Aerosystems Engineering Officer

The role

As an Aerosystems Engineering Officer you will manage the maintenance and operation of the RAF's cutting-edge aircraft and supporting technology.

Pay during Initial Officer training - £35,900 + benefits

Pay after 3 years of service and promotion to the rank of Flt Lt £54,700 + benefits

What will you do?

• Ensure aircraft are ready to fly at all times
• Provide engineering management for RAF aircraft maintenance
• Oversee the safety of munitions and other explosive materials
• Setting, influencing and maintaining air-safety policy and direction
• Lead and manage large teams of highly-skilled technicians

Entry requirements

• You must be aged 17.5 – 47 years old (Must attest before 48th birthday)
• An accredited Bachelor's or Master's in an appropriate engineering or scientific subject e.g.: aeronautical engineering; electrical engineering or electronic engineering.
• Degrees should be accredited by one or more of the 3 professional engineering institutions most closely aligned to the RAF’s needs:
  • The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET); The Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS); The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) - (Other degrees might be accepted at the discretion of the Engineer Specialist, please apply and this will be assessed on a case by case basis.)
• Applicants must also have a GCSE at Grade C /4 or Scottish National 5 at Grade C in English Language.
• You will need to meet specific Nationality and Residency criteria
• You will need to pass the Officer and Aircrew Selection Centre and a fitness test
  • Pre-joining fitness tests - find out more

Learn more about the benefits we offer here.

Nationality

You must be a citizen of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, holder of dual UK/other nationality or have been a Commonwealth citizen since birth (with ‘right to work’ immigration status). Employment restrictions may be imposed within the Specialisation. Non-British nationals applying for this Specialisation are required to certify that they have been advised of the employment limitations and the consequences of not naturalising as a British citizen.

Residency 

Whether or not you were born in the United Kingdom, you should have resided there for the 5 years immediately preceding your application, but candidates with a minimum of 3 years may be considered. If you have resided abroad for a period due to work or study, you may still be eligible on a case by case basis. This will be established during the selection process. The Nationality and Residency requirements are the foundation of obtaining the necessary security clearance. The nationalities of your spouse or partner, and parents, are also taken into account among other factors.

There will be further pre-employment checks and you will be expected to achieve the security clearance of Security Check (SC). Employment restrictions may be imposed in the future if you are unable to achieve an increased security clearance requirement for selected placements.

Career, Training and 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.

A Modern Force: The RAF recognises the value of a person’s ability no matter their ethnicity, social background, religion or belief, gender identity, sexual orientation or marital status/civil partnership.

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.

Benefits

• Support with personal Education.
• Private health and dental care.
• 38 days' paid holiday.
• Subsidised accommodation. 
• Worldwide Travel.
• Non Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Free sports facilities.
• Pay after 3 years of service and promotion to the rank of Flt Lt £54,700 + benefits

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