Operate in congested civilian airspace
  • Set up temporary runways in austere locations

Nice-to-have

  • Adventurous training opportunities
  • Teamwork with civilian controllers
  • International mission support experience
  • Leadership and management aptitude

Key Requirements

  • GCSE English Language and Mathematics Grade C (4)
  • UK citizenship or dual nationality with 5 years residency
  • Age between 17.5 and 38 years old
  • Pass Officer & Aircrew Selection Centre assessment
  • Pass Computer Based Aptitude Test and fitness test

Work Rights

Must be UK citizen or dual national with 5 years residency

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