Inzpire - Expression of Interest - MQ-9B Pilot Instructor

Job Title: Inzpire - Expression of Interest - MQ-9B Pilot Instructor

Location: Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

Role Type: Permanent - Full Time

THE ROLE

Inzpire is looking for pilots to become MQ-9B (UK Protector RG1) Instructor Pilots at RAF Waddington, Lincolnshire. There is expected to be a significant increase in contractor flight crews over the next five years. We welcome applications from suitable candidates available to commence roles in 2026. The contract is expected to start mid to late 2026 (subject to change).

THE PERSON

We are interested in applicants with the following qualifications:

• 500+ hours military flying as a pilot (uncrewed & crewed)
• Previously held instrument rating
• Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) RPAS operations: MQ-1, MQ-9A, MQ-9B or similar
• Do you hold (or have you done so in the past) a NATO security clearance?

Conversion training will be provided (if necessary) and once qualified on type, the successful candidates will deliver instruction on the MQ-9B at RAF Waddington, teaching crews how to fly and operate the aircraft.

WORK & CONDITIONS

The core working week is Monday to Friday (40 hours per week), with personnel adhering to the UK Working Time Directive. Some shift work is expected to maintain operational effectiveness. Potential requirement for deployments overseas to support NATO alliance partners' MQ-9B training initiatives.

Employment will be dependent on passing a CAA/FAA Class 1 Medical or equivalent European Aviation Safety Authority medical.

A relocation package will be provided to assist non-UK individuals to move to the UK.

Expressions of Interest should clearly state relevant experience including:

• Total flying hours (crewed & uncrewed including by aircraft types)
• MALE RPAS flying hours
• Date of last recorded flight and instrument rating
• Full details of instructional qualifications and teaching experience

BENEFITS

• 30 days paid holiday plus 8 days bank holidays per year.
• Uncapped paid leave scheme (upon successful completion of probation period).
• Company provided private medical and dental insurance.
• QinetiQ Share Incentive Scheme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Annual profit and performance related pay scheme.
• Death in service (x4 salary).
• Company contributions into a group personal pension scheme.
• Business travel insurance.
• Tax efficient cycle to work and charitable giving schemes.
• Tax efficient electric vehicle company car scheme.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Inzpire is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for current and prospective employees. We recognise that a diverse, talented and highly motivated workforce is pivotal to our continuing success, therefore our selection decisions are based on the merit of the individual, irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other characteristic.

We genuinely recognise the benefits of a diverse and inclusive working environment. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer, a supportive signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant and a Gold award winner within the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We are therefore delighted to offer a guaranteed interview scheme to service leavers, reservists and military spouses or partners (including those of service leavers) who meet all our advertised requirements.