Draken Europe Pilot Assessment and Selection Events 2025 Location: Draken Europe HQ, Bournemouth When: July, August and September (Dates TBC) Limited Spaces – Apply Now! Are you ready to take your flying career to the next level? Join us at Draken Europe’s exclusive Pilot Assessment Days and explore exciting pilot opportunities in a role unlike anything else in the civilian sector. We’re recruiting for: Probationary Captains – Falcon 20 (Non-Rated) Bournemouth & Teesside For experienced military aviators ready to transition into a dynamic civilian role. We offer our Red Air Managed Pathway (RAMP) scheme to candidates looking to gain their CPL via the UK CAA civil licensing process. Minimum Requirements: UK CAA (f)ATPL(A) or ATPL(A) UK CAA Class 1 Medical 1,500 hours total time 1,000 hours PIC Multi-Engine IR (current or previously held) MCC and AUPRT courses Tactical military captaincy experience What You’ll Do: Lead safe, efficient flight operations Execute formation and low-level missions Collaborate with crew and clients to meet mission goals Begin as a First Officer post-type rating, progressing to Captaincy Senior First Officers – Falcon 20 (Non-Rated) Bournemouth & Teesside For experienced civilian aviators ready to transition into a dynamic flying role with excellent work-life balance. Minimum Requirements: UK CAA ATPL(A) UK CAA Class 1 Medical 2,5 00 hours total time Multi-Engine IR (current or previously held) MCC and AUPRT courses Desired: Captaincy and/or Special Mission experience What You’ll Do: Lead safe, efficient flight operations Execute formation and low-level missions Collaborate with crew and clients to meet mission goals Begin as a Senior First Officer post-type rating, progressing to Captaincy when competent with the missions First Officers – Falcon 20 (Non-Rated) Bournemouth For ambitious, adaptable pilots looking to build a unique and rewarding career. Minimum Requirements: UK CAA (f)ATPL(A) or ATPL(A) UK CAA Class 1 Medical 200 hours total time 70 hours PIC Multi-Engine IR (current or previously held) MCC and AUPRT courses What You’ll Do: Support the Captain in all flight operations Participate in specialised flight profiles Work closely with a tight-knit, mission-focused team Why Choose Draken Europe? Exciting Flying: Formation, low-level, and military-style missions Predictable Schedule: Primarily Monday–Friday, daytime ops Career Progression: Clear path to Captaincy and beyond Premium Benefits: Competitive salary, 12% matched pension, loss of license insurance Work-Life Balance: Generous leave, including Christmas and New Year off UK-Based Roles: Live locally, minimise commuting Eligibility All applicants must be UK-based and eligible for UK MOD security clearance. Apply Now – Spaces Are Limited! Don’t miss your chance to join a team where your skills matter and your career can soar. Submit your application today to secure your place at the Draken Europe Pilot Assessment Day. About You About Us Whether it is adversarial support, electronic attack or customised rotary-wing training, we offer the most accurate and advanced readiness training in the industry. Our vast, differentiated fleet, cutting edge hardware and experienced instructors are engaged to help your mission take off. Being ready is not only a matter of when. But where. We provide services in the UK, US and across the NATO countries. Making sure that our allies can manoeuvre around defeat and prepare to prevail.