The second series following the lives of RAF Personnel is now available on Channel 4's catch-up service All4. Find out more on our dedicated page.
FIND YOUR
ROLE
RAF TOP GUNS
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START YOUR
CAREER
You will start your career in the RAF as either an Officer or Enlisted Aviator, this is dependant on your level of education and the role you choose.
You can join either as a full time Regular or you can decide to challenge and improve yourself in your spare time, by joining part time as an RAF Reserve.
Officer
To join as an Officer, you need to hold A-level equivalent qualifications or a university degree, depending on the role. As an Officer, you’ll need leadership and management skills in addition to technical skills, as you will be responsible for the welfare and discipline of men and women under your command.
Enlisted Aviator
Enlisted Aviators make up the majority of RAF personnel, bringing their specialist skills to provide vital ground support roles. The RAF will train you and support the development of your expertise crucial to our mission and also applicable in the civil world. You do not need specific qualifications to join as an aviator, we will provide all the training and certification.
TRY OUR
ROLE FINDER
With our Role Finder, you can explore all our jobs and refine your search with filters such as Age, Qualifications, Interests and Location.
EXPLORE
PROFESSIONS
Roles in the RAF are grouped into Professions so you work closely with the people that will help you achieve your best.
Aircrew are required to fly and fight, working with forces in the Air, Land, Maritime, Space, and Cyber domains to deliver UK Air Power.
Aircrew
Air and Space Operations are behind all our aircraft in the sky. You'll get stuck in with some of the most advanced aerospace technology on the planet and facilitate the successful planning and execution of missions.
Air Operations
Cyberspace professionals set up, operate, and maintain the technology the Royal Air Force relies on to communicate as well as combating the latest digital threats.
Cyberspace
Engineers manufacture, maintain and repair the equipment the Royal Air Force relies on. Can you find the solutions and fix the problems to keep the Royal Air Force moving?
Engineering
Ground Combat & Security are the team on the ground charged with protecting, training and keeping the Royal Air Force safe from national and international threats.
Ground Combat & Security
Hospitality is the fuel behind every Royal Air Force mission. No matter if you're in the sky or on the ground, it's up to Hospitality to give the RAF the energy it needs.
Hospitality
In Intelligence, you will be the eyes and ears that keep the Royal Air Force safe. Helping to obtain and analyse intelligence from a variety of sources.
Intelligence
In Logistics, you will be responsible for managing, organising and executing key tasks that keep the Royal Air Force moving.
Logistics
As part of Medical Services your primary mission is to ensure that personnel are medically fit to go where they are needed, both in the UK and the rest of the world.
Medical Services
RAF Musicians enjoy performing at the UK’s top venues and major State Ceremonial occasions.
Music
Wherever the Royal Air Force is based, you’ll be part of the team ready to offer support to those who need it.
People Operations
An Apprenticeship in the Royal Air Force offers you the chance to gain a professional qualification as part of a challenging and unique career.
Apprenticeships
Graduates in the Royal Air Force receive world class training and qualifications, lifting you above the crowd.
Graduates
Transferees and those considering rejoining after Service in the Royal Navy, Army or Royal Air Force.
Rejoiners and Inter-Service Transfer
EXPERIENCE FIRST-HAND
SOME OF OUR ROLES
Discover how different roles in the RAF work together in this immersive and interactive 1st person film
THE
MISSION
Many roles in the RAF come together to ensure operations run smoothly, both at home and overseas. Complete The Mission to discover how the RAF works as one.
CAREER &
BENEFITS
As part of the RAF you will receive unrivalled career options, world-class training opportunities and constant support.
SOCIAL, SPORTS
& ADVENTURE
Our vast choice of sports and activities on and off base means you can take part at all levels.
