Careers

Take your career to the next level

Are you ambitious and looking for your next challenge? Looking for a better work/life balance?
It’s time to join our team

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 flexible, fast paced and evolving environment, whether you are based at our Bristol Training Hub, or one of our training sites.

We live our Cultural Values of Teamwork, Integrity, Courage, and Accountability & Empowerment. These values are built on respect—for our employees, partners, and customers — so diversity and inclusion are core to everything we do. We believe that by embracing different perspectives, we unlock creative thinking that drives our business forward.

Why Ascent?

At Ascent, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including 25 days holiday, flexible working, pension, private medical and dental cover and a strong focus on personal growth and development.

We provide a stable work schedule, and you may even participate in significant national events like the King’s Birthday Fly Past or represent us at the Royal International Air Tattoo. Our Bristol-based roles offer flexible hybrid working options, and we support all employees with family-friendly policies and development opportunities, including our Future Leadership Programme.

We prioritise mental health and wellbeing, fostering a trusted and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong.

We are committed to equal opportunity for all.

Our benefits

 

At Ascent, we believe people do their best work when they feel supported in all aspects of life – at work, at home, and everywhere in between. Our benefits are designed to promote wellbeing, growth, and a healthy balance, while supporting you through the moments that matter.

 

 

Work-life balance

We know flexibility is essential. Our policies and benefits help you shape a working life that suits you.

  • 25 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays)
  • Holiday trading – buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave each year
  • Additional holiday awarded for length of service (up to 5 days)
  • Flexible working options (hours, location, job share)

Health and wellbeing

Your health matters. We offer comprehensive cover and wellbeing resources for you and your family.

  • AXA Private Medical Insurance for you and your family
  • Life assurance – up to 3× your annual salary
  • Pension scheme – up to 6% matched contribution
  • Bupa Dental Insurance (optional elective benefit)
  • GymFlex – discounted gym and fitness memberships
  • Cycle2Work scheme
  • Eye test every two years + £55 contribution towards glasses
  • Unmind wellbeing platform for you and one other
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with emotional and legal support

Support for you and your family

We offer generous support for growing families and for life’s more challenging moments.

  • Enhanced maternity pay – up to 6 months full pay (after 1 year of service)
  • Enhanced partner pay – up to 4 weeks full pay (after 1 year of service)
  • IVF support – up to 5 days paid leave per treatment cycle
  • Enhanced sick pay – rising to 6 months with length of service
  • Up to 10 days compassionate leave
  • EV Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
  • Free on-site parking

Growth and opportunity

We’re committed to helping you develop your skills and build a meaningful career.

  • Annual development reviews
  • Access to role‑specific training and continuous learning
  • L3 and L5 Transformational Leadership Programmes for current and aspiring managers
Richard Thorpe
“One of the biggest draws to this job having left a long career in the Royal Navy, was the focus purely on teaching and instructing aviation. Every day is different, as I could be instructing in the aircraft, simulator or classroom, and often a combination of all three. Clearly, with a passion for flying, and with 750 Naval Air Squadron’s primary purpose being to train and generate the next generation of rear-crew, I most look forward to flying in our King Air Avengers.”
Richard Thorpe
London’s Air Ambulance Charity
“Ascent’s expertise and advanced training resources will be invaluable in ensuring our pilots are well-prepared to operate the new Airbus H135 helicopters. This collaboration will undoubtedly help us continue delivering rapid response and cutting-edge care to critically injured individuals across London. We are grateful for Ascent’s support and look forward to a successful partnership.”
London’s Air Ambulance Charity
Bristow
“Ascent’s experience will help ensure technical crews new to aviation have the right technical language and knowledge, ensuring teams work seamlessly and perform to the highest standards.”
Bristow

What will make you successful?

Excellence: You thrive working with people of all levels +
  • Achieving service excellence
  • Delivering business results
  • Inspiring high performance
  • Leading & motivating
  • Optimising productivity & efficiency
Flexibility: Solving our customers’ challenges +
  • Adapting to change
  • Anticipating, planning & prioritising
  • Decision-making & judgement
  • Leading innovation & change
  • Practical problem-solving
Growth mind-set +
  • Building team capability
  • Maximising business opportunity
  • Passion for learning & developing others
  • Strategic thinking & direction
Building sustainable relationships +
  • Engaging & influencing
  • Maintaining resilience
  • Working collaboratively

Latest vacancies

  • All (12)
  • RAF Valley (6)
  • RNAS Culdrose (4)
  • RAF Cranwell and RAF Barkston Heath (1)
  • Training Hub (1)
Contact us today

BFT Qualified Instructor (Talent Pool)

RAF Valley Closing date: 31 Dec 2026

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.



