Deputy Chief Pilot EFT

Ascent Flight Training is an established, yet growing aerospace and training company which operates across the UK, delivering flying training services to the UK Government.

We want to attract and work with innovative, adaptable and proactive people to help us achieve One Mission as One Team.

We offer the opportunity to work in a flexible, dynamic and diverse environment within our Training Support Hub and on our operations sites.

You will bring expertise and fresh ideas to an environment where your contribution is really valued.

A day in the life of an Ascent Elementary Flying Training Qualified Flying Instructor

The Deputy Chief Pilot within the Elementary Flying Training Programme will play a key role in the service delivery of EFT as part of the overall UKMFTS Programme.  Delivery is from purpose built facilities at RAF Cranwell and RAF Barkston Heath.

What will make you successful

As an EFT Deputy Chief Pilot  you will.

• Instruct the EFT syllabus on the Grob 120 TP, a high performance single engine turbo-prop with full glass cockpit and retractable undercarriage. The EFT syllabus comprises of General Handling including aerobatics, basic Instrument Flying and Low Level Visual Navigation conducted at 500 feet agl.
• Deliver training in purpose built facilities using modern training disciplines and in the synthetic environment. The delivery of phase briefs and technical lessons including practical demonstrations will also be part of your duties.
• Gain a Certificate of Qualification of Type for the aeroplane.
• Complete the Prefect QFI Course, graduating as a B1 QFI, or Competent to Instruction (A2) if you already hold an A2 Categorisation.
• Believe in innovation and will be expected to pursue and lead continuous Improvement and change initiatives in consultation with the Chief Pilot.
• Line Manage a Team of experienced EFT QFIs at either RAF Cranwell or RAF Barkston Heath, engaging, motivating and influencing your Team in order to achieve our Business goals
• Set an exemplary example to a diverse team of Military and Ascent colleagues, demonstrating partnering behaviours and upholding the Ascent Values.

Uphold adherence to the Health, Safety & Environmental Polices and Air Safety responsibilities.

Responsive

• Hours not days; days not weeks

• Giving the best possible answer every time

Respectful

• Listening to everyone’s views
• Professional & supportive to all our partners and colleagues

Safe

• Total Safety: Air Safety, HSSE & Airworthiness
• Immediate escalation of issues

What we can offer in return

• Equivalent to 25 days leave annual leave  
• Option to work Flexibly (hours/work location/Job share etc) – please speak to HR if you would like more information
• Private Health Care
• Flexible benefits
• Enhanced family friendly benefits
• Competitive salary
• Pension plan
• Free onsite parking