Electronics Technician

Electronics Technician

Maintains and repairs all of the Army's electronic systems.

Most tanks and self-propelled guns use electronic sighting systems while guided weapons are entirely dependent on electronics.

The Army also relies on communications gear and information systems. That's a whole lot of electronics the Army uses, and making sure it's all working is the REME Electronic Technician.

You will need to stay on top of the latest technology, so it's likely you'll eventually specialise in a specific area such as telecommunications or armoured systems.

You'll finish your trade training as Lance Corporal and after six months as a Class 3 if you've proved you're up to it, you'll be promoted to Class 2, and get a pay rise.


Entry requirements:

GCSE: Grade C or better in English language, mathematics and a science.
Or,
BTEC: Engineering (Electrical/Electronic) City & Guilds Level 2.

You will come away with:

  • BTEC National Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
  • Four PDUs for Incorporated Engineer.
  • NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance.
  • HND in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.

If selected for Artificer training you can study for a degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.