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Fly, maintain or support some of the world''s most advanced aircraft. Apply nowShortlist About the role As an Air Battle Manager, youll take control of the air battle, while leading a team. Youll perform surveillance and control duties using complex electronic command and control systems, with the aim of guiding airborne assets to where they are most needed. This role is part of the Officer Aviation career specialisation and as you progress through your training, youll be assigned into either the Mission or Pilot pathway. For more information on these pathways, and the roles that sit within each, visit the Officer Aviation pathways page. What you''ll do Youll operate technically advanced systems including radar, communications and tactical data links to accomplish your assigned mission. Using these advanced systems, youll detect, locate and identify air and surface targets and disseminate this information using various communication and information systems. As you gain experience, youll have the opportunity to lead teams and apply critical decision making to influence the outcome of air battles. Effective command, control and communication is essential to successful Air Force combat operations and as an Air Battle Manager, youll be pivotal in achieving it. Key InformationDutiesTraining and skillsProgressionAdditional informationLocations Duties Your duties may include: airspace surveillance operating radar and using communications and tactical data links controlling and directing aircraft from the ground critical decision making. Training and skills With paid training, you''ll gain all the skills you need to tackle anything this rewarding role throws at you. Plus, youll be supported by professional and enthusiastic Air Force personnel wholl provide the necessary guidance to ensure youre prepared. As an officer, you''ll learn additional skills and duties to become highly trained and efficient in supporting the security and safety of your place of work and those around you. This involves providing leadership, management, administration and career advice to junior members and officers within your team. This training and support continues as your career progresses, equipping you with a range of skills that will benefit you, wherever your career takes you Progression Opportunities for progression and upskilling continue throughout your career as an officer. As you progress, the Air Force will provide you with leadership, management and communications training to develop your ability to effectively manage your teams. Youll also be provided with training opportunities to further develop your role-related skills. This world-class training will strengthen your skillset and enable you to become an influential leader in the Air Force. Although youll start your career working on land, controlling the skies and performing critical surveillance, opportunities exist to perform your role as an ABM flying in the E-7A Wedgetail aircraft. As an officer in the Air Force, you may also undertake a posting to an Any Officer role during your career, such as instructor/training roles and staff officer roles. This experience helps you broaden your skill set and prepare for more senior roles. Additional information In-Service Information In the Air Force, this role is known as: Air Battle Manager Title abbreviation: ABM. Locations Following training, you could be employed in flying and non-flying roles at almost any location across the country or overseas. However, your early posting will likely be to: No. 1 Remote Sensor Unit (1RSU), RAAF Base Edinburgh, SA No. 2 Squadron (2SQN) or No. 3 Control and Reporting Unit (3CRU), RAAF Base Williamtown, NSW No. 114 Mobile Control and Reporting Unit (114MCRU), RAAF Base Darwin, NT. Discover where the Air Force operates across Australia on our base locations map. Duties Duties Your duties may include: airspace surveillance operating radar and using communications and tactical data links controlling and directing aircraft from the ground critical decision making. Training and skills With paid training, you''ll gain all the skills you need to tackle anything this rewarding role throws at you. Plus, youll be supported by professional and enthusiastic Air Force personnel wholl provide the necessary guidance to ensure youre prepared. As an officer, you''ll learn additional skills and duties to become highly trained and efficient in supporting the security and safety of your place of work and those around you. This involves providing leadership, management, administration and career advice to junior members and officers within your team. This training and support continues as your career progresses, equipping you with a range of skills that will benefit you, wherever your career takes you Progression Opportunities for progression and upskilling continue throughout your career as an officer. As you progress, the Air Force will provide you with leadership, management and communications training to develop your ability to effectively manage your teams. Youll also be provided with training opportunities to further develop your role-related skills. This world-class training will strengthen your skillset and enable you to become an influential leader in the Air Force. Although youll start your career working on land, controlling the skies and performing critical surveillance, opportunities exist to perform your role as an ABM flying in the E-7A Wedgetail aircraft. As an officer in the Air Force, you may also undertake a posting to an Any Officer role during your career, such as instructor/training roles and staff officer roles. This experience helps you broaden your skill set and prepare for more senior roles. Additional information In-Service Information In the Air Force, this role is known as: Air Battle Manager Title abbreviation: ABM. Locations Following training, you could be employed in flying and non-flying roles at almost any location across the country or overseas. However, your early posting will likely be to: No. 1 Remote Sensor Unit (1RSU), RAAF Base Edinburgh, SA No. 2 Squadron (2SQN) or No. 3 Control and Reporting Unit (3CRU), RAAF Base Williamtown, NSW No. 114 Mobile Control and Reporting Unit (114MCRU), RAAF Base Darwin, NT. Discover where the Air Force operates across Australia on our base locations map. Take a look at the role requirementsBefore you apply, make sure you meet the basic role requirements. You''ll find detailed information on the Entry requirements tab. I am an Australian citizen, or an eligible Australian permanent resident I am at least 17 years oldYou can start your years or 16 years for ADFA. My background can be checkedTo obtain the minimum-security clearance, you must have lived in Australia or have a checkable background for the past 10 years. I have completed Year 12 Youll need to have passed English and 3 other approved Year 12 subjects or be in Year 12 and on track to pass them all. Or for ADFA, with an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) high enough to qualify for entry to the relevant degree program. I am reasonably fit and healthy Keeping fit is a big part of joining the ADF. Youll need to pass a physical fitness test before you join, but dont worry, we''ll give you tips to help you prepare. I have a valid drivers licence Youll need a standard full, provisional or probationary Australian drivers licence which is not suspended or cancelled.For entry to ADFA, you won''t need a driver''s licence but will be expected to attain one while at ADFA.