THE COMPANY

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a highly innovative and rapidly growing defence and technology company. Recently crowned Employer of the Year at the British Ex-Forces in Business Awards 2023. Listed as one of the ‘100 Best Large Companies to Work For’ in the UK and Midlands. Achieved ‘Best Companies 3 Star Accreditation’ and a rating of ‘world-class’ for employee engagement. Honoured with two Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in Innovation.

THE ROLE

[Employer hidden] are looking for pilots to become MQ-9B (UK Protector RG1) Instructor Pilots at RAF Waddington, Lincolnshire. There is expected to be a significant increase in contractor flight crews over the next five years. Applications from suitable candidates available to commence roles in 2026. Contract expected to start mid to late 2026 (subject to change).

THE PERSON

• 500+ hours military flying as a pilot (uncrewed & crewed)
• Pilot instructor qualification
• Previously held instrument rating
• Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) RPAS operations: MQ-1, MQ-9A, MQ-9B or similar
• Conversion training provided if necessary
• Core working week Monday to Friday (40 hours), with some shift work expected
• Potential requirement for deployments overseas to support NATO alliance partners' MQ-9B training initiatives
• Employment dependent on passing CAA/FAA Class 1 Medical or equivalent European Aviation Safety Authority medical
• Relocation package provided for non-UK individuals

HOW TO APPLY

Please click apply and follow the instructions to upload your CV. Please note that [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is part of the QinetiQ group and you will be taken to the QinetiQ careers website to complete your application.

BENEFITS

• 30 days paid holiday plus 8 days bank holidays per year
• Uncapped paid leave scheme (upon successful completion of probation period)
• Company provided private medical and dental insurance
• QinetiQ Share Incentive Scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Annual profit and performance related pay scheme
• Death in service (x4 salary)
• Company contributions into a group personal pension scheme
• Business travel insurance
• Tax efficient cycle to work and charitable giving schemes
• Tax efficient electric vehicle company car scheme

EQUAL OPPORTUNITITES

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment. We recognise that a diverse, talented and highly motivated workforce is pivotal to our continuing success. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer, a supportive signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant and a Gold award winner within the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.