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Job Description

We’re building a talent pool for Basic Flying Training (BFT) Qualified Flying Instructors (QFIs) and Qualified Instructors (QIs) at RAF Valley, ensuring we have the right people ready to step into key roles as they become available.

Why Join the Talent Pool? RAF Valley is home to fast-paced, high-impact flying training. By joining our talent pool, you’ll be first in line when opportunities arise to deliver world-class instruction in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

How It Works:

• Apply and Interview: If successful, you’ll be added to our talent pool for up to 12 months.
• Stay Notified: As roles open, we’ll contact you based on your availability and our operational needs.
• Confirm Your Interest: You’ll have the opportunity to express interest before any formal offer is made.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Experienced pilots with a passion for developing military aviators of the future.
• Aircrew who thrive in structured, high-tempo training environments.
• Professionals committed to safety, precision, and instructional excellence.

Ready to shape the future of military aviation at Valley? Apply now to be considered for upcoming instructor roles and help us maintain the highest standards in flying training.

A day in the life

As a Qualified Instructor on the Basic Flying Training (BFT) Squadron at RAF Valley you will part of a small niche team delivering world class Ground School and Synthetic training to Military and Ascent aircrew on the Texan T1.

You will

• Conduct ground based instruction of military BFT Student Qualified Flying Instructors (SQFIs), ab-initio pilots in accordance with BFT syllabuses. The syllabus ranges from conversion, instrument, navigation, weapon profiles, tactical and more advanced evolutions.
• You will also assist in currency training for existing QFIs.
• Conduct Computer Based Training/Computer Aided Instruction/Simulator training, including ground school lessons and simulated airborne events in accordance with BFT syllabuses
• Conduct other tasks related to Texan T1 training as directed
• Assist Curriculum Design as Texan T1 Subject Matter Expert (SME) in development and maintenance of BFT courseware
• Have the opportunity to take part in innovation work for the future of UK MFTS

What will make you successful?

You will have previous experience as a Qualified Flying Instructor pilot in the military environment. Qualifications and/or recommendations from the RAF Central Flying School will be essential.

Previous experience in a ‘Basic Flying Training’ role on a turbo-prop airframe would be extremely advantageous and experience in a synthetic training device would be beneficial but not necessarily essential.

Above all else you will thrive when instructing students and helping them to strive for success.

You should already be an excellent communicator and you will be accustomed to working with different levels of ability so that you can nurture the full spectrum of students. You will be working in an environment which is heavily customer focused, ensuring the company provides a first class service at all times.

And you will also:

• Have experience of multi-facetted flying disciplines, combining leadership and airmanship to provide a positive learning environment.
• Be able to demonstrate experience of working in collaboration with other teams.
• Have strong presentational skills, targeting a wide audience of varying abilities.
• Be able to develop and update courseware with emerging ‘best practise’ and updates as required.
• Fully engage with the RAF Safety Culture.

Job Description

A We’re building a talent pool for Basic Flying Training (BFT) Qualified Flying Instructors (QFIs) and Qualified Instructors (QIs) at RAF Valley, ensuring we have the right people ready to step into key roles as they become available.

Why Join the Talent Pool? RAF Valley is home to fast-paced, high-impact flying training. By joining our talent pool, you’ll be first in line when opportunities arise to deliver world-class instruction in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

How It Works:

• Apply and Interview: If successful, you’ll be added to our talent pool for up to 12 months.
• Stay Notified: As roles open, we’ll contact you based on your availability and our operational needs.
• Confirm Your Interest: You’ll have the opportunity to express interest before any formal offer is made.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Experienced pilots with a passion for developing military aviators of the future.
• Aircrew who thrive in structured, high-tempo training environments.
• Professionals committed to safety, precision, and instructional excellence.

Ready to shape the future of military aviation at Valley? Apply now to be considered for upcoming instructor roles and help us maintain the highest standards in flying training.

A Little bit about us

Ascent Flight Training is an established, yet growing aerospace and training company which operates across the UK, delivering flying training services to the UK Government.

We want to attract and work with innovative, adaptable and proactive people to help us achieve One Mission as One Team.

We offer the opportunity to work in a professional, dynamic and diverse environment within our Training Support Hub and on our operations sites.

You will bring proficiency and experience to an environment where your contribution is valued.u

A day in the life of an Ascent BFT QFI

As a Qualified Flying Instructor on the Basic Flying Training (BFT) Squadron at RAF Valley you will part of a small niche team delivering world class flying training to Military and Ascent aircrew on the Texan TMk1.

