Special Missions (MET) B200 Sensor Operator Full Time Permanent (Days and Nights) Newquay About us: 2Excel Aviation Ltd is an industry leader in specialised and innovative solutions for aviation’s most complex challenges. Our Special Missions division delivers specialist aviation services to the UK Government and industry customers. About the role: We are looking to recruit Airborne Sensor Operators (ASOs) to join our growing team to help us deliver this new and exciting contract. The flying will be varied and challenging, this is not your average A to B aviation job. ASOs based at Newquay will fly on our B200 aircraft, operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year on short-notice call, delivering the fixed wing element of UK SAR. This exciting and rewarding role will allow the right individual to progress within 2Excel. ASOs are responsible for the following: Pre-flight planning of assigned tasks. Operation of all onboard mission equipment (Turret-based cameras / Radar / Communications). Optimum positioning of the aircraft and sensors to achieve the task. Co-ordination with other agencies over a variety of communications methods both in the air and on the ground. Equipment troubleshooting and defect solving. Post flight reporting of data collected during the flight. About you: We are looking for candidates with the following skills/experience: Working in an aviation environment Operating airborne survey equipment Military/Police/Coastguard background Working in a surveillance environment Operation of gimbal-mounted Electro-Optical & Infra-Red sensor packages Operation of Communications equipment Operation of ground-based and/or airborne Radar In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate the Right to Work in the UK, have the ability to obtain UK Security Clearance and hold a valid UK Driving Licence. What’s on offer: In return, we can offer a stable roster using four on and four off shifts, which will include nights, with a competitive base salary and night shift allowance. Suitably experienced candidates may be promoted to Senior ASO after 6 months and a satisfactory competency check, which carries a basic pay uplift. In addition, we provide generous holiday allowance, private health care, salary sacrifice electric car scheme and a company pension. Apply using the ‘Apply Now’ button below. Please upload an up to date CV. Please also upload a covering letter, noting your preferred base, salary expectations and current notice period. 2Excel is committed to promoting equitable treatment, encouraging diversity, and embracing inclusion in our recruitment processes and workforce. We are proud to be recognised as a Disability Confident Employer.