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BFT Qualified Flying Instructor (Talent Pool)

RAF Valley Closing date: 31 Dec 2027

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  


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Valley – Maritime Qualified Helicopter Instructor

RAF Valley Closing date: 31 Dec 2026

Job Description

A day in the life of a Maritime Helicopter Instructor

As one of our team of Maritime Helicopter Instructors you will be part of an experienced, hardworking and dedicated team operating in a challenging maritime environment where no day is the same. Your diverse role will require a wide range of skills.
You will build relationships with our trainees and stakeholders across all areas of the business, customer and supplier organisations to ensure the efficient delivery of airborne and synthetic Rotary Wing Training as part of the UK Military Flying Training System. Your opinion will be valued as we develop our courses to meet the customer’s requirements.
If you are interested in joining our exceptional team, keep reading to find out more details on this exciting role.
You will:
  • Teach all aspects of the Rotary Wing Maritime (Winching) Syllabus, by delivering phase briefs, technical lessons, practical demonstrations using state of the art synthetic equipment and airborne sorties.
  • Assess trainees by ensuring that syllabus sorties are graded, sortie report forms and end of course documentation is completed.
  • Assist in a process of continuous development to create new lessons while maintaining and improving those already established.
  • Assist the Chief Maritime Instructor with any other tasks to support Ascent business continuity and resilience.
  • Embrace Ascent’s One Team ethos and Total Safety culture.
What will make you successful?

You will already have experience in the Military Rotary Wing environment. You will thrive when working with our trainees, stakeholders and customers across all levels, coupled with your ability to truly understand our trainees. You will have a passion for delivering a world class military flying training system to achieve one mission, as one team. 
You will be excited by working in an environment where efficient solutions are the answer, being able to navigate both yourself and stakeholders to a positive solution. You will know the importance of being able to work successfully in situations that can often be pressured, where your initiative and flexibility will be recognised.


 You will also:
  • Hold medical fitness to conduct the role, either Civilian Class 1 or Military PME and achieve Underwater Escape Training certification
  • Have a minimum of 1000 hours Rotary Wing flying experience
  • Have experience of flying in a Maritime environment
  • Be competent in the use of computer programmes such as Windows, Microsoft Office Suite and Explore.

It would be great, however not essential, if you:
  • Hold a recognised instructional category as a current/former military QHI or equivalent
  • Have some experience of ab-initio training
  • Have some experience as a Helicopter Captain in the Maritime environment
  • Have some experience of Rotary Wing synthetic training.


Salary Information: Fully Qualified Salary is £91,577. Training Salary is £78,212


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QSMAI – WSO

RNAS Culdrose Closing date: 11 Oct 2026

Job Description

As a Qualified Synthetic Mission Aircrew Weapons Systems Officer (QSMAI – WSO) Instructor, you will be joining Ascent at a very exciting time as we progress the implementation of the Future ISTAR Rear Crew Training System (FIRCTS).

 

Initially you will be seconded to the Training Design Team where you will use your specialist knowledge to develop advanced courseware, bespoke training solutions utilising advanced training equipment and high-fidelity mission simulator exercises.

 

Following your time with the Training Design Team, (TDT) you will progress to the Development and Test Team (DTT) to bring your expertise to bear on this crucial update for our training system and aircraft.

 

During this period, you will build relationships with stakeholders in FIRCTS including the existing cadre of pilots and instructors at 750 Naval Air Squadron (750NAS) at RNAS Culdrose and similarly with 45 Squadron and Ascent colleagues at Culdrose.

 You will be a key part of the implementation of and transition to FIRCTS; using your knowledge of and qualification on the new mission system and sensors to convert the existing team to the new aircraft, ground-based training equipment (GBTE) and courseware.

  Following the transition, you will become a member of the FIRCTS instructor cadre and training ab initio trainees at 750 NAS, RNAS Culdrose. When you will  deliver high quality synthetic and classroom instruction and act as a professional mentor to trainees, enabling them to achieve the required standard in the specialism they are pursuing, within optimum timescales. Also contribute to the continuous improvement of the overall training service, and work with Ascent colleagues on wider business development initiatives as required.

 You will have the opportunity to experience a wide range of working routines whilst in TDT and the DTT including, travel to sites, working from home and regular contact with 750 NAS and 45 Sqn. With a broad range of work developing and testing courseware, Instructor and trainee guides and getting to know and fully understand the new equipment and training system.

