First Officer - BN2T Islander Operations (Northern Ireland)

About Draken Europe

Draken Europe is a leading provider of advanced readiness training and mission support, offering careers that are both exciting and impactful. The company firmly believes that mission success is rooted in the strength and expertise of its people. Draken Europe delivers the industry's most accurate and advanced readiness training, encompassing adversarial support, electronic attack, and customised rotary-wing training solutions. Leveraging a vast, differentiated fleet, cutting-edge hardware, and highly experienced instructors, Draken is dedicated to ensuring mission success. The company provides essential services across the UK, US, and NATO countries, empowering allies to navigate and prevail in complex operational environments.

The Role: First Officer

Draken Europe is seeking a highly motivated and professional First Officer to join its operating base in Northern Ireland. This critical role involves supporting current contracts, primarily operating BN2T Islander aircraft, and extending support to similar future contracts. The successful candidate will be a diligent, proactive, and flexible individual capable of excelling within a small team and adapting to the dynamic demands of military flying schedules.

Key Responsibilities

The First Officer will be responsible for:

Ensuring the safe operation of aircraft in strict adherence to Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regulations and company operations manuals.
Providing comprehensive support to the Captain in all aspects of safe aircraft operation.
Assisting with crucial mission planning, detachment organisation, and broader Flight Operations business requirements.
Undertaking occasional, single-pilot transit flights as required.
Supporting worldwide detachments, contributing to global operational readiness.
Performing any other duties reasonably requested by management, within the scope of the incumbent's capabilities.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates for the First Officer position should possess the following experience and qualifications:

Eligibility for UK Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance.
Hold or be actively working towards a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL(A)).
A valid Multi-Engine Instrument Rating (MEIR).
Completion of a Multi-Crew Cooperation (MCC) Course.
Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT), where required.
A minimum of 200 hours flight time.

Our Employee Values

Draken Europe is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace, actively working to eliminate unlawful and unfair discrimination. The company celebrates the unique perspectives and talents that a diverse workforce brings, recognizing that a mix of voices drives better discussions, business decisions, and overall success. As an Armed Forces friendly organisation, Draken warmly welcomes applications from veterans, service spouses, and partners who meet the specified job criteria, in line with its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant. Furthermore, in adherence to its Disability Confident Commitments, Draken provides reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and encourages candidates requiring such accommodations to liaise directly with the recruitment team.