Flight Operations Manager

TN United Kingdom; Ruislip; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join as Reserve Flight Operations Managers. In this vital role, you will oversee the planning and management of operational support functions for the RAF's flying tasks. Your responsibilities will include creating flight plans, advising on flight safety, and supervising teams of Flight Operations Assistants. This position offers unique opportunities for personal development and the chance to gain valuable experiences while serving your country. If you have a passion for aviation and a commitment to excellence, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Previous military experience in Flight Operations is essential.
• Must have attained the rank of SNCO.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage flight plans for RAF operations.
• Supervise Flight Operations Assistants and ensure safety.

Skills

Flight Operations Management

Team Supervision

Flight Safety Advisory

Education

Previous Military Experience

Rank of SNCO

Job description

You will look after the planning and management of the operational support functions needed for the RAF’s flying tasks. In your role you will:

1. Create flight plans
2. Advise on flight safety
3. Supervise teams of Flight Operations Assistants

Minimum education requirements:

You will need to have previous military experience within Flight Operations obtaining the rank of SNCO.

Requirements:

• Be aged 18-54 (Applicants must apply no later than age 54 and 9 months in order to attest before 55th birthday)
• Be a UK citizen or have dual UK/other nationality
• Commit 27 days per year

Reserve role locations:

Reserve roles exist in specific reserve squadrons, which in turn are located at specific RAF bases. As you will not be resident at those bases (except on multi-day operations or exercises), geographic proximity to where you live is important. These are the bases where this role is active:

• 502 Sqn, JHFS Aldergrove, Co Antrim
• 600 Sqn, RAF Northolt, Middlesex
• 602 Sqn, Glasgow, Scotland
• 611 Sqn, RAF Woodvale, Merseyside

Training and Career:

As a reserve member of the RAF you are a valued and important member of the force. Your personal success is vital to make us succeed too and we believe training is an essential foundation to this. You will receive basic training, and specialist training in your field to prepare you for your role with us.

Commitment:

We ask that you commit to a minimum of 27 days each year with us. This will mean you can get the most out of your role as a Reserve, progress and provide value to us. Each year includes a 15-day block for general RAF training, and 12 separate days for extra training or exercises. You could also be deployed to a UK or overseas base for up to 6 months after your first year with us.

Ongoing Development:

You will have valuable personal development opportunities together with the chance to work around the world, gaining unique experiences in the process. As well as RAF training packages and courses linked to outside professional bodies, we actively support individual study programmes at every level.

Transferable Skills:

The skills you learn with us as a Reserve will complement those that you use in the wider world, providing value at work and at home too.

Why Join the Reserves?

The skills you acquire as a Reserve won’t just prepare you for the RAF, they will enhance your work and civilian life. You might be called up to assist with our operations worldwide for up to six months, during which you may be able to claim a pay award to cover your and your employer’s costs.

Commitment and Location:

You will have to commit to 27 days per year for 12 years minimum. Each year includes a 15-day block for general RAF training, and 12 separate days for extra training or exercises. You might be deployed to a UK or overseas base for up to 6 months after the first year.

What Happens After Applying?

Joining the RAF as a Reserve takes several steps. Below is an overview of the process:

1. Squadron information day
2. Selection Interview
3. Health assessment
4. Fitness test
5. Acceptance

Entry Requirements:

You must be aged 18-54. Applicants must apply no later than age 54 and 9 months in order to attest before 55th birthday. Ex-Regulars and specialist entrants may be considered on a case by case basis.

Applicants must also read all of the sections below and make sure they meet all entry requirements before submitting an application.

Education Requirements:

You will need to have previous military experience within Flight Operations obtaining the rank of SNCO.

Nationality & Residency:

You must be a UK, Republic of Ireland or Commonwealth citizen (with indefinite leave to remain immigration status). Whether or not you were born in the United Kingdom, you should have resided there for the 5 years immediately preceding your application. However, candidates with a minimum of 3 years will be considered. Commonwealth citizens require a minimum of 5 years residency in the UK prior to application.

Fitness Requirements:

You must be physically fit to complete both initial and specialist training, and to do your role effectively. As part of the application process you will need to do the Pre-Joining Fitness Test (PJFT), which takes place at a fitness centre local to you.