Learjet 60XR Captain – Saudi Arabia (Permanent, NTR)

✈️ Join the Vanguard: Learjet 60XR Captain in Saudi Arabia

Draken is recruiting Captains to join our expanding Learjet fleet in Saudi Arabia in support of our contract with the RSAF. With Learjet flying already underway in the UK, this is a rare chance to help shape a growing in‑country operation from the ground up as the Saudi‑based aircraft evolve toward a cutting‑edge EW capability.

Employment: Permanent
Base: Saudi Arabia (permanent basing)
Aircraft: Learjet 60XR
Type Rating: Not required — training provided (NTR)
Clearance: Ability to gain and maintain UK MOD Security Clearances (nationality restrictions apply)
Licences: UK CAA Frozen ATPL, IR, MCC, ME, UPRT
Medical: Class 1
Language: ICAO ELP Level 4+
Minimum Hours: 1,500 total | 1,000 PIC
Experience: Tactical military captaincy

🧭 The Mission

Play a leading role as we introduce the Learjet 60XR into Saudi Arabia, supporting advanced training and operational readiness for the RSAF. This fleet will undertake evolving mission profiles, progressing toward an advanced EW capability. You’ll help establish procedures, standards, and best practice as part of a high‑performance, safety‑first operation.

🧰 What You’ll Do

Captain Learjet 60XR missions in Saudi Arabia, ensuring uncompromising safety and regulatory compliance.
Execute and support tactical training sorties aligned to evolving EW objectives.
Lead mission planning, risk assessment, and debriefs with operations, engineering, and training teams.
Contribute to developing SOPs, training syllabi, and operational documentation for a growing in‑country fleet.
Mentor fellow crew, fostering a professional, mission‑ready, and just‑culture environment.
Uphold flight data monitoring, QA, and safety management system expectations.

🌟 What You’ll Bring

1,500+ hours total time and 1,000+ hours PIC.
UK CAA Frozen ATPL with IR, MCC, ME, and UPRT.
Class 1 medical and ICAO ELP Level 4 or higher.
Proven tactical military captaincy experience and sound judgement in complex mission environments.
Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK MOD Security Clearances (nationality restrictions apply).
No type rating required — full aircraft and mission conversion training provided.

🚀 Why This Role

Be part of a launch team shaping a new in‑country Learjet capability from day one.
Operate in a dynamic environment supporting advanced training for a key regional partner.
Access structured conversion and continuation training on the Learjet 60XR.
Collaborate with a highly experienced cadre of ex‑military and specialist aircrew.

📍 Location & Operations

This position is permanently based in Saudi Arabia. Learjet flying has commenced in the UK, and you’ll join a programme that is ramping up to full operational capability in‑country as missions mature toward a leading‑edge EW role.

📨 How to Apply

Ready to lead from the front? Submit your CV detailing currency, total/PIC hours, licence status, medical, and eligibility for UK MOD Security Clearances.

Notes: Only UK CAA licences are accepted for this role. Nationality restrictions apply for security clearance. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with next steps.

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