Weapon Systems Operator (Electronic Warfare)

WSOP Electronic Pay after training: £34,700

Joining age: 17½-37

Open to: Men and women

Qualifications needed: 5 GCSEs/Standards at Grade C/3 minimum or equivalent, including English Language and Maths

Qualifications you can gain: A-levels, Degree or Masters Degree


Radar systems play a major role in keeping aircraft and their crew safe from enemy military. Aircrew need to know what’s happening in the air, on the ground and in the water during every second of operations.

That’s where the Electronic warfare specialist comes in. Expert training in radar equipment lets the Electronic Warfare WSOp create an accurate picture of the aircraft’s surroundings, making it easier to watch for attack.

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