 If you are interested in joining our exceptional team, keep reading to find out more details on this exciting role.

 You will:

 ·         Initially become a member of the Training Design Team.

 ·         Form the leading edge of the technical advice to the DTT

 ·         Work in partnership with our customer, Aircrew Training Specialists and our Media and Courseware team and other stakeholders to ensure that the FIRCTS programme is successful.

 ·         Be part of a team that will lead the implementation and conversion to the new system.

 ·         Become part of the mission aircrew training team based at Culdrose, as a synthetic and ground instructor, offering a diverse set of specialist courses.

 Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

·         Previous experience as Combat Ready Mission Aircrew.

·         Previous military experience as a Qualified Weapon Systems Officer – (WSO) Instructor or equivalent, with Central Flying School B1 Category or higher.


This role is full time, 40 hours per week and provides a stable Monday to Friday work schedule.
We require the successful candidate to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.

We’re proud to foster a flexible and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. Whether working onsite or remotely, we support a culture that encourages collaboration, individuality and work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are open to considering flexible working arrangements for all roles, including part-time hours, job share, and alternative working patterns, and we encourage conversations about individual needs during the recruitment process. We are actively working to remove barriers within our hiring practices and aim to provide a fair, accessible and supportive experience for every candidate. If you require any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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QAI

RNAS Culdrose Closing date: 11 Oct 2026

Job Description

As a Qualified Synthetic Mission Aircrew Qualified Aircrewman Instructor (QAI), you will be joining Ascent at a very exciting time as we progress the implementation of the Future ISTAR Rear Crew Training System (FIRCTS).

 

Initially you will be seconded to the Training Design Team (TDT) where you will use your specialist knowledge to develop advanced courseware, bespoke training solutions utilising advanced training equipment and high-fidelity mission simulator exercises.

 

Following your time with the Training Design Team, you will progress to the Development and  Test Team (DTT) to bring your expertise to bear on this crucial update for our training system and aircraft.

 

During this period, you will build relationships with stakeholders in FIRCTS including the existing cadre of pilots and instructors at 750 Naval Air Squadron (750NAS) at RNAS Culdrose and similarly with 45 Squadron and Ascent colleagues at RAF Cranwell.

 

You will be a key part of the implementation of and transition to FIRCTS; using your knowledge of and qualification on the new mission system and sensors to convert the existing team to the new aircraft, ground-based training equipment (GBTE) and courseware.

 

Following the transition, you will become a member of the FIRCTS instructor cadre and training ab initio trainees at 750 NAS, RNAS Culdrose. When you will  deliver high quality synthetic and classroom instruction and act as a professional mentor to trainees, enabling them to achieve the required standard in the specialism they are pursuing, within optimum timescales. Also contribute to the continuous improvement of the overall training service, and work with Ascent colleagues on wider business development initiatives as required.

 

You will have the opportunity to experience a wide range of working routines whilst in TDT and the DTT including, travel to sites, working from home and regular contact with 750 NAS and 45 Sqn. With a broad range of work developing and testing courseware, Instructor and trainee guides and getting to know and fully understand the new equipment and training system.

 If you are interested in joining our exceptional team, keep reading to find out more details on this exciting role.

 

You will:

 

·         Initially become a member of the Training Design Team.

 

·         Form the leading edge of the technical advice to the DTT

 

·         Work in partnership with our customer, Aircrew Training Specialists and our Media and Courseware team and other stakeholders to ensure that the FIRCTS programme is successful.

 

·         Be part of a team that will lead the implementation and conversion to the new system.

 

·         Become part of the mission aircrew training team based at Culdrose, as an air instructor, offering a diverse set of specialist courses.

 

Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

·         Previous experience as Combat Ready Mission Aircrew.

·         Previous military experience as a Qualified Aircrewman – (QAI) Instructor or equivalent, with Central Flying School B1 Category or higher.


This role is full time, 40 hours per week and provides a stable Monday to Friday work schedule.

We require the successful candidate to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.


We’re proud to foster a flexible and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. Whether working onsite or remotely, we support a culture that encourages collaboration, individuality and work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are open to considering flexible working arrangements for all roles, including part-time hours, job share, and alternative working patterns, and we encourage conversations about individual needs during the recruitment process. We are actively working to remove barriers within our hiring practices and aim to provide a fair, accessible and supportive experience for every candidate. If you require any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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QMAI – WSO

RNAS Culdrose Closing date: 11 Oct 2026

Job Description

Qualified Mission Aircrew Instructor, Weapon Systems Officer (QMAI WSO)



As a Qualified Mission Aircrew Instructor, Weapon Systems Officer (QMAI WSO) you will be joining Ascent at a very exciting time as we progress the implementation of the Future ISTAR Rear Crew Training System (FIRCTS).

