Communication and IT systems in the Air Force are among the most advanced in the world. They are developed largely to meet the demands of controlling aircraft across the globe, scanning the skies and transferring data and information for critical missions.

Joint Battlefield Airspace Control

Joint Battlefield Airspace Control (Air Traffic Control) is a service that directs aircraft both on the ground and in the air. Their main aim is to separate aircraft to prevent collisions, support pilots and keep them informed and assist the flow of airborne traffic.

In the Air Force, an Air Traffic Control Officer is refered to as a Joint Battlefield Airspace Controller (JBAC) and is responsible for aircraft control and airspace management across the whole battlefield. This means any airborne assets from Navy and Army. Specialist skills provided by Air Force JBAC's also include the coordination of airborne artillery, aircraft and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV's) all within the same airspace. JBAC is expected to operate at short notice from established and temporary airfields anywhere within Australia and overseas.

Joint Battlefield Airspace Controller

Working as an Air Traffic Controller is one thing. Working with the Air Force is another. This role could see you performing duties not only in Australia but also on missions overseas.

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Satellite Communications

In order to communicate to Air Force and other ADF units across the globe, the use of satellite communications is vital. Communication satellites work by positioning themselves in what is termed a 'geostationary orbit'. This means that the satellite takes exactly 1 day to complete an orbit in space and therefore appears to be stationary over a single point above the earth. This makes it easy for communications devices to be oriented towards the closest satellite in the network.

Signals Operator Technical

Your analytical abilities will enable you to work with the latest in communications receiving and analysing equipment to meet the intelligence and security needs of the Air Force.

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GPS

The global positioning system (GPS) is a network of satellites in orbit, transmitting precise microwave signals, which allow GPS receivers to determine their location, speed, direction and time. By receiving signals from a number of the satellites, a receiver can calculate its location and provide this as latitude and longitude or a position on a map.

The Air Force uses this technology for many purposes. The main one being precise navigation of its aircraft anywhere in the world. Another key use is the tracking of potential targets. If flagged hostile, guided munitions can be easily directed to their location.

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Intelligence Analyst

A unique and exciting opportunity to work in a highly classified environment providing intelligence support for the Air Force.

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