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First Officer (NTR) – Learjet 60XR & Challenger 604 | Saudi Arabia

We are recruiting First Officers to join our Saudi‑based Learjet 60XR and Challenger 604 fleets in support of our long‑term contract with the Royal Saudi Air Force. This permanent, non‑type‑rated opportunity (training provided) offers a rare chance to help shape next‑generation airborne operations as capabilities evolve toward a cutting‑edge electronic warfare platform.

  • Employment: Permanent
  • Base: Saudi Arabia
  • Fleet: Learjet 60XR & Challenger 604
  • Type Rating: Not required (Training provided)
  • Total Time: 500+ hours
  • Licence: UK CAA Frozen ATPL with IR, MCC, ME, UPRT
  • Medical: Class 1
  • Language Proficiency: ICAO ELP Level 4+
  • Security Clearance: Eligible for UK MOD security clearances (nationality restrictions apply)

🧭 Role overview

As a First Officer, you will fly mission support operations on our Saudi‑based fleets, working within a high‑performance team to deliver safe, reliable sorties. You will help advance the programme’s capability as aircraft and systems transition toward advanced electronic warfare support roles.

🧰 What you’ll do

  • Operate the Learjet 60XR and Challenger 604 as First Officer on mission support flights, adhering to company SOPs and the highest safety standards.
  • Conduct comprehensive pre‑ and post‑flight activities, including performance and weight/balance calculations, fuel planning, and detailed briefings.
  • Work closely with Captains, dispatch, and engineering to ensure dependable operations in a demanding environment.
  • Uphold exemplary CRM, threat and error management, and disciplined checklist usage.
  • Protect information in line with UK MOD security protocols and company policies.
  • Contribute to capability development as fleets evolve toward a cutting‑edge electronic warfare platform.

🌟 What you’ll bring

  • Strong airmanship, situational awareness, and a safety‑first mindset.
  • Teamwork, professionalism, discretion, and cultural adaptability.
  • Confidence operating in a fast‑paced, mission‑focused environment.
  • Jet experience is highly desirable (not mandatory).

📋 Minimum requirements

  • Total time: 500+ hours
  • Type rating: Not required — training provided (NTR)
  • Licence: UK CAA Frozen ATPL with IR, MCC, ME, UPRT
  • Medical: Class 1
  • Language: ICAO ELP Level 4 or higher
  • Experience: Jet experience highly desirable
  • Security: Ability to gain and maintain UK MOD security clearances (nationality restrictions apply)
  • Location: Willing and able to be based in Saudi Arabia

🛡️ Security and compliance

Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain applicable UK MOD clearances. This includes background and reference checks and ongoing compliance with information‑handling standards. Due to contract requirements, certain nationality restrictions apply.

🎓 Training and development

  • Full type and differences training provided for Learjet 60XR and/or Challenger 604 (for NTR pilots).
  • Structured recurrent training, simulator checks, and continuous competency development.
  • Opportunities to support capability growth as the fleets advance toward electronic warfare support operations.

📨 How to apply

Ready to step into a uniquely impactful First Officer role? Submit your application with a current CV, licence and medical copies, ELP proof, and an hours breakdown. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with next steps, including security screening.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified pilots. Due to security clearance requirements, nationality restrictions apply.

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