2nd Squadron, DIU legion – Recruiting Comms and IT specialists
For those who do not know me, my name is Aiden Aslin, also known online as CossackGundi. I have been serving with 2nd Squadron for the past two years. Before that I spent four years with the Ukrainian Marines and was in Mariupol at the start of the full-scale invasion, before later ending up in captivity.
I was exchanged in late 2022 and eventually returned to service, joining 2nd Squadron in early 2024.
I now help out with recruitment for the Squadron. If you have questions or want to know more about a specific role, send me a message and I can either answer directly or put you in touch with one of the recruiters.
2nd Squadron, DIU / GUR International Legion, is currently looking to expand it's S6 (communications) function. Ofcourse, infantry and other role are always needed, but this post is specifically to look for the support side. We are looking for these specifics skills;
• Radio operators and radio programmers.
• Radio Telephone Operators (RTOs).
• Sysadmins and server admins.
• Telecom engineers/technicians (especially if got experience on cell towers).
• Electronic Warfare technicians.
• Drone technicians.
Basic requirements:
• English speaking
• Valid driving license
• 21–45 years old
• Physically fit
• Valid passport and able to travel to Ukraine
• Able to work as part of a team and follow instructions
Things that help:
• Previous military service, especially if in a similar comms/radio operator role.
• Radios, Starlink or other communications systems experience.
• Off-road or logistics driving.
• Ukrainian, Russian and/or Spanish language ability.
The process is pretty simple:
Reach out
Brief screening and discussion about your background and preferred role
Interview with the unit representative(s)
Official application through DIU / GUR
Travel to Ukraine, selection and training
Assignment to the role that best suits your experience
Before applying:
This is an active combat unit. If accepted, you should expect to deploy and take part in real operations supporting Ukraine. Even in a mostly support role, you will be working in dangerous conditions, and a risk of injury/death is very real.
The minimum contract is 6 months, so please do not apply unless you are genuinely prepared to commit to it and do the job properly.
This is not for tourists, people chasing an adrenaline rush, or anyone who just wants a few photos for Instagram before heading home. The work is hard, the conditions are rough, and you will be expected to pull your weight from day one.
If you are serious, dependable and think you have something to offer, send me a message.