Initially you will be seconded to the Development and Test Team (DTT) where you will use your specialist knowledge to develop advanced courseware, bespoke training solutions utilising advanced training equipment and high-fidelity mission simulator exercises.

During this period, you will build relationships with stakeholders in FIRCTS including the existing cadre of pilots and instructors at 750 Naval Air Squadron (750NAS) at RNAS Culdrose and similarly with 45 Squadron and Ascent colleagues at RAF Cranwell.

You will be a key part of the implementation of and transition to FIRCTS; using your knowledge of and qualification on the new mission system and sensors to convert the existing team to the new aircraft, ground-based training equipment (GBTE) and courseware.



Following the transition, you will become a member of the FIRCTS instructor cadre and training ab initio trainees at 750 NAS, RNAS Culdrose. When you will  deliver high quality synthetic and classroom instruction and act as a professional mentor to trainees, enabling them to achieve the required standard in the specialism they are pursuing, within optimum timescales. Also contribute to the continuous improvement of the overall training service, and work with Ascent colleagues on wider business development initiatives as required.

You will have the opportunity to experience a wide range of working routines whilst in TDT and the DTT including, travel to sites, working from home and regular contact with 750 NAS and 45 Sqn. With a broad range of work developing and testing courseware, Instructor and trainee guides and getting to know and fully understand the new equipment and training system.



If you are interested in joining our exceptional team, keep reading to find out more details on this exciting role.

You will:

·         Initially become a member of the Training Design Team.

·         Form the leading edge of the technical advice to the DTT

·         Work in partnership with our customer, Aircrew Training Specialists and our Media and Courseware team and other stakeholders to ensure that the FIRCTS programme is successful.

·         Be part of a team that will lead the implementation and conversion to the new system.

·         Become part of the mission aircrew training team based at Culdrose, as an air instructor, offering a diverse set of specialist courses.

 

Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

·         Previous experience as Combat Ready Mission Aircrew.

·         Previous military experience as a Qualified Weapon Systems Officer – (WSO) Instructor or equivalent, with Central Flying School B1 Category or higher.



This role is full time, 40 hours per week and provides a stable Monday to Friday work schedule.

We require the successful candidate to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.


We’re proud to foster a flexible and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. Whether working onsite or remotely, we support a culture that encourages collaboration, individuality and work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are open to considering flexible working arrangements for all roles, including part-time hours, job share, and alternative working patterns, and we encourage conversations about individual needs during the recruitment process. We are actively working to remove barriers within our hiring practices and aim to provide a fair, accessible and supportive experience for every candidate. If you require any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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QMAI – ISR

RNAS Culdrose Closing date: 11 Oct 2026

Job Description

As a Qualified Mission Aircrew Instructor – Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance (QMAI ISR) you will be joining Ascent at a very exciting time as we progress the implementation of the Future ISTAR Rear Crew Training System (FIRCTS).

 

Initially you will be seconded to the Development and Test Team (DTT) where you will use your specialist knowledge to develop advanced courseware, bespoke training solutions utilising advanced training equipment and high-fidelity mission simulator exercises.

During this period, you will build relationships with stakeholders in FIRCTS including the existing cadre of pilots and instructors at 750 Naval Air Squadron (750NAS) at RNAS Culdrose and similarly with 45 Squadron and Ascent colleagues at RAF Cranwell.

You will be a key part of the implementation of and transition to FIRCTS; using your knowledge of and qualification on the new mission system and sensors to convert the existing team to the new aircraft, ground-based training equipment (GBTE) and courseware.

 

Following the transition, you will become a member of the FIRCTS instructor cadre and training ab initio trainees at 750 NAS, RNAS Culdrose. When you will  deliver high quality synthetic and classroom instruction and act as a professional mentor to trainees, enabling them to achieve the required standard in the specialism they are pursuing, within optimum timescales. Also contribute to the continuous improvement of the overall training service, and work with Ascent colleagues on wider business development initiatives as required.

You will have the opportunity to experience a wide range of working routines whilst in TDT and the DTT including, travel to sites, working from home and regular contact with 750 NAS and 45 Sqn. With a broad range of work developing and testing courseware, Instructor and trainee guides and getting to know and fully understand the new equipment and training system.

 

If you are interested in joining our exceptional team, keep reading to find out more details on this exciting role.

 

 You will:

·         Initially become a member of the Training Design Team.

