Qualified Flying Instructor

Babcock International is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join their team as a Qualified Flying Instructor at the Yeovilton, Somerset site. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a competitive compensation package, including benefits. The Role ID for this position is SF61150.

About the Role:

The Qualified Flying Instructor will play a vital role in shaping the future of naval aviation by providing comprehensive flight training to Royal Navy students. Using Grob 115E aircraft, the instructor will deliver a demanding curriculum in a fast-paced, operational environment. Daily tasks will encompass student support, instruction on navigation, instrument flying and aerobatics, and participation in briefings to prepare for daily flight conditions. The instructor will also ensure all support activities are in line with the Site Operations Manager and Flight Commander’s directions. They will deliver mass briefings to students, adhering to the prescribed course standards.

The role operates Monday to Friday, 0800-1700, based on-site at Royal Navy Air Station Yeovilton.

Essential Experience:

The ideal candidate will possess prior military flying experience, holding a minimum CFS B1 QFI/QHI category.

Required Qualifications:

A valid Class 1 Medical Certificate, meeting MOD requirements.
A minimum of a Commercial Pilot's Licence, Unrestricted Instructor Rating (with Aerobatics) and a valid Instrument Rating (A) SE SP.
Defence Train the Trainer (DTTT V2) certification, however this can be provided.
Completion of a Flying Supervisors Course or Flight Authorisers Course is desirable but can be provided during onboarding.

Security Clearance:

The successful candidate must be capable of achieving and maintaining BPSS security clearance. Please be aware that eligibility for the role may be affected by nationality, place of birth and any past or current citizenships and residencies, due to national security and trade control restrictions. Further details can be found at [United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels).

Benefits:

Babcock International offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

Generous holiday allowance
Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
Employee share scheme
Employee shopping savings portal
Payment of Professional Fees
10-days special paid leave for Reservists in the armed forces
Holiday Trading, allowing the purchase or sale of up to one working week of annual leave
'Be Kind Day' enabling employees to take one day’s paid leave annually for volunteering.

About Babcock International:

Babcock International is a leading defense, protection, and infrastructure support company. For over a century, they have contributed to defending nations, safeguarding communities, and fostering a better world. They are dedicated to continuous adaptation, advancement, and sustainable business practices.

Babcock International is a disability confident employer committed to inclusivity, offering reasonable adjustments throughout the application process and encourages flexible work arrangements. To discuss adjustments or alternative work patterns please reach out.

Application Deadline: 03/01/2025

Please send enquiries to (email address removed for compliance) with the header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'.

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