You will

  Instruct relevant aspects of the BFT syllabus to high instructional standards.

·       The majority of the role focuses on delivering airborne instruction but it may also include the delivery of phase briefs, technical lessons, practical demonstrations and synthetic events.

  Conduct other tasks related to Texan TMk1 training as directed.

  Assist Curriculum Design as Texan TMk1 Subject Matter Expert (SME) in development and maintenance of BFT courseware.

  Have the opportunity to take part in innovation work for the future of UK MFTS.

What will make you successful?

You will have previous experience as a Qualified Flying Instructor pilot in the military environment. Qualifications and/or recommendations from the RAF Central Flying School will be essential.

Previous experience in a ‘Basic Flying Training’ role on a turbo-prop airframe would be extremely advantageous.

Above all else you will thrive when instructing students and helping them to strive for success.

You should already be an excellent communicator and you will be accustomed to working with different levels of ability so that you can nurture the full spectrum of students. You will be working in an environment which is heavily customer focused, ensuring the company provides a first class service at all times.

And you will also:

• Have experience of multi-facetted flying disciplines, combining leadership and airmanship to provide a positive learning environment.
• Be able to demonstrate experience of working in collaboration with other teams.
• Have strong presentational skills, targeting a wide audience of varying abilities.
• Be able to develop and update courseware with emerging ‘best practise’ and updates as required.
• Fully engage with the RAF Safety Culture.

What can we offer in return

·       Equivalent to 25 days leave annual leave  

·       Private Health Care

·       Flexible benefits

·       Enhanced family friendly benefits

·       Competitive salary

·       Pension plan

·       Secure onsite employee parking  

Job Description

Service Delivery Manager 

We are seeking an experienced Service Delivery Manager to lead the operational delivery of flying training services across our sites. Reporting to the General Manager, you will ensure safe, high‑quality, and efficient service performance while driving continuous improvement across people, processes, and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day operational delivery to agreed plans (short, medium, long term).
• Provide leadership and line management to multi‑disciplinary operational teams.
• Maintain full compliance with Safety Management and Quality Management Systems.
• Build strong working relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal partners.
• Drive operational efficiency, sustainability, and performance improvements.
• Support financial milestones and contribute to cost‑saving and productivity initiatives.
• Use data and digital tools to inform decisions and optimise operations.

About You

• Senior manager with significant operational or service management experience.
• Strong background in project/programme management; relevant degree advantageous.
• Skilled in team leadership, communication, and coaching.
• Knowledge of Lean principles, risk management, and continuous improvement.
• Comfortable working autonomously and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Data‑driven, digitally confident, and able to solve complex problems under pressure.

What You’ll Bring

• A commitment to safety, service excellence, and operational discipline.
• The ability to analyse performance, identify opportunities, and deliver improvements.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to support strategic objectives and long‑term plans.
• A collaborative mindset and a passion for developing high‑performing teams.

This role is based at RAF Valley and expected to be on-site Monday to Friday. There will be occasional travel, notably with an induction period at Bristol and at another Ascent site.

Security Clearance

Please note that many roles within Ascent Flight Training are subject to strict security restrictions. These may affect your eligibility based on factors such as, your nationality (current and former), place of birth or residency history

All applicants must, at a minimum, meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). In addition, many positions require higher levels of National Security Vetting, which typically demand more thorough background checks.

For this role, the successful candidate must be able to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.

For further details, please refer to the official guidance on United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK.

Our Values

We believe that great training starts with great people and our values guide how we work, lead, and grow together:

• Accountability & Empowerment – We take ownership of our actions and empower others to succeed. Everyone is trusted to make a difference.
• Integrity – We act with honesty, fairness, and professionalism in everything we do.
• Courage – We face challenges head on, speak up for what’s right, and embrace change with confidence.
• Teamwork – We collaborate, support one another, and celebrate shared success.

These values aren’t just words, they’re how we build trust, deliver excellence, and create a workplace where everyone can thrive.

We champion diversity and inclusion because we believe that embracing different perspectives fuels creativity and growth. As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we actively support individuals with disabilities through fair recruitment, tailored accommodations, and inclusive workplace schemes, including apprenticeships and work experience. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process, please get in touch and let us know.

The Company

Ascent Flight Training was appointed in 2008 to design and deliver a modern and efficient flying training system by the UK MOD.

Created as a joint venture between Lockheed Martin UK AND Babcock International; and is responsible within the UK Military Flight Training System (UKMFTS) for the training design and training delivery that creates the next generation of aircrew.