·         Form the leading edge of the technical advice to the DTT

·         Work in partnership with our customer, Aircrew Training Specialists and our Media and Courseware team and other stakeholders to ensure that the FIRCTS programme is successful.

·         Be part of a team that will lead the implementation and conversion to the new system.

 ·        Become part of the mission aircrew training team based at Culdrose, as an air instructor, offering a diverse set of specialist courses.

 

Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

·         Previous experience as Combat Ready Mission Aircrew.

·         Previous military experience as ISR Mission Aircrew Instructor or equivalent, with Central Flying School B1 Category or higher.


This role is full time, 40 hours per week and provides a stable Monday to Friday work schedule.

We require the successful candidate to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.


We’re proud to foster a flexible and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. Whether working onsite or remotely, we support a culture that encourages collaboration, individuality and work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are open to considering flexible working arrangements for all roles, including part-time hours, job share, and alternative working patterns, and we encourage conversations about individual needs during the recruitment process. We are actively working to remove barriers within our hiring practices and aim to provide a fair, accessible and supportive experience for every candidate. If you require any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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Training Manager – Basic Flying Training

RAF Valley Closing date: 20 Oct 2026

Job Description

A Day in the Life

As the Training Manager for Basic Flying Training [BFT], you will lead the planning, scheduling and operational support that delivers Basic Flying Training at RAF Valley. In this role you will work at the heart of one of our busiest operational sites, alongside our customer, supply chain partners and instructional teams, transforming long-term training requirements into an executable programme and daily flying output.

  • Leading a team of schedulers and operations staff, you will build strong relationships with our key stakeholders to ensure:
  • The flying training programme is planned and forecast effectively across the short, medium and long term.
  • The aircraft, instructors, infrastructure and people required to deliver the programme are available and aligned to demand.
  • Students’ progress safely, efficiently and effectively to the required standard within planned timescales.
  • Operational risk is understood, managed and mitigated, with clear communication of performance, issues, risks and opportunities based on objective evidence.

More broadly, working as part of the site leadership team, you will:

  • Lead, coach and develop the scheduling and operations team, building capability and resilience
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen planning, scheduling, governance and performance reporting
  • Support the delivery of contractual and operational performance objectives across the BFT enterprise
  • Share best practice with our other training sites

What Will Make You Successful

You will already have a strong background in training delivery, operations or planning within a military or civil aviation environment, gained in a management or leadership role, together with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams.

You will thrive in a dynamic environment where priorities change daily and where trust, collaboration and strong stakeholder relationships are critical to success. You will be comfortable making decisions under pressure, balancing competing priorities, and using data and insight to drive performance and support decision-making. Strong communication skills and the confidence to operate credibly with senior military and industry stakeholders are essential.

And you will also:

  • Have strong planning and prioritisation skills, with the ability to develop, maintain and deliver complex plans across a multi-party environment
  • Be able to analyse data and produce clear, concise reporting that drives effective decision-making and performance improvement
  • Have a genuine commitment to air safety, quality and inclusive, values-led leadership
  • Have experience leading teams, managing performance and developing capability within an operational environment
  • Knowledge of UKMFTS, military flying training or the RAF Valley environment is advantageous, as is experience of contract or performance-managed service delivery

This role is full time, 40 hours per week and provides a stable Monday to Friday work schedule.

This role requires successful candidates obtain Security Check (SC) clearance

We’re proud to foster a flexible and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. Whether working onsite or remotely, we support a culture that encourages collaboration, individuality and work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are open to considering flexible working arrangements for all roles, including part-time hours, job share, and alternative working patterns, and we encourage conversations about individual needs during the recruitment process. We are actively working to remove barriers within our hiring practices and aim to provide a fair, accessible and supportive experience for every candidate. If you require any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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Delivery Assurance and Change Lead (Project Management & Control)

RAF Valley Closing date: 20 Oct 2026

Job Description

A Day in the Life 

As the Delivery Assurance and Change Lead, you will provide the governance, assurance and control framework that enables effective delivery and change across Basic Flying Training (BFT) and Fast Jet Training at RAF Valley. Working at the heart of the organisation, you will bring structure, visibility and control to a complex operational environment, ensuring leaders have the information, insight and confidence needed to make informed decisions.

Working across customer, supplier and internal teams, you will build strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure:

  • Change activity is planned, coordinated and delivered through an integrated and controlled schedule.
  • Risks, issues, assumptions and dependencies are identified, managed and escalated appropriately.
  • Decisions, actions and commitments are recorded, tracked and delivered to closure.
  • Leadership has clear, accurate and timely SQCDPE reporting based on objective performance data.

