Ascent Flight Training | Instructor

Qualified Flying Instructor (EFT)

The Elementary Flying Training (EFT) Squadron at RAF Cranwell and RAF Barkston Heath is seeking a professional Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI) to deliver world-class training to military aircrew. The successful candidate will instruct on the Grob 120TP ‘Prefect’, a high-performance, single-engine turboprop aircraft featuring a full glass cockpit and retractable undercarriage.

Core Responsibilities

• Instruct the EFT syllabus to the highest instructional standards.
• Conduct airborne instruction, including general handling, aerobatics, basic instrument flying, and low-level visual navigation (500 feet agl).
• Deliver phase briefs, technical lessons, practical demonstrations, and synthetic training.
• Achieve and maintain a Military Instructor Category from the RAF Central Flying School.
• Develop and maintain EFT courseware, ensuring alignment with current best practices.
• Progress to advanced instructional elements, including Close Formation Flying.
• Engage fully with the RAF and internal Safety Culture within a customer-focused environment.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Unrestricted Class One Medical.
• CPL(A), FI(A), and Instrument Rating.
• Minimum of 500 hours of flying experience or military equivalent.
• Right to work in the UK without sponsorship.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Computer fluency, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Desirable

• Aerobatics Rating.
• Previous experience as a military-qualified service pilot or familiarity with the military environment.

Note: Candidates who do not currently meet the essential requirements but are on a progression pathway are encouraged to apply for consideration in the company Talent Pool.

Compensation

The starting salary is £54,000, increasing to £60,000 upon completion of training, £67,500 when fully qualified, and up to £72,500 for advanced qualifications.

Benefits

• Pension plan (up to 6% matched) and Life Assurance (up to 3x annual salary).
• AXA Private Medical Insurance and Bupa Dental Cover for flying roles.
• Loss of Licence Insurance.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with holiday trading options.
• Enhanced sick, maternity, and partner pay schemes.
• Employee Assistance Programme, mental health support, and Unmind platform access.
• Professional development, including L3 and L5 Transformational Leadership Programmes.
• EV Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme, Cycle2Work scheme, and retail discounts.
• On-site parking, GymFlex memberships, and eye-test contributions.