Intelligence Analyst (Linguist)

The RAF relies heavily on defence intelligence to support operations in both peace and war time. Intelligence Analysts (Linguist) interpret foreign language transmissions using state-of-the-art surveillance systems. They provide vital intelligence to support military forces deployed around the world.

Typical Responsibilities:

• Collect, collate and evaluate intelligence from multiple sources.
• Monitor and analyse radio and electronic transmissions broadcast throughout the world.
• Gather valuable information about enemies strengths, weaknesses and movements
• Disseminate tailored Intelligence to commanders, aircrew or troops on the ground.

IN THE RAF MY ROLE

‘My role is to intercept, listen to and analyse foreign signals – and then pass information on to commanders so that British Armed Forces can carry out their roles safely. I could be listening to air traffic control or communications between foreign troops.’

MY DAY

‘RAF Intelligence Analysts work pretty hard and we work shifts. But I never wanted a nine-to-five job and I like knowing that what I do really matters. Because of my language skill, I was deployed overseas during recent operations. My role was to screen radio communications and highlight anything that was of intelligence interest.

Being on operation was an amazing experience – we all slept in tents and lived out of our kit bags. At the start of my training for this job I studied a foreign language in a small group class as well as learning how to operate the equipment. After initial training, we go back quite frequently for further language study.

LEANNE, INTELLIGENCE ANALYST (LINGUIST)

Contact your nearest Armed Forces Careers Office in Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness, if you would like to discuss the other opportunities available.