Airborne Sensor Operator – SAR Missions (Nights)

2Excel Aviation Ltd; Prestwick; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company in Prestwick is seeking a Special Missions Airborne Sensor Operator for a full-time permanent position. This role involves varied flying on B350 aircraft, executing tasks related to the UK Government's Search and Rescue contract. Responsibilities include pre-flight planning, operating mission equipment, and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate should have experience in aviation environments and be eligible for UK Security Clearance. Competitive salary, generous holiday, and benefits such as private healthcare and pension are offered.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Private healthcare

Salary sacrifice electric car scheme

Company pension

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate the Right to Work in the UK.
• Must have the ability to obtain UK Security Clearance.
• Must hold a valid UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Pre-flight planning of assigned tasks.
• Operation of all onboard mission equipment.
• Co-ordination with agencies during missions.
• Equipment troubleshooting and defect solving.
• Post flight reporting of data collected.

Skills

Working in an aviation environment

Operating airborne survey equipment

Military or Police Aviation background

Coastguard Search & Rescue 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

Job description

A leading aviation company in Prestwick is seeking a Special Missions Airborne Sensor Operator for a full-time permanent position. This role involves varied flying on B350 aircraft, executing tasks related to the UK Government's Search and Rescue contract. Responsibilities include pre-flight planning, operating mission equipment, and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate should have experience in aviation environments and be eligible for UK Security Clearance. Competitive salary, generous holiday, and benefits such as private healthcare and pension are offered.