Parachute Dog Handler

Il y a 2 mois


Nîmes, Occitanie, France Armée de l'Air et de l'Espace Temps plein

Job Summary

The Parachute Dog Handler is a critical member of the Armée de l'Air et de l'Espace team, responsible for protecting and supporting air force operations. As a Parachute Dog Handler, you will work closely with our canine units to detect and neutralize threats, ensuring the safety of our personnel and assets.

Key Responsibilities

  • Protect air force personnel and assets on domestic and international missions
  • Operate in a variety of environments, including bases and deployment zones
  • Work with canine units to detect and neutralize threats
  • Conduct training and exercises to maintain and improve skills
  • Collaborate with other teams to achieve mission objectives

Requirements

  • French nationality
  • Less than 30 years old at the time of contract signing
  • Level 3 education
  • Pass selection tests, including medical exams related to the specialty

Training and Development

  • 6-week military training at the Centre de Préparation Opérationnelle du Combattant de l'Armée de l'air (CPOCAA) in Orange
  • 5-week MAQUIS stage on the base aérienne d'Orange
  • 4-week stage specific to maître-chien on the base aérienne d'Orange
  • 8-week MATOU stage on the base aérienne d'Orange

Benefits

  • 45 days of annual leave
  • 75% discount on SNCF fares for you and up to 50% for your spouse and children
  • Equal salary for men and women
  • Aid to housing as an aviator and possible accommodation on base for new recruits