Engineer Officers are responsible to the Captain for the operational capability of the platform and as such form part of the Command Team.
Air Engineers are responsible for the performance of fixed and rotary wing aircraft afloat and ashore.
Formed from the Instructor Officer branch, the role is predominantly a Human Capital function.
SUY Officers proceed directly to their specialist training waiving Fleet Time on the basis of their proven experience.
Training is structured and accredited by a number of professional bodies leading to the potential award of Chartered Engineer status.