About This Role
Draken is seeking an experienced BN-2 Islander Captain to serve as Senior Base Pilot in Northern Ireland, combining command experience with operational leadership and people management. The role involves day-to-day leadership of BN2T flying operations, serving as the principal operational authority for flight operations delivery at the base, and ensuring compliance with CAA/MAA regulations and company procedures. Candidates must hold a valid UK CPL(A) or ATPL(A) with Class 1 Medical, AUPRT, and MCC, with desirable experience of 1,000+ hours BN2 Islander PIC. This position offers genuine operational authority, clear accountability, and the opportunity to influence safety culture and operational standards while continuing to fly in a complex, regulated environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day leadership of BN2T flying operations
- Act as the accountable lead for contracted service delivery at base level
- Operate as a BN2T Commander, demonstrating sound judgment and calm decision-making
- Maintain operational standards in line with Company Manuals, regulatory approvals, and SMS
- Promote effective TEM (Threat and Error Management), CRM (Crew Resource Management), and professional airmanship
- Lead hazard identification, risk assessment, and mitigation activities
- Foster a Just Culture, encouraging open reporting and learning
- Ensure audit and inspection readiness, including timely closure of findings
- Liaise with Operations and Engineering to ensure aircraft serviceability and readiness
- Contribute to operational reviews, improvement initiatives, and bid support
- Lead, mentor, and develop base pilots
- Support recruitment, onboarding, supervision, and succession planning
- Brief and support pilots ensuring competency within regulatory and contractual constraints
Requirements
- Valid UK CPL(A) or ATPL(A) license
- Valid Class 1 Medical Certificate
- AUPRT (Airmanship, Use of Resources and Threat and Error Management) qualification
- MCC (Multi-Crew Cooperation) qualification
- 1,000+ hours BN-2 Islander PIC (desirable)
- Experience with CAA and/or MAA regulatory frameworks (desirable)
- Background in commercial, government, or military aviation operations (desirable)
- Strong safety leadership and regulatory awareness
- Ability to operate effectively in complex, time-critical environments
- Professional communication skills with aircrew, engineers, customers, and leadership
About Draken
Draken is a defense and training company providing adversarial support, electronic attack, and customized training services. The company operates an advanced fleet and provides services in the UK, US, and across NATO countries, focusing on mission readiness and operational excellence.