RAF Regiment Reserves

The RAF Regiment is a highly specialised force with responsibility for providing Force Protection to enable and support air operations. Specialists in ground combat operations, the RAF Regiment contributes to the defence of RAF airfields in the UK and overseas. As a RAF Regiment Gunner, you will become a specialist in dismounted close combat tactics, fieldcraft and how air operations are conducted. You will learn to operate a wide variety of weapon systems, as well as an impressive array of state-of-the-art surveillance systems designed to help you locate the enemy and stop them from interfering with air operations. Additionally, there are opportunities to learn how to operate from a variety of armoured vehicles (location dependant) required to enable rapid mobility to protect RAF assets. The Part Time Volunteer Reserves element of the RAF Regiment supports the regular force. A RAF Regiment Reservist will mobilise on Operations and work alongside regulars for periods of up to a year and for shorter periods on Routine Support Duties. Reservists are involved in a wide range of Force Protection to RAF assets at home or deployed on operations or exercises.

We offer opportunities to increase your professional skill set; most of which are transferable, opportunities to travel and work, and chances to undertake adventure training home and abroad.