Avenger Pilot - Culdrose

Ascent Flight Training Limited; Helston; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascent Flight Training (Management) Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a King Air (B350) Pilot to support rear crew instruction as part of the UKMFTS programme. You will fly sorties to assist training, ensure safety standards, and collaborate with instructors and engineers to deliver high-quality training experiences.

The role requires a Commercial Pilot’s Licence (min. 500 hours as 1st pilot) or military multiengine qualification, medical fitness, and the ability to work with a diverse team.

Qualifications

• Essential criteria include a Commercial Pilot’s Licence (min. 500 hours as 1st pilot) or Qualified Military Mult-Engine Pilot.
• Proven medical fitness and flying currency are required.
• Strong safety mindset and integrity in reporting and decision making.
• Excellent communication and teamwork across diverse teams.
• Confidence using digital tools and systems.

Responsibilities

• Fly airborne sorties to support rear crew instruction as part of the UKMFTS programme.
• Ensure aircraft operations meet the highest safety and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with instructors and engineers to deliver high-quality training experiences.
• Act as a role model for flight safety, professionalism and Ascent’s core values.
• Maintain readiness for scheduled and unscheduled flights, adapting to evolving training needs.

Skills

Safety mindset

Communication

Teamwork

Digital tools

Education

Commercial Pilot Licence / Military Mult-Engine Pilot

Job description

Ascent Flight Training (Management) Ltd

Competitive Salary Full-time Permanent

King Air (B350) Pilot, completing flights as required to facilitate rear crew instruction.

Day to day, you’ll provide assistance to flying training by acting a Pilot for airborne sorties. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Fly airborne sorties to support rear crew instruction as part of the UKMFTS programme.
• Ensure aircraft operations meet the highest safety and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with instructors and engineers to deliver seamless, high-quality training experiences.
• Act as a role model for flight safety, professionalism, and Ascent’s core values.
• Maintain readiness for scheduled and unscheduled flights, adapting to evolving training needs.

What will make you successful in the Avenger Pilot role:

Essential Criteria:

• Commercial Pilot’s Licence (min. 500 hours as 1st pilot) or Qualified Military Mult-Engine Pilot.
• Proven medical fitness and commitment to maintaining flying currency.
• Strong safety mindset and integrity in reporting and decision making.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills across diverse teams.
• Confidence using digital tools and systems.

Desirable Criteria:

• Instrument Rating and Single Pilot operational fitness.
• Familiarity with UKMFTS structure and rear crew training syllabi.
• Understanding of military ethos and training standards.
• Experience contributing to operational efficiency and continuous improvement.

Candidates who do not meet the essential requirements are encouraged to apply if they are on a pathway to achieve the requirements in the future.

This role is full time, 40 hours per week and provides a stable Monday to Friday work schedule [with no weekend flying].

This role requires the successful candidate to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.

We’re proud to foster a flexible and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. Whether working onsite or remotely, we support a culture that encourages collaboration, individuality and work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are open to considering flexible working arrangements for all roles, including part-time hours, job share, and alternative working patterns, and we encourage conversations about individual needs during the recruitment process.

We are actively working to remove barriers within our hiring practices and aim to provide a fair, accessible and supportive experience for every candidate. If you require any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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