Aircrew Officer Royal Navy - Observer/Weapon Systems

Become: Aircrew Officer Royal Navy - Observer/Weapon Systems

You are aged 17 to 23, hold British citizenship and have A Level or equivalent educational qualifications totalling at least 180 UCAS points. Capable of thinking in three dimensions and visualising objects and events under the water and over the horizon, you also have the commitment and stamina to cope with long and demanding training. Entry is by competitive selection, carried out by the Admiralty Interview Board (AIB). You are also required to pass flying aptitude tests. Both School Leavers and Graduates are sought, the former salary starting at £15268 and rising to £24132 on passing out of general naval training at Britannia Royal Naval College Dartmouth and the latter £29006. After successful completion of aviation training, Flying Pay is also earned.

About: Aircrew Officer Royal Navy - Observer/Weapon Systems

The Royal Navy (RN) is the oldest of the UK Armed Services and operates world-wide 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. "First and foremost a fighting force, the RN serves alongside allies in conflicts around the world. We also protect Britain's ports, fishing grounds and merchant ships and help tackle international smuggling, terrorism and piracy. Increasingly, we're involved in humanitarian and relief missions, where our skills, discipline and resourcefulness make a real difference to people's lives" (Royal Navy Career Guide Version 3)

In this highly skilled aviation position, you will be the expert user of the complex surveillance, anti-surface and anti-submarine warfare systems of the aircraft.