RAF regiment gunner

As an RAF regiment gunner, your duties will depend on your job. You could:

• defend airfields in the UK and overseas
•  train other RAF personnel in defensive military skills
•  support Special Forces units
•  specialise in dismounted close combat
•  operate a variety of weapons and surveillance systems

• the ability to work well with others
• excellent verbal communication skills
• thinking and reasoning skills
• physical fitness and endurance
• patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• concentration skills
• the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
• to be flexible and open to change
• to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently

You can get into this job through:

• an apprenticeship
• applying directly

With experience, you could move up the ranks to sergeant or higher.

You could go into a wide range of careers once you leave the RAF. Your career choices will depend on the skills, training and qualifications you've gained during your service.

You can find details about support and opportunities from:

• Quest
• Career Transition Partnership
• Forces Employment Charity
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