Flight Test Engineer Instructor - Rotary Wing

TN United Kingdom; Amesbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Rotary Wing Flight Test Engineer Instructor to join their innovative team in Amesbury. In this pivotal role, you will utilize your expertise to provide exceptional instruction to aspiring flight test professionals, ensuring they receive world-class training. You will engage with a highly qualified team, contributing to the development of course syllabi and enhancing aviation safety standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility while playing a key role in shaping the future of aviation training. If you are passionate about aviation and education, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Employee discount portal

Option to buy additional annual leave

Support for Armed Forces community

Payroll Giving and Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in rotary wing flight test programs.
• Ability to teach complex topics to diverse student groups.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction to aspiring flight test professionals.
• Assess and grade student flying and technical reports.

Skills

Flight Test Engineering

Instructional Skills

Aircraft Performance Knowledge

Data Analysis Software

Mentoring and Feedback

Education

Engineering or Science Degree

Graduate from MoD-recognized Test Pilot Schools

Tools

Flight Test Software

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Flight Test Engineer Instructor - Rotary Wing, Amesbury

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Client:

QinetiQ

Location:

Amesbury, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Job Description:

At QinetiQ, we are committed to leading the field in aviation innovation! We are excited to announce an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and qualified Rotary Wing Flight Test Engineer to join our ETPS team of instructors training aircraft testers at MOD Boscombe Down.

You will be part of a unique operational site that features the longest military runway in the UK, alongside other state-of-the-art facilities, such as The Night Vision test house, the environmental hangar, and the UAS test hangar. This is not just a workplace; it’s a hub of innovation where you will collaborate with a highly experienced team of flight test instructors.

What you’ll be doing as a Rotary Wing Flight Test Engineer

As a Rotary Wing Flight Test Engineer, you will harness your expertise to deliver high-quality instruction on a wide range of topics to aspiring flight test professionals.

Your instruction and teaching abilities will be crucial in ensuring that we continue to deliver world-class training to a wide range of students from around the world, while also contributing to a culture of collaboration and innovation within the team of highly qualified Flight Test Engineer Instructors (FTEIs), Test Pilot Instructors (TPIs), and Theoretical Knowledge Instructors (TKIs).

You will have the opportunity to deliver and develop a range of long course and short course ground instruction and some in-flight instructional delivery to both Test Pilot and Flight Test Engineer students.

You will be assessing and grading ETPS student flying and technical reports, as well as mentoring and providing constructive debriefing/feedback, thereby supporting and enhancing flight safety and student learning. You will play a leading role in maintaining the high standards of aviation safety inherent in ETPS and QinetiQ Civil Flying Organisation (QCFO) flying operations.

There may be opportunities to be involved with other test activities within QinetiQ’s Flight Test Organisation (QFTO), contributing to solutions that enhance the operational effectiveness of the UK’s defense capabilities.

You should be willing to travel within the UK and overseas to participate in course activities as required.

What we are looking for in a Rotary Wing Test Engineer

• You have an Engineering or Science degree coupled with at least 3 years of active experience as an LFTE or equivalent on significant modern rotary wing flight test programs. Alternatively, you are a Graduate Rotary Wing Flight Test Engineer from one of the 4 UK MoD-recognized Test Pilot Schools (ETPS, USNTPS, USAFTPS, or EPNER) or an equivalent standard.
• You will contribute to the development of the ETPS course syllabi, driving continuous improvement, and possess broad and extensive experience within the flight test community.
• You have the ability to teach on the ground and instruct in the air, with the skill to clarify complex subject matter so that students of all nationalities can understand and apply the principles.
• You possess a sound knowledge of aircraft performance, systems, stability & control, and testing, along with skilled use of typical software for data analysis and reporting in flight test environments.
• Experience with the UK MoD’s Defence Systems Approach to Training (DSAT) is desirable.

What we can offer you

When you join QinetiQ, you'll enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance.
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets, and more.
• Option to buy up to five additional days of annual leave.
• Support for the Armed Forces community through the Armed Forces Covenant.
• Payroll Giving and Volunteering opportunities to support charities and the community.

Security

Many roles at QinetiQ require national security vetting. Existing vetting may be transferable upon appointment, subject to approval. Some roles may have restrictions based on nationality or other factors.

Reasonable adjustments

If you have a disability or need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruiter confidentially to discuss options.