SO1 APAT

Job Summary

Recruiting Service

Royal Air Force

SERVE Ref/JPAN/URN

2064398

NATO Rank(s)

OF-4 - Cdr - Lt Col - Wg Cdr

UK Rank(s)

Wing Commander

Closing date

29/06/2026 23:55

Anticipated start date

January 2027

Engagement type

FTRS - Limited Commitment

Commitment length

5 Years

Post Owner Email

mike.wilson855@mod.gov.uk

Open to personnel from

Royal Air Force

Branch/Trade/ Profession

Air Crew

Specialisation

WSO (Any), Pilot (Any)

Location

HQ Air Cmd, RAF High Wycombe

Country

United Kingdom

City

London

Job Description

A vacancy has arisen for a Wing Commander Aircrew to serve as SO1 Aircrew Profession Advisor Team (APAT) at HQ Air Command, RAF High Wycombe on Full Time Reserve Service (Limited Commitment) Terms and Conditions of Service (TCoS), with an initial proposed start date of 04 January 2027.

This role requires RAF Aircrew with a wide range of experience and an extensive network of contacts to deliver SME advice at every level across Defence. Whilst the role is suitable for some flexible working, applicants should expect to attend HQ Air Command at least 3 days per week during a normal working pattern. GAI 1058 has full details, but roles include:

-       Monitoring the structural sustainability of the Aircrew Profession and initiating mitigating and/or remedial action.

-       Providing specialist advice and necessary staffing on Aircrew subjects including workforce planning, selection, recruiting, training, career management, remuneration, and retention.

-       Conducting specialist staffing of…

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