RAF Survival Equipment Technician — Aircrew Gear

Royal Air Force (RAF); Cranwell; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Air Force (RAF) is seeking a Survivor Equipment Specialist. The role covers locations across the UK with potential overseas service during exercise and operations. You will maintain, test and repair aircrew survival equipment and parachutes, supporting survival for aircrew and passengers in UK and overseas deployments.

The position involves working with cutting-edge equipment essential to flight safety and emergency readiness, contributing to mission success across varied environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, test and repair cutting-edge aircrew equipment used in flight and during aircraft emergencies.
• Pack, maintain and repair the parachutes used in ejection seats, and by airborne forces.
• Provide a key role aiding aircrew and aircraft passenger survival both in the UK and when deployed overseas.

Skills

Maintenance

Repair

Parachute packing

Aircrew equipment

Job description

Royal Air Force (RAF) is seeking a Survivor Equipment Specialist. The role covers locations across the UK with potential overseas service during exercise and operations. You will maintain, test and repair aircrew survival equipment and parachutes, supporting survival for aircrew and passengers in UK and overseas deployments.

The position involves working with cutting-edge equipment essential to flight safety and emergency readiness, contributing to mission success across varied environments.