Simulator Operator

Capita plc; Yeovilton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the defense sector as a pseudo pilot in Royal Navy simulated games. You will operate aircraft simulators, ensuring training equipment is ready and collecting data. This role offers 28 hours a week with competitive benefits and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

23 days' holiday

Company matched pension

Life assurance

Cycle2work scheme

15 weeks' fully paid maternity leave

Free Parking

Voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in Maritime Aviation Sector is advantageous.
• Must be cleared to UK SC level.

Responsibilities

• Operate complex simulator games for Royal Navy training.
• Support maintenance of simulator training equipment.
• Collect and disseminate simulator data.

Skills

IT proficiency

Dynamic environment experience

Maritime Aviation Sector experience

Education

Military/Civilian experience

Job description

Help get better trained personnel to the front line faster

Performing as an operator in simulated warfare games, your job is to play the role of the pilot for several aircraft at a time in Royal Navy simulated games, hunting submarines or enemy ships. Acting just like a pilot would, talking to controllers passing and receiving information whilst inputting information into the computer-based simulator to turn the aircraft and change its altitude.

This role is based on 28 hours a week and can be worked over 4 or 5 days

What you will be doing:

• Acting as a pseudo pilot, operating complex simulator games as per the requirements of the Royal Navy training curriculum.
• Supporting the maintenance and upkeep of the simulator applicable training equipment and aids.
• Ensure all training equipment is correctly prepared for use and for storage post use.
• Collecting and disseminating the data from each simulator

What we're looking for:

• Demonstrable proficiency in using IT (hardware/software) , this role would suit a keen gamer
• Experience of working in a dynamic environment.
• Experience within the Maritime Aviation Sector Military/Civilian would be an advantage
• Experience of aircraft or fighter control within the MOD environment would be desirable
• Must be able to be cleared to UK SC level.

About Selborne

Selborne is a wide scale, 12 year transformation of Royal Navy Training. The contract worth GBP 1 billion was awarded in December 2020 to a consortium led by Capita to deliver and modernise training for the RN. The consortia of partners known as Team Fisher includes Raytheon UK, Fujitsu and University of Lincoln together with 14 other UK-based suppliers.

Our 'one team' philosophy is about collaboration and openness, key to the success of this programme. We are looking for people with the talent and experience who can help shape better outcomes for our customers. We are using our expertise in digital transformation to review service design, modernise courses and deploy cutting edge technology to enhance courses including synthetic training (simulator) systems and data analytics. This programme is a shared endeavour working alongside the Royal Navy's Training Management Group (TMG) as a single integrated team. Together, we will address challenges and collectively improve outcomes for sailors and marines at scale across the naval enterprise - something we are proud to be part of over the coming years.

For further information please visit: Royal Navy education & training Selborne | Careers at Capita

What's in it for you?

• A salary of 26,000 pro rata ( 19,000)
• 23 days' holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave
• The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice
• Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks' fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks...and plenty more
• Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology
• Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform
• Free Parking with Excellent facilities onsite
• Full training will be given

You'll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in Capita. You'll be joining a network of experienced, innovative and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we'll provide the support you need to do just that. Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you.

What we hope you'll do next:

Choose 'Apply now' to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you. We will be in touch with you regarding your application shortly, however if you need to contact our recruitment team please email [e-mail]

At Capita, we're committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, we want to hear from you if you'd like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email [e-mail] or call 07784 237318 and we'll get back to you to discuss. For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website.