Multi Engine Turbine (MET) B200/350 Pilot

2Excel Aviation Ltd; Aldershot; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company in Aldershot is seeking a qualified pilot for a full-time position with the Special Missions division. The pilot will operate surveillance aircraft and deliver essential missions within the UK and internationally. Candidates must possess a valid UK CPL (or ATPL), a Class 1 medical, and a minimum of 1500 total flying hours. Training is provided as needed. The position includes flexible day and night shifts and offers competitive pay along with benefits such as a company pension and health care.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Private health care

Salary-sacrifice electric car scheme

Company pension

Qualifications

• Current UK Class 1 medical.
• Valid UK CPL (or ATPL) with ME/IR.
• 1500+ total flying hours including 750 PIC, 100 IFR, and 100 Night.
• At least 100 hours on King Air Series aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Operate Special Missions surveillance 350/B200 aircraft as a captain.
• Deliver specialist surveillance tasks within the UK and internationally.
• Fill in for short-notice sickness when required.
• Work on a rotation of day and night shifts.

Job description

Overview

Our Special Missions division delivers specialist aviation services to the UK Government and industry customers. We deliver a next‑generation Search and Rescue contract which operates 24/7/365.

Position

FT Permanent (Days and Nights)

Responsibilities

Working with a First Officer and Sensor Operator, who manage the sensors and mission equipment, duties include delivering specialist surveillance tasks within the UK and internationally. The role involves operating our Special Missions surveillance 350/B200 aircraft as a single and/or multi‑pilot captain, with all line training provided. The applicant will also be required to fill in for short‑notice sickness when required, within the bounds of the FTL system. Depending on experience, captains will initially fly the 350 multi‑pilot and may become dual‑rated on the B200 as a single pilot when suitable. Working on a rotation of day and night shifts, each crew will also have a Sensor Operator on board.

Qualifications

• Current UK Class 1 medical
• Valid UK CPL (or ATPL) with ME/IR
• 1500+ total flying hours (including 750 PIC, 100 IFR and 100 Night)
• At least 100 hours on King Air Series aircraft (or equivalent, at the discretion of the Director of Flight Operations)

Desirable Experience

• MCC and AUPRT
• Current King Air 350 or 200 type rating (highly desirable, but not essential as training will be provided)
• Relevant experience in a similar setting (military, police, coastguard)
• Applicants must already have, or have the ability to obtain, UK Security Clearance and hold a valid UK Driving Licence

Additional Information

Training will commence ASAP. The successful applicant will conduct the majority of training at Humberside; accommodation and suitable allowances will be provided. Shift pattern will be flexible, within the applicable FTL scheme, agreed at least 15 days in advance, and will include nights, a competitive base salary, and a night shift allowance. In addition, we provide generous holiday allowance, private health care, a salary‑sacrifice electric car scheme, and a company pension.

Application Process

Apply using the ‘Apply Now’ button. Upload an up‑to‑date CV including your current total flying hours and a covering letter noting your salary expectations and current notice period/availability.

EEO Statement

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.

• Successful applicants who do not already have a current King Air 350 type rating will be required to attend training. All training costs will be subject to a bond for a 2‑year period, repayable if you leave employment. The bond value will decrease by 25% every 6 months during that period.

Employer Humberside, DN39 6YH

Pay Competitive

Position type Permanent – Full‑time

Posted 4 days ago

Closing date 28/01/2026

Job reference TM1354933UniMETBP