Technical Trades
Nothing beats a career in one of our Technical Trades if you like working with your hands, solving problems and being part of a well-functioning team. Expect a mix of hands-on training and theory. Learn how to use the tools of the trade, read calculations, understand technical drawings and use precision instruments.
// AERONAUTICAL METAL WORKER
As a vital part of our ground crew, you’ll be trained to manufacture and repair a variety of equipment, using various metals and alloys.
// AIRCRAFT Technician
Reckon you could strip down an aircraft and rebuild it? With this job you’ll find out how – servicing, overhauling and maintaining our aircraft systems and components.
// ARMAMENT Technician
This varied role includes being responsible for maintaining weapons systems, small arms, explosives demolition, countermeasures and guided missiles for our fleet of aircraft and our personnel.
// AVIONICS Technician
As an Avionics Technician, it’s your job to keep the equipment on our aircraft in the tip-top condition required for conducting military operations.
// COMPOSITES Technician
In this hands-on role, you’ll be responsible for the manufacture and repair of all kinds of aircraft and support equipment.
// GSE Technician
As a Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Technician, you’ll help maintain a wide range of specialist vehicles and equipment.
// MACHINIST
As a machinist, you’ll be responsible for manufacturing and repairing aeronautical and non-aeronautical equipment using a range of complex and technically advanced machines and tools.
// SAFETY & SURFACE Technician
This varied role covers safety equipment and aircraft finishing - checking and maintaining everything from parachutes, life rafts and survival kits to painting the exterior surfaces of our aircraft.