Officer Pilot

Army Air Corps; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Army Air Corps seeks aspiring Officer Pilots to learn advanced helicopter operations. Candidates will receive top-tier training, leading crucial aviation missions while earning competitive salaries during and post-training. With a path to further qualifications in aviation management and leadership, this role offers both excitement and impact in military operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 35 ALIS points at GCSE from 7 subjects with grade C/4 in English, Maths, and a science or language.
• 72 UCAS Tariff points from A-level / BTEC / Scottish Highers.
• Must start training by 30th birthday.

Responsibilities

• Fly and command military helicopters on complex missions.
• Lead small teams of Officers and Soldiers.
• Complete the Army Pilot Course and achieve Army Pilot Wings.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Education

GCSE

UCAS points

Job description

A leader and expert pilot, you’re a vital part of any campaign. You'll fly cutting-edge helicopters and support troops all over the world.

• £34,676 The minimum amount you’ll earn during training
• £41,456 Your pay after completing basic trade training
• Age From 18 years to 28 years & 11 months
• Qualifications GCSE and UCAS points

FLYING HELICOPTERS IS INCREDIBLY EXCITING; NOTHING COMPARES TO IT.

I am learning to fly the most modern and advanced attack helicopters in the world. I use my skills and its capability to win on the battlefield.

The Army Pilot Course is an incredible experience that builds you up from zero flying hours to earning your Army Pilot Wings. You can’t beat the feeling of successfully hovering a helicopter for the first time having progressed from what initially felt like riding a bucking bronco! The course is full of adventure as you gain new skills and develop as a military aviator.

As an Officer Pilot you'll learn how to fly and command military helicopters. You'll lead complex aviation missions and command small,close-knit teams of other Officers and Soldiers. You will learn everything you need to know about flying, from take-off and landing to formation flying at night. On completion of the Army Pilots' Course, if you qualify on either the Wildcat or Apache.

Army Air Corps

Wherever the Army is in the world the Army Air Corps is there ready to provide tactical aviation action and support. Modern operations require big-picture thinking and large-scale cooperation, which is why the Army Air Corps is proud of it's forward-thinking personnel and cutting-edge technology.

Learn to fly the most advanced battlefield helicopters in the world

Provide essential support for troops on the ground

Attack targets, find the enemy, evacuate casualties and move troops and supplies

Have huge impact on the battle, wherever you are

Get paid to learn to fly and command in the skies

35 ALIS points at GCSE (34 for SNQs) from 7 GCSE/SNQ subjects, with a minimum grade C/4 in English Language, Maths, and a science or foreign language.

72 UCAS Tariff points from A-level / BTEC / Scottish Highers.

Must be able to start flying training by your 30th birthday (noting 44 weeks at RMAS and up to 12 months on an attachment with a Combat Arm after commissioning).

Step 1
To become an officer pilot you must first and foremost apply to become a British Army Officer. You will complete standard Army Officer training at the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst. On passing the aviation aptitude, medical and flying grading tests, you will be eligible to be selected as a helicopter Officer Pilot.

Step 2
Over the next two years, you will learn to fly the Juno (H135) training helicopter. You will also learn about communications, navigation and tactics. At the end you will be awarded the Army Pilot Badge (your 'Wings') and get streamed on to your operational aircraft, usually the Apache attack helicopter or reconnaissance Wildcat. You'll then complete your conversion course (approximately 18 months) before arriving fully qualified at your frontline regiment.

Qualifications you could get after training

Foundation Degree in Aviation Systems Management

Degree Level (Level 5 & 6) Diplomas in Management and Leadership

Graduate entrants get a Postgraduate Certificate in Leadership and Conflict Studies and access to the full Masters Postgraduate Degree

You'll earn £34,676 during your year of training at the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst, before commissioning and becoming a Second Lieutenant, on £41,456 a year. As your experience increases, pilots become eligible for recruiting and retention payments on top of their basic salary.

How to Apply

Once your online application has been approved, you'll have an interview with a recruiter, who will talk to you about the corps that you would like to join. You'll have the chance to learn more about your chosen corps, although you won't make your final decision until you're in training at Sandhurst.

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