Defence Pilot Opportunities for Aspiring Aviators

2 weeks ago

Nowra, New South Wales, Australia beBeePilot Full time $150,000 - $200,000

QinetiQ is a global technology and engineering company that exists to protect lives and secure the future. With more than 8,000 employees worldwide - including 800+ here in Australia - we deliver mission-critical services and systems to Defence, national security, and essential industry.

Job Description

We are seeking skilled pilots with experience of tactical military flying to join our team and take advantage of upcoming opportunities within our Learjet operations supporting the Australian Defence Force.

This role offers the chance to develop your flying skills in a multi-crew environment, providing training support to the Australian Defence Force through target towing and tactical flight missions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in fast jet operations within a military environment, bringing significant knowledge of tactical military flying.

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • A current Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) or Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL)
  • At least 500 hours of Pilot-in-Command (PIC) experience
  • Experience of Tactical and Low Level flying within a military environment
  • A current, re-activatable, or eligibility for, a Defence Security Clearance to NV1
  • A current Class 1 medical
Benefits
  • Training to become type-rated on the Learjet aircraft (training is provided in the USA)
  • An opportunity to fly in a unique environment
  • A great team environment supporting the Australian Defence Force
  • The best fixed-wing flying role outside the military
Additional Requirements
  • You will be required to gain a current Multi-Crew Cooperation certificate if you do not already have an ATPL
  • You will need to provide a current Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC)
  • You will require an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)

The positions are based out of our site at Nowra. You will have experience of current or recent fighter aircraft such as the F-18, F-18 Super Hornet, F-35, F111, Typhoon, F-16, Tornado, Hawk or similar.

We conduct pre-employment screening, including identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.

Applications must be made through the careers portal but confidential questions can be sent to Ruth Harrison – Talent Acquisition Specialist.

About QinetiQ

QinetiQ conducts business across the globe, delivering cutting-edge technologies and expertise to defence and other industries. We value diversity of thought and seek to create an inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute, and have equal opportunity to succeed.

We actively seek applications from women, veterans, and First Nations people, aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan.

We also offer a range of benefits to support your career development and well-being, including access to LinkedIn Learning, flexible work arrangements, purchased leave program, loyalty leave, paid parental leave, annual incentive scheme, complimentary salary continuance insurance, and annual volunteering leave.

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