Intelligence Officer

Don't limit yourself. You can apply for more than one position and we can help you find the right role. You can view and manage favourites here. Already applied? See what the next steps in the application process are below. What will you do? You'll be leading a team of highly motivated, bright individuals. In your role you will:

• Collect, collate and evaluate vast quantities of information to produce actionable reports
• Provide intelligence updates and threat assessments to support operational planning
• Provide intelligence support to aircrew before their missions
• Lead teams of skilled intelligence analysts to provide imagery or signals intelligence
• Brief senior officers, planning or operations staff to influence matters of international significance
• Be deployed frequently overseas, working alongside counterparts in the Royal Navy and the Army, or in a NATO Position, 24 weeks
RAF Cranwell You will complete the Initial Officer Training (IOT) Course at the RAF College Cranwell in Lincolnshire. Read more 02 Phase two training RAF Intelligence Course 18 weeks MOD Chicksands The next step is an RAF Intelligence Course - Officer (RAFIC-O), where you will learn the fundamentals of Air Intelligence. Read more 03 First tour Specialist training Ongoing As assigned Your first tour will be at one of a range of military units and will focus on Operational Intelligence. Read more 04 Career prospects Ongoing training Ongoing As assigned You will join the RAF on an Initial Commission of 12 years and may be selected to serve on a pension-earning commission of 20 years or age 40; whichever is the latter during this time. Read more 05 Ongoing development Ongoing training Ongoing As assigned Initially you will move jobs every 2 years to develop your experience as an Intelligence Officer, and you should expect to deploy on operations regularly throughout your career. Read more 06 Transferable skills Ongoing training Ongoing As assigned The analytical and leadership skills as well as the experience you gain throughout your career as an Intelligence Officer. Read more, The first step in the application process is a series of Computer Based Aptitude Tests (CBAT). These tests ensure we match the right candidate to the right role. They take place over one day at the Officers and Aircrew Selection Centre at the RAF College Cranwell in Lincolnshire, and measure your ability to perform specific tasks such as:
• How well you respond physically to visual information
• Your ability to interpret information in two dimensions and devise a three-dimensional solution
• Your ability to complete several tasks simultaneously
• Your natural abilities, including deductive reasoning, spatial reasoning, work rate and concentration, and verbal and numerical reasoning
2 Filter Interview Stage 2 of 7 Selection interviews help us get to know you a little better - and vice versa. You'll get to show your skills and experience, and we'll answer any questions you have about joining the RAF. The first of these interviews happens on-line and covers the following topics:
• Family life
• Education
• Work experience
• Special interests or hobbies
• Interest in the RAF
3 Health Assessment Stage 3 of 7 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. We'll also investigate any past illnesses and screen for health issues that may prevent you from carrying out your role. View details below for more information about the health standards you'll need to meet. 4 Fitness Test Stage 4 of 7 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 (PJFT). 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. 5 OASC Stage 5 of 7 This will be your second visit to the Officer and Aircrew Selection Centre. OASC lasts one day, but you will arrive the day before. During this time the officers will be assessing your leadership, teamwork, communication, motivation, and problem solving. The day will end with an interview. The first half of the interview covers your achievements at school and college, in sports, your community, at work, and as a cadet, scout or guide. The second half explores your motivation for joining the RAF - what you know about current affairs and the RAF's role in the national and international arena, current operations the RAF is involved in and your knowledge about the RAF and the role you've applied for. 6 Familiarisation visit Stage 6 of 7 This takes place over 2 days and is designed to give you an insight into officer training. You'll be issued with your initial kit, including your boots, attend lectures, and also take another fitness test. Instructions and requirements will be sent to you in advance. Once you've successfully completed each phase of the application process you'll be invited to a provisional offer of service interview. 7 Training Stage 7 of 7 (M)IOT and officer staff training The Modular Initial Officer Training Course (MIOTC) has been designed to set commissioning officers up for their career in the RAF with the right skills and knowledge. This training will provide a solid platform for your continued development. Visit our Cranwell training page for more information about (M)IOT and the rest of officer training.


• As a minimum, you will need GCSEs at Grade C/4 or Scottish National 5 at Grade C in English Language, Mathematics and at least three other subjects.
• In addition, you need at least 2 A2 Levels/3 Highers at Grade C or above (excluding General Studies, Critical Thinking and Citizenship Studies) which must total a minimum of 64 UCAS points.
• Alternatively, if you hold a UK degree at Grade 2:2 or higher (or acceptable alternative) you only need Mathematics and English Language at a minimum of GCSE Grade C/4-5 or Scottish National 5 grade C.
Requirements
• Be aged 17.5 - 47 years old (Must enter Initial Officer Training before 48th Birthday Upper age limit of 48 for Internal Commissioning Scheme)
• Be a citizen of the UK since birth and must not hold (and never have held) any nationality or citizenship (including joint nationality) other than British, British Overseas Territory or dual British Irish citizenship
• Must have resided in the UK for at least 7 years immediately preceding application
• Parent/Spouse must currently have UK citizenship
• Commit to minimum of 12 years service
• Meet the health and fitness criteria
• Pass a Fitness test - Details below, 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., Must be aged 17.5 - 47 (Must enter Initial Officer Training before 48th Birthday).
Applicants must also read all of the sections below and make sure they meet all entry requirements before submitting an application. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Have these minimum grades: GCSE pre- 2017 GCSE 2017 Onwards Scottish National 5 Mathematics C Grade 4 C English Language C Grade 4 C Three other subjects C Grade 4 C In addition, you need at least 2 A2 Levels/3 Highers at Grade C or above (excluding General Studies, Critical Thinking and Citizenship Studies) which must total a minimum of 64 UCAS points. Alternatively, if you hold a UK degree at Grade 2:2 or higher (or acceptable alternative) you only need Mathematics and English Language at a minimum of GCSE Grade C/4-5 or Scottish National 5 grade C.

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