RAF officers work in a number of roles and are responsible for the welfare and discipline of personnel under their command.
£33,000 - £51,000
37 to 39 a week (between 8am and 6pm)
You'll need:
You'll need to:
You can get into this job by applying directly.
You can apply directly for roles as an RAF officer.
You'll need a minimum of:
If your application is accepted, you'll be invited to talk to an adviser at your local armed forces careers office about what you want to do. You'll also take an aptitude test.
If you're successful, you'll be invited to attend the Officers and Aircrew Selection Centre at RAF College, Cranwell in Lincolnshire. You'll take part in a one-day selection process which includes tests for aptitude, initiative and fitness. You'll then have an interview and a medical examination.
You can join the RAF Reserve in some roles as a part-time officer. This will give you experience of what life is like in the Royal Air Force, and you'll learn new skills at the same time.
You'll need to:
If you're between 13 and 17 years old, you can join the Air Cadets.
The skills you learn and experiences you gain will benefit you whatever career path you choose. Cadets have many opportunities, including UK and overseas camps, leadership courses and air experience flights.
Most RAF officers join as direct entrants and receive specialist officer training rather than doing an apprenticeship.
Visit RAF Recruitment for information on the apprenticeships and training and development that the RAF does offer.
You'll find more details about how to become an officer through RAF Recruitment.
As an RAF officer, your duties will depend on your job.
You could:
You could work at a military base or in a warzone.
Your working environment may be outdoors in all weathers and physically and emotionally demanding.
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