More broadly, working as part of the site leadership team, you will:

  • Establish and maintain governance arrangements that support effective delivery and decision-making.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen planning, control, reporting and assurance disciplines.
  • Build delivery assurance capability across the Business Unit, helping teams adopt effective delivery practices.
  • Share best practice and lessons learned across the wider enterprise.

What Will Make You Successful

You will already have a strong background in delivery assurance, business governance, operational planning, performance reporting or business change within a complex environment. You will have experience introducing structure and control into delivery environments whilst maintaining a practical focus on outcomes.

You will thrive in a dynamic environment where priorities evolve, competing demands must be balanced and stakeholder engagement is essential to success. You will be comfortable providing constructive challenge, influencing decision-makers and translating complex information into meaningful management insight. Strong communication skills and the confidence to operate credibly with senior military, customer and industry stakeholders are essential.

And you will also:

  • Have strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple workstreams and competing priorities within a complex stakeholder environment.
  • Be able to analyse data and produce clear, concise reporting that drives effective decision-making and performance improvement.
  • Have experience applying governance, change control, risk management and assurance processes in a delivery environment.
  • Be able to facilitate delivery reviews, governance forums and performance discussions, holding stakeholders constructively to account.
  • Have a genuine commitment to continuous improvement, governance excellence and values-led leadership.
  • Knowledge of UKMFTS, military aviation, delivery assurance or operational delivery within a regulated environment is advantageous, as is experience of supporting change and transformation initiatives

This role is full time, 40 hours per week and provides a stable Monday to Friday work schedule.

This role requires successful candidates obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.

We’re proud to foster a flexible and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. Whether working onsite or remotely, we support a culture that encourages collaboration, individuality and work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are open to considering flexible working arrangements for all roles, including part-time hours, job share, and alternative working patterns, and we encourage conversations about individual needs during the recruitment process. We are actively working to remove barriers within our hiring practices and aim to provide a fair, accessible and supportive experience for every candidate. If you require any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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Training Scheduler

RAF Cranwell and RAF Barkston Heath Closing date: 15 Oct 2026

Job Description

As a Training Scheduler you will be part of a dedicated, experienced and focused team delivering outstanding and vital support to flying operations.  You will be concentrated on Air Safety as you ensure you schedule accurately and efficiently so that staff and trainees can achieve their training missions by day and night.  If you are interested in joining our exceptional scheduling team, please keep reading to find out more details on this exciting role. 

You will:

·         Write a busy training schedule covering classroom, synthetics and live flying sorties utilising various IT systems supporting a modern approach to air operations delivery.

·         Control a dynamic and flexible aircraft scheduling plan, liaising with flying supervisors, aircrew on the ground and key partners to ensure a safe and efficient plan is met.

·         Maintain accurate records to report sorties achieved and report any failures or cancellations using the correct reporting systems.    

·         Work together with our customer, and key partners, to ensure that the daily flying programme requirements are delivered on time.

·         Schedule and deliver the night flying programme when required.

·         Provide data and progress reports to inform performance reporting requirements.

·         Work closely with the Training Management team to maximise course output.

·         Respond to various aviation emergencies in a timely and calm manner. 

You will already have a breadth of experience working within a similar complex and fast-paced environment.  You will thrive working as part of the scheduling team along with our key partners in order to deliver the best possible support to the aircrew.  Your strong communication skills and the ability to quickly prioritise will be vital in a fast-paced and dynamic aviation environment.

You will enjoy working in a team that is focused on safety and a desire to deliver a timely and accurate schedule including programming flights, synthetics and classroom lessons on time, every time.  You will know the importance of being able to work successfully in situations that can often be pressured.

It would be great, however not essential if you have prior experience within military aviation operations environment.

This role is full time, 40 hours per week and provides a stable Monday to Friday work schedule.

This role requires the successful candidate to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance. 

We’re proud to foster a flexible and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. Whether working onsite or remotely, we support a culture that encourages collaboration, individuality and work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are open to considering flexible working arrangements for all roles, including part-time hours, job share, and alternative working patterns, and we encourage conversations about individual needs during the recruitment process. We are actively working to remove barriers within our hiring practices and aim to provide a fair, accessible and supportive experience for every candidate. If you require any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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ICT Administrator – Valley

RAF Valley Closing date: 25 Oct 2026

Job Description

A day in the life of an ICT Administrator

As an ICT Administrator you will be part of a dedicated and diverse team. An exciting opportunity to broaden knowledge and skills set in a unique and interesting environment. You will build relationships with our stakeholders across all areas of the business, customer and supplier organisations. You will have the opportunity to experience both our headquarters and operating sites. If you are interested in joining our exceptional ICT team, keep reading to find out more details on this exciting role.

