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Air Force men and women are trained to operate some of the world's most high-tech equipment. From fighter jets to advanced communications, Air Force personnel are equipped to get the job done.
Pilots in the Air Force get to fly some of the fastest, largest and most hi-tech aircraft in the world. From the F/A-18 to the enormous C-17 Globemaster III, an Air Force pilot is well equipped to get the job done.
Forget charter and commercial work, this pilot role could see you command the fastest and most exciting aircraft in the Australian skies. Learn More
As airfields can be vulnerable to reconnaissance and attack from potential threats, Airfield Defence Guards are trained to conduct Patrol and Surveillance Operations (PSO) around potential approaches to airfields, thus providing early warning of threats and protection to military assets and personnel.
As a large airfield can be viewed as a small town with many different buildings, Airfield Defence Guards are trained to operate in an urban environment.
Airfield Defence Guards are trained in Aircraft Security Operations (ASO). The purpose of Aircraft Security Operations is to provide force protection to aircraft, aircrew, evacuees and essential equipment, both in flight and on the ground within the confines of an airfield.
Weapons handling and field operations are just some of the roles you'll be performing in this exciting role. Learn More
The F88SA1C Austeyr rifle is the current rife for the Australian Defence Force and the primary weapon of Airfield Defence Guards. The F88SA1C is fitted with 1.5x magnification optical sight, a 30-round magazine, and is most effective up to 300 metres range (or longer, depending on an individual's ability). ADGs will receive basic training on the F88SA1C while undergoing Recruit Training and more advanced training during initial employment training.
The Browning L9A1 pistol is specialised weapon issued as a personal weapon. The L9A1 has fixed open sights, a 13-round magazine, and is most effective up to 25 metres range. Airfield Defence Guards will be trained on this weapon during initial employment training.
Remington 870 12-Gauge Shotgun
The Remington 870 is a pump-action, tubular-magazine-fed, 12-guage repeating shotgun, capable of a high rate of fire with an effective range of 100 metres. The Remington 870 shotgun is generally used to gain entry into a facility. Airfield Defence Guards receive training in the use of the Remington 870 shotgun when they are posted to an Airfield Defence Squadron.
66mm M72A6 Light Direct Fire Support Weapon
The 66mm Light Direct Fire Support Weapon has an effective range of 250 metres and a maximum range of 350 metres. The primary use of the '66' is against light armoured vehicles with a secondary role against fortified poisitions and infantry formations. Airfield Defence Guards will be trained in the use of this weapon when they are posted to an Airfield Defence Squadron.
A Firefighter is employed on duties within the Air Force's emergency services structure. The Firefighter's primary role is to provide Airfield Rescue and Firefighting services. Other roles performed by Firefighters include:
The Rosenbauer Panther is RAAF's new 6x6 airport specific fire truck. With a full glass cabin for superior driver visibility and a completely computer controlled fire fighting system, the Panther can extinguish a fire with up to 8,500 litres of water or 1,200 litres of foam.
Aircraft Armament Technicians maintain the aircraft weapon systems from the computers on board through to the actual missile or bomb and play a critical role in Australia's defence.
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