Can I choose a role in AFU?
Choosing a role and specialty when joining AFU. Updated: October 2026.
Yes. Selection of a role at AFU takes into account your skills, experience and preferences. The recruiter will help you determine the direction that best suits you: drones, EW, combat medicine, communications, engineering and mining, logistics and others. Details below.
How the role is selected
At the interview, the recruiter will ask about civilian experience, skills and desires. Next, you compare it together with the actual needs of the unit. Important: The role is not a "competition where you lose", but a joint search for the place where you will be most useful.
A complete overview of directions with a description is on the page what specialties are there in AFU.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my role after joining?
It is possible - through the commander and additional professional training. But it is better to first carefully choose a role during a conversation with a recruiter.
What if no role fits?
This does not mean that there is no place for you. Leave an application with a description of your experience - the recruiter will find a direction.
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