Chief Flight Instructor - Various AircraftDraken
Aircraft: N/ALocation: BelfastNon-type rated
Total Time0 hrs
PIC Time1,000 hrs
About This Role
Draken is seeking a Chief Flight Instructor for various aircraft based in Belfast, United Kingdom. This is a permanent position for an experienced flight instructor to lead training programmes and manage recurrent training operations. Candidates must have a minimum of 1000 hours PIC and 500 hours of instructional experience, with a valid CPL/FI license and UK CAA approval. The role offers a competitive salary with comprehensive benefits including pension contributions, bonus incentives, PMI, and wellness programmes. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without employer visa sponsorship.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide flight instruction on various aircraft types
- Conduct simulator training and recurrent training programmes
- Ensure compliance with Part-FCL and UK CAA regulatory requirements
- Manage and supervise flight training operations
What We Offer
Competitive salaryUp to 12% matching pension contributionsBonus incentivesDiscounted PMI (Private Medical Insurance)Electric car schemeTech vouchersWellbeing programmes
Requirements
- Valid CPL (Commercial Pilot License) with FI (Flight Instructor) rating
- Minimum 1000 hours PIC (Pilot in Command) time
- Minimum 500 hours instructional experience related to courses provided
- Up to 200 hours may be instrument ground time
- Valid Class 1 Medical Certificate
- ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4 or higher
- UK CAA approval and licensing
- Demonstrated knowledge of Part-FCL and UK CAA regulatory requirements
- Experience with simulator training and recurrent training programmes (desirable)
- Right to work in the UK without employer visa sponsorship
About Draken
Draken is a government, defence, and aerospace organisation based in the United Kingdom, operating various aircraft for training and operational purposes.