08 April 2026

RTX Corporation - Collins Aerospace | Pilot

Australia

Tactical Learjet Pilot

Location: Nowra, New South Wales, Australia

Job Type: Full-time, Onsite

Job ID: 01834442

Role Overview

Raytheon Australia is seeking an experienced Tactical Learjet Pilot to join its expert team in Nowra, New South Wales. This position supports the Australian Defence Force by delivering advanced airborne Electronic Warfare (EW) training, testing, and certification to Air, Land, Maritime, and industry task units. The successful candidate will operate highly modified Special Mission Aircraft and contribute to mission-critical technical programs. Fly-In-Fly-Out (FIFO) options within Australia may be available for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as part of the flight crew for the company's special mission EW Learjet 35A aircraft.
  • Assist the Head of Operations in maintaining a safe and effective working environment.
  • Act as a Deployment Commander on a rotational basis.
  • Contribute to the development of tactical operating procedures and standards for EW flight operations.
  • Conduct deployments in support of both domestic and international exercises as required.

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

  • Must hold a CASA Part 61 Commercial Pilot License (Aeroplane) and a valid CASA Class 1 Medical Certificate.
  • Must be eligible to obtain a current Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).
  • Must possess CASA Multi Crew Cooperation (MCC) training, Low Level Rating (Aeroplane), Formation Flying Flight Activity Endorsement (Aeroplane), and an Instrument Rating (Multi Engine Aircraft with IAP 2D and IAP 3D).
  • Minimum of 500 hours Pilot In Command (PIC).
  • Minimum of 6 years of flying experience in military aviation operations.
  • Eligibility to hold or current possession of an AGSVA Negative Vetting 1 Security Clearance, with the ability to acquire a Negative Vetting 2 Security Clearance.
  • Military pilot fast jet experience (or civilian equivalent supporting Defence Operations) is highly desirable.
  • Additional CASA qualifications, such as Flight Instructor, Flight Examiner, or previous check and/or training experience, are considered desirable.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Raytheon Australia adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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