Draken Europe | BN2T First Officer

First Officer – Draken Europe

Draken Europe seeks a diligent and professional First Officer to join our team based in either Northern Ireland or Greater London. This crucial role supports ongoing contracts operating BN2T Islander aircraft and will contribute to future similar engagements. The successful candidate will be an integral part of a small, dynamic team, demonstrating self-motivation, proactivity, and adaptability to meet the demands of a military flying schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensuring the safe operation of the aircraft in strict adherence to Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regulations and company operational manuals.
• Providing essential support to the Captain in all aspects of safe aircraft operation.
• Contributing to mission planning, detachment organisation, and broader Flight Operations activities as needed.
• Undertaking occasional single-pilot transit flights.
• Supporting worldwide detachments as required by operational needs.
• Performing any other reasonable duties as requested by management, commensurate with the incumbent's capabilities.

Experience, Skills, and Qualifications:

Applicants must possess the following:

• Eligibility for UK DV security clearance.
• Possession of, or active pursuit of, a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL(A)).
• Multi-Engine Instrument Rating.
• Multi-Crew Cooperation Course completion.
• UPRT (where applicable).
• A minimum of 200 flight hours.

Draken Europe’s Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

Draken Europe is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively celebrate the diverse perspectives and talents our employees bring, believing that a range of voices leads to enhanced discussions, improved business decisions, and superior outcomes for all. We are also a proud supporter of the Armed Forces Covenant, welcoming applications from veterans and service spouses/partners who meet the specified criteria. In line with our Disability Confident commitments, we offer reasonable adjustments to support the interview process; please contact us to discuss any specific requirements.

About Draken Europe:

Draken Europe provides cutting-edge readiness training, encompassing adversarial support, electronic attack, and customized rotary-wing training. Our extensive and diverse fleet, state-of-the-art equipment, and highly experienced instructors are dedicated to mission success. Our services extend across the UK, US, and NATO countries, ensuring our allies are optimally prepared for operational success.