You will:

·         Provide technical support for the ATOMS Training Management System.

·         Provide technical support for Ascents Unified Communications.

·         Provide support to the IT team for Software as a Service (SaaS) environments.

·         Act as the POC for all local Ascent IT systems.

·         Act as an Azure administrator for Ascents cloud services including user permissions.

·         Act as the technical assistant for the MFTS BI system.  Provide technical advice and support to the BI Developer, Babcock, Lockheed Martin and Users.

·         Act as the technical assistant for the internal Graphics network.

·         Provide assistance to sub-contractors for implementation of ICT, Audio Visual and MIS systems across MFTS.

·         Provide support to the development and ongoing development of Ascents finance and HR systems.

·         Provide administrative and user support for the Ascent ICT system.  Manage and establish Concept of Operations.


What will make you successful?

You will already have a breadth of fantastic IT experience, proven technical competence, but be keen to learn new technologies.


You will have strong communication skills.

 

You will love working in an environment where alternative tailored solutions are the answer, being able to navigate both yourself and stakeholders to a positive solution.


You will know the importance of being able to work successfully in situations that can often be pressured.

 

And you will also have:

  • Strong interpersonal skills, good analytical and problem solving skills.
  • A high degree of self-motivation and the ability to work flexibly within tight deadlines with demanding stakeholders.
  • The ability to communicate complicated technical concepts clearly, both verbally and in written form.
  • Strong knowledge of IT systems including experience in;
    • Training Management Systems
    • Exposure to Azure
    • Understanding of network protocols and services (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, MPLS)
    • Virtualisation, VMWare\Hyper-V
    • Modern Desktop Administration
    • Microsoft 365 technologies
    • Unified communications (MS Teams)
    • Network Patch Management


This role is full-time, 40 hours per week and provides a stable Monday to Friday work schedule.


This role requires the successful candidate to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.


We’re proud to foster a flexible and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. Whether working onsite or remotely, we support a culture that encourages collaboration, individuality and work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are open to considering flexible working arrangements for all roles, including part-time hours, job share, and alternative working patterns, and we encourage conversations about individual needs during the recruitment process. We are actively working to remove barriers within our hiring practices and aim to provide a fair, accessible and supportive experience for every candidate. If you require any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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Compliance Monitoring Manager

Training Hub Closing date: 15 Nov 2026

Job Description

The Compliance Monitoring Manager leads the independent assurance of Ascent’s activities, providing the Head of Quality, Cont. Improvement & Risk, the Leadership Team and our customer with confidence that training delivery, training design and supporting business processes comply with regulatory, contractual and internal requirements. The role owns the Compliance Monitoring Programme end to end, setting the risk-based audit and oversight schedule, leading the audit team, managing the organisation’s interface with regulators and certification bodies, and turning compliance evidence into insight that drives improvement.
For Ascent’s civil continuing airworthiness activity, the postholder is the nominated Compliance Monitoring Manager under UK Part-CAMO (CAMO.A.305(a)(4)), accepted by the UK Civil Aviation Authority and named in the Continuing Airworthiness Management Exposition (CAME).

Day to day:

Compliance Monitoring Programme. Own and deliver the annual, risk-based compliance monitoring and internal audit programme across all five sites and every applicable regulatory regime. 

Regulatory compliance position. Maintain a current, evidenced compliance position against MAA Regulatory Articles, ISO 9001:2015, JSP 822/DSAT and contractual requirements, including the compliance register and demonstration framework.

External oversight and certification. Lead Ascent’s preparation for, and response to, MAA, customer, certification body and partner audits — protecting and strengthening our approvals and certification. 

Findings and corrective action. Ensure findings are root-caused, actioned and verified as effective within agreed timescales, and escalate systemic or overdue issues through quality governance.

Assurance interfaces. Manage the split accountability between Ascent’s directly controlled management system and partner-held regulatory approvals, ensuring assurance boundaries are clear, coordinated and gap-free.

Governance and reporting. Provide compliance performance, trend analysis and assurance opinion to management review, safety governance and Executive forums.

Audit capability. Lead, develop and quality-assure the audit team, maintaining auditor competence in line with the Lead Auditor Handbook and competency pathway.

Part-CAMO post holder. Act as the UK CAA-accepted Compliance Monitoring Manager, managing the CAMO.A.200(a)(6) compliance monitoring function independently of continuing airworthiness management, with direct access to the Accountable Manager.

