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LEGAL
Law in the RAF addresses the rules and regulations of the organisation , society at large and the international community . As an RAF Legal Officer , you will have a wide variety of legal challenges linked to the force and will play a central role in ensuring that we function smoothly .
Legal Officer
You ’ ll help to ensure that the RAF operates within its rules and regulations and within those of society and the international community . You could undertake a range of legal duties – from gathering evidence to advising personnel on civil legal matters .
ENGINEERING
Around one-third of all RAF personnel are engineering and technical specialists , working on everything from aircraft engines to X-ray security machines .
Engineering Officer AeroSystems
Aircraft Technician ( Mechanical )
Aircraft Technician ( Avionics )
Wherever in the world our aircraft go , our Engineer Officers go too . You ’ ll work with state-of-the-art technology and learn to manage teams of up to 150 technicians .
You ’ ll carry out important maintenance and repair work on the structure and engines of our aircraft , making sure they are always fit to fly . You could help check aircraft for damage or wear and tear after they return from a flight , or help give them a regular overhaul .
Your role involves maintaining and repairing the sophisticated electronics on board our aircraft . You ’ ll look after communications technology , navigation systems and engine wiring , carrying out anything from last-minute checks to in-depth repairs on our aircraft .
Commissioned Specialisations Non-commissioned Specialisations * Reserves Only Specialisations