Communication Engineer

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Communication in the field is absolutely essential to our success. And as a Communication Engineer you’ll look after the networks and technology to make sure it is uninterrupted. You’ll repair and manage digital and satellite systems, computer networks and terminals. And you’ll do so while travelling the world and gaining valuable skills and qualifications along the way.

GET SKILLS

You’ll learn the advanced computing skills you need to set up, operate and repair communication networks used on the battlefield. Together with your Royal Signals team, you’ll also help create and manage digital exchanges, video links and networks. You’ll learn to use software from leading companies and configure Internet networks along with working the ins-and-outs of Cisco routers, VoIP, fibre optics and databases.

GET TRAINING

Basic training will teach you soldiering skills, like how to survive outdoors and fire weapons. The training will also develop your fitness before you study to become a specialist at the Royal School of Signals. You’ll learn how to set up and repair digital communication systems, study ultra-high frequency radio and become an expert in the use of satellite technology. The qualifications you get will set you up for whatever career journey you choose; whether in The Army or the civilian world.

GET QUALIFIED

The Army will pay for you to gain valuable qualifications. These could include:

Foundation and Advanced Apprenticeship - Information Communication Technologies

Variety of driving licences

NVQ Level 2 in IT

Level 2 Key Skills in Application of Numbers, Information and Communication Technology

City and Guilds Diploma for IT Practitioners and Advanced Diploma for IT Practitioners

Membership of the Institute of Engineering and Technology

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You should be:

Sex: Male or Female

Regular Army age: 16.6 - 32.11 years