Improvement and culture. Convert assurance insight into improvement, share good practice & champion an open, just & audit-ready culture.


What will make you successful:

Criteria

Essential

Desirable

Qualifications

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor (CQI/IRCA certified or equivalent); engineering degree or aircraft maintenance technician qualification meeting AMC1 CAMO.A.305(c)

CQI membership (MCQI/CQP); Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or above; DSAT or JSP 822 training

Experience

At least 5 years’ relevant experience (2+ in the aeronautical industry) managing compliance monitoring or audit programmes; leading external regulatory audits; able to gain UK CAA Form 4 acceptance as Part-CAMO CMM

Previously accepted Form 4 post holder (Part-CAMO, Part-145 or Part-ORA CMM); military aviation or flying training environment

Leadership

Experience of leading or coaching auditors or quality professionals

Line management of a multi-site team

Knowledge

UK Part-CAMO and Part-M; human factors and SMS (ICAO Annex 19); ISO 9001:2015, ISO 19011; root cause analysis

MAA RA series, JSP 822/DSAT, ISO 31000; Part-66 Appendix III Level 1 type training

Personal

Integrity, independence and sound judgement; clear, persuasive communicator; resilient under scrutiny

Improvement mindset; passion for developing others

Other

Eligible for SC clearance; full UK driving licence; willing to travel with occasional overnight stays

Current SC clearance

UK Part-CAMO Post Holder Specific Requirements

Requirement

Standard Expected

Reference

Nomination & accountability

Nominated by, and with direct access to, the Accountable Manager for the compliance monitoring function; named in the CAME

CAMO.A.305(a)(4), (a)(6)

Independence

Must not be a person nominated for continuing airworthiness management; free of conflicts of interest with the functions monitored

CAMO.A.305(a)(4); AMC1 CAMO.A.305(a)(4);(a)(5)

Combination of roles

Any combination with another nominated role (e.g. Safety Manager) only where the CAA accepts there is no conflict of interest and sufficient capacity

AMC1 CAMO.A.305(a)(4);(a)(5)

Experience

Minimum 5 years’ relevant work experience, of which at least 2 years in the aeronautical industry in an appropriate position

AMC1 CAMO.A.305(c)

Education

Relevant engineering degree (aeronautical, mechanical, electrical, electronic, avionic or related) or an aircraft maintenance technician qualification with additional CAA-acceptable education; an additional 5 years’ maintenance or continuing airworthiness experience may substitute

AMC1 CAMO.A.305(c)

Regulatory knowledge

Thorough knowledge of UK Part-CAMO and Part-M, relevant operational requirements, and the organisation’s CAME and procedures

AMC1 CAMO.A.305(c)

Safety & human factors

Knowledge of human factors principles and safety management system principles, including ICAO Annex 19

AMC1 CAMO.A.305(c)

Aircraft type knowledge

Knowledge of a relevant sample of aircraft types managed, gained through formal training at least to Part-66 Appendix III Level 1 (General Familiarisation)

AMC1 CAMO.A.305(c)

Compliance monitoring competence

Proven competence in audit planning and techniques, and in managing a compliance monitoring programme

AMC1 CAMO.A.200(a)(6)

Equivalent post holders

Where the individual already holds an equivalent CMM post under another approval, formal education may be met by a CAA-acceptable training programme in maintenance standards and continuing airworthiness

AMC1 CAMO.A.305(c)

Competence management

Initial & recurrent competence assessed & recorded by the organisation, incl. continuation training

CAMO.A.305(g); AMC1 CAMO.A.305(g)


This role is full time, 37.5 hours per week and provides a stable Monday to Friday work schedule [9-Day fortnight]. 
This role requires the successful candidate to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.

We’re proud to foster a flexible and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. Whether working onsite or remotely, we support a culture that encourages collaboration, individuality and work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are open to considering flexible working arrangements for all roles, including part-time hours, job share, and alternative working patterns, and we encourage conversations about individual needs during the recruitment process. We are actively working to remove barriers within our hiring practices and aim to provide a fair, accessible and supportive experience for every candidate. If you require any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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Work experience

Offering up to a week-long placement, you’ll have hands-on experience across various teams at Ascent, setting the stage for a successful career journey. Apply now and take the first step towards an exhilarating future with us. We offer work experience in the following locations: Cranwell, Valley, Shawbury, Culdrose and Bristol.

This is predominantly aimed at supporting secondary school or people in an education facility, with understanding of what the working world has to offer and experience. We will review all requested dates and may consolidate those that are more frequently selected. If your requested date significantly differs from the majority, