Fast Jet Pilots - Expression of InterestThe RoleDraken Europe offers exciting careers that matter. We believe that mission success does not start with the mission itself. It begins with our people.
We are currently seeking expressions of interest from UK or International fast-jet pilots for our Red Air Aggressor role flying the Aero L-159 'Honey Badger'. This is primarily focused on future positions across Europe and may include multiple countries and bases. As an L159 Captain your experience, qualifications & knowledge should include: High level of personal and professional integrity.Strong focus on aviation safety and compliance.Strong airborne leadership skills.Ability to work through multiple tasks concurrently, prioritising as required to achieve the task safely.Adaptable when faced with dynamic situations.Accepts responsibility for decisions and actions.Ability to communicate and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Ability to work well under time pressure, high information load.Ability to analyse personal performance and/or to accept positive criticism in a constructive manner.Education/Vocational Qualifications UK CPL (A) (EASA, FAA or other ICAO compliant national equivalent with valid Instrument Rating and Type Rating to enable validation).Hold a UK CAA Class 1 medical (EASA, FAA or other ICAO compliant national equivalent).Holders of non-UK licences will utilise the UK CAA Licence Validation Process to enable them to fly G-reg aircraft.Completed AUPRT course.Over 1000 hours on fast jet aircraft. Highly Desirable.Flown military fast-jet aircraft within the last 6-years. Highly Desirable.Qualified Weapons Instructor or Qualified Flying Instructor. Highly Desirable.Operated a single seat radar-equipped platform in the air-to-air role. Highly Desirable.Knowledge Strong domain knowledge of customer operational requirements and customer platform capabilities.Flight operations in military or government aviation.Flight operations in the civil environment (Desirable).Reasonable level of competence with the suite of Microsoft Office tools (Desirable).Experience Suitably qualified and experienced as a fast-jet pilot.Operational experience of a modern radar-equipped fighter. Highly desirable.Delivery of contracted flight operations. Desirable.About UsWhether it is adversarial support, electronic attack or customised rotary-wing training, we offer the most accurate and advanced readiness training in the industry. Our vast, differentiated fleet, cutting edge hardware and experienced instructors are engaged to help your mission take off.
Being ready is not only a matter of when, but where. We provide services in the UK, US and across NATO countries, making sure that our allies can manoeuvre around defeat and prepare to prevail.
Competitive salary, benefits and progression.
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