CURRENTLY RECRUITING
INITIAL ANNUAL PAY
£25,200+
+ BENEFITS
As an Aviation Data Analyst you will use aeronautical information to create digital and paper charts, books and data sets, which will be used across Defence to deliver Air Power.
What will you do?
You will analyse and validate worldwide aeronautical navigation data that is critical to Flight Safety across Defence. In your role you will:
- Process digital mapping for use in front-line aircraft cockpit displays and mission planning systems, or updating charts that guide our aircrews safely through take-off, transit and landing
- Create charts depicting airways over countries around the world used by transport aircraft to carry troops to the front line
- Update charts that detail obstructions, like buildings and power lines so fast jets and helicopters can navigate safely at low levels
- Use cutting-edge software to create and develop new products, applications and ways of working.
Minimum Education Requirement
- Have GCSEs at Grade C/4 or Scottish National 5 at Grade C in English Language and Mathematics/Application of Mathematics.
Requirements
- Be aged 16 – 47 years old (Must attest before 48th birthday)
- You will need to meet specific Nationality and Residency criteria.
- Commit minimum 3 years post Phase Two Training
- Meet the health and fitness criteria
- Pass the Defence Aptitude Assessment
- Pass a Fitness test
CAREER, TRAINING & EDUCATION
At any level or position your personal success is vital to make us succeed too. We are dedicated to your future, as it is essential to ours. You will receive basic and specialist training in your field and we even provide the option to pay for your education. The experience you gain with the RAF will equip you to work at the top of your field, both in the UK and overseas.
Your career will start with the Basic Recruit Training Course at the RAF Halton in Buckinghamshire.
The next step is an 8-week Basic Specialisation Training Course at the School of Air Cartography, RAF Northolt.
After successful completion of the Basic Specialisation Training Course , you will gain a Defence Awarding Organisation (DAO) Level 4 Certificate in Aeronautical Cartography (QCF).
Much of our in-house training is accredited and/or recognised by external awarding bodies.
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER APPLYING
Joining the RAF takes several steps. Below is an overview of the process. The purpose of this process is for us to gauge whether you’re the right person for the RAF and for you to show us all of your skills and experiences that have made you who you are.
Aptitude test
The aptitude test has been designed to ensure you’re a good fit for the role you’re applying for. You’ll answer six multiple choice sections which each focus on a different skill:
- Verbal reasoning - use and interpretation of written information
- Numerical reasoning - ability with basic fractions, decimals and formulae
- Work rate - speed and accuracy of tasks
- Spatial reasoning - how shapes and objects work
- Electrical comprehension - working with electrical concepts
- Mechanical comprehension - grasp of mechanical concepts
Selection Interview
Here’s where we get to know you a little better. You’ll get to showcase your skills and experience, and we’ll answer any questions you have about joining us. Your interview will take place at a local AFCO and cover the following topics:
- Family life
- Education
- Work experience
- Special interests or hobbies
- Interest in the RAF
- Training
- The role you’ve applied for
- The RAF
You will be asked a series of standard questions during the interview, and be able to ask your own questions during the debrief that takes place afterwards.
Health Assessment
You’re legally required to meet certain medical standards, and must pass an occupational health assessment to show you’re fit for military duty. As part of this assessment we will check your overall health, focusing on areas like hearing, eyesight and body mass index.
Fitness Test
A good level of fitness is critical to joining the RAF, it’s also something that must be maintained throughout your career. You’ll need to complete a Pre-Joining Fitness Test (PJFC). This will take place at a local gym, and is a 2.4km run.
The performance level you’ll need to meet differs by age and gender. You can also find help, and a training plan, to assist you in your preparation here.
Acceptance
Once you’ve successfully completed each phase of the application process you’ll be invited to a provisional offer of service interview at your nearest AFCO. This is to ensure that you understand the terms and conditions of service in the RAF, are fully committed to joining, and prepared to commence training.
Training
Basic Recruit Training
This takes place over 10 weeks at RAF Halton in Buckinghamshire. It will make you fitter and more confident. It will challenge you mentally and physically, and it will prepare you for your career with us. There are 6 phases:
- Arrival - You’ll be sworn into the RAF and be given a service number
- General Service training - You’ll learn about marching, drills, core values and our code of conduct
- Initial Force Protection training - Fighting and survival in a military environment
- Exercise Blue Warrior - 4 days in the field with real battle conditions
- Force development training - Apply your skills in new environments with adventurous training activities
- Graduation
What next?
Now you’re a fully-fledged member of the RAF you can receive role specific training.
For more information please contact us.
APPLY NOW
Start your application here.
Pay: From £25,200.00 per year
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free or subsidised travel
- Gym membership
- Housing allowance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
