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What it is
- You'll join the armed forces and direct aircraft so pilots land safely in busy airspace.
- You'll use radar and radio to manage helicopters and jets around ships or naval air stations.
- You'll make fast, clear decisions in tough conditions, including extreme weather and conflict.
Who it's for
- Aged 18 to 34.
- At least 72 UCAS points and 5 GCSEs (9–4/A–C) including English and Maths at B/6+ (or Scottish equivalent).
- Meets physical and medical standards (minimum height 151.5cm, BMI 18–28) and can pass CBAT and specialist aviation medical.
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It’s not just the air space directly above you that you’ll be responsible for. You’ll control the flow of air traffic for a 30-mile radius. Given this could be anywhere in the world depending on where your missions take you – with civilian and private traffic, extreme weather and potential conflict to consider – you’ll need to be completely on the ball. Whether you’re in the middle of the ocean on board an aircraft carrier like the new Queen Elizabeth, or on shore at a Royal Naval Air Station, the lives of your crewmates will be in your hands.
Your role
- Monitor the airwaves and make sure each and every one of the helicopters and jets under your watch lands safely.
- Use your knowledge of our world-class kit, and understanding of your environment, to give clear instructions to pilots and crew.
- Operate sophisticated radar and communication systems, and collaborate with everyone in your team.
- Use your world-class communication skills to ensure the safety of your crew.
What you’ll get
- A starting salary of at least £33,000
- Earn up to £41,000 within two years
- Accelerated training and responsibility from day one
- Six weeks of paid holiday every year
- Free medical and dental care
- Subsidised travel and accommodation
- Adventurous training
- Excellent pension scheme
What you'll need
- You must be aged 18 to 34
- You’ll need a minimum of 72 UCAS points. These can be accrued from either GCE A/AS levels (or equivalent) or National Diplomas (e.g. BTEC)
- You’ll need at least 5 GCSEs at grades A-C (9-4) (or Scottish equivalent), which must include English and Mathematics at grade B/6 or above
- You must be a United Kingdom citizen or British Dual United States National to apply. Dual Nationality restrictions do apply
- Minimum height of 151.5cm
- A Body Mass Index (BMI) between 18 and 28
- Must pass CBAT. Specialist Aviation Medical at OASC, RAF Cranwell post AIB.
Skills and interests
- Able to thrive on responsibility
- A confident leader
- A passion for working as part of a team
- Calm under pressure
- Able to concentrate for long periods of time