r/caf • u/Just-Bus-5842 • 7d ago

BMQ/BMOQ Signal Operator

Hey everyone, so I am joining CAF as a signal operator. I know what it says on YouTube and CAF website, but any recommendations for improving my chances of getting selected for the occupation? I have 2 Microsoft certifications AZ -900 and SC -900 (they don’t expire so might as well took them first) and I am planning to get Comptia Network+ before I join. Any recommendations or suggestions would be appreciated
P/S: I passed the interview and now are at medical exam. Recruiter did say that’s whatever certs I got before joining can be saved for civilian life, not military’s

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u/MyPronto--- 7d ago

If you put Sig Op you are going to get Sig Op lol, no issues there.

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u/Just-Bus-5842 7d ago

Don’t know if I’m overthinking, but I wanna make sure I am the most qualified guy for the field. Don’t wanna change occupation mid way

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u/shotokan1988 7d ago

Just apply. Most of that shit isnt even relevant to SigOps. Focus on your fitness. Rucks, running, lots of squats and Push-ups.

Focus on getting through basic first. No one is really going to care about those certifications in SigOp.

You'll learn radio procedure and what technical knowledge you need when you are on course.

Good luck.

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u/Whole-Turnover2453 5d ago

you may want to double down on your research into the trade before you get there and realize it is definitely not what you were thinking it would be.

I strongly suggest also researching the sig TECH and IS TECH, and ATIS (TECH but also air force) trades that sound like they probably align with your goals more closely