Operations Officer

Royal Air Force

United Kingdom
Initial training + 6 months: £34,600; after 3 year...
On-site
Create recognised air picture
Monitor suspicious air activity
Run airfield operations in ops room
The Royal Air Force is seeking an Operations Officer to direct and support operations globally, utilizing advanced radar and communications technology. The role involves monitoring air activity, coordinating airfield operations, and ensuring smooth deployment of military operations, with a starting salary of £34,600 and potential for growth

Job Summary

  • You will be responsible for directing and supporting operations both in the UK and around the world using sophisticated radar and communications technology.
  • The role involves creating the recognised air picture, identifying all aircraft flying over the UK, and monitoring any suspicious air activity.
  • Salary ranges from £34,600 during initial training to £50,500 after three years of service and promotion to Flt Lt.

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The Royal Air Force is seeking an Operations Officer to direct and support operations globally, utilizing advanced radar and communications technology. The role involves monitoring air activity, coordinating airfield operations, and ensuring smooth deployment of military operations, with a starting salary of £34,600 and potential for growth.

Salary

Initial Training + 6 months: £34,600; After 3 years promotion: £50,500; Benefits included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Create recognised air picture
  • Monitor suspicious air activity
  • Run airfield operations in ops room
  • Task planning for flying squadron
  • Coordinate UK armed forces deployment
  • Operate Ballistic Missile Early Warning Systems

Nice-to-have

  • Negotiate with foreign partners
  • Monitor foreign surveillance satellites
  • Track space debris and ISS
  • Time critical decision making
  • Team collaboration across services

Key Requirements

  • GCSE grade C/4 or Scottish National 5 at grade C in English, Maths, and 3 other subjects
  • 2 A2 levels/3 Highers at Grade C or above totaling minimum 64 UCAS points
  • UK degree at Grade 2:2 or higher or acceptable alternative
  • Citizen of United Kingdom or holder of Dual UK/other nationality
  • Resided in UK for 5 years immediately preceding application (3 years considered)
  • Pass Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
  • Successful completion of Officer & Aircrew Selection Centre (OASC)
  • Pass health assessment and fitness test
  • Commit to minimum of 3 years post phase 2 specialist training

Work Rights

Must be a citizen of the United Kingdom or holder of Dual UK/other nationality

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