As an Engineer Officer (Communications Electronics) you are responsible for leading the engineering activity that supports the RAFs vast array of information technology, strategic communications services, satellite communications, air defence RADARs and the latest generation aircraft engineering and mission support systems.
What will you do?

• Be ready to deploy all over the world, providing essential communication services in support of air operations, humanitarian aid and disaster relief
• Provide engineering and mission support systems for the latest generation of aircraft
• Specialise in cyber security helping to defend communication networks across defence
• Manage and lead large teams of highly skilled technicians
• Play a vital role in keeping lines of communication open

Requirements at a glance

• Be aged 17.5 47 years old (Must attest before 48th birthday)
• An accredited Bachelors or Masters Degree in an appropriate STEM subject. Other degrees may be accepted if they contain modules in computing or engineering or are supported by previous education or experience.
• Candidates without the required degree can apply viathe Defence STEM Undergraduate Sponsorship (DSUS) Scheme, which is designed to help gain the relevant degree from university.
• GCSE Grade 4 or Scottish Certificate of Education (SCE) at Grade 2 or Scottish National Equivalent (SNE) at Grade C in English Language
• You will need to meet specific Nationality and Residency criteria. Please see full details in the Entry Requirements section below
• Pass the Officer and Aircrew Selection Centre
• Pass a Fitness test - Details below

Why Join The RAF?
Thanks to subsidised food, travel, accommodation and free gym you get more money in your pocket.

• Rent from £75p/m
• Free gym
• Subsidised food
• Health care
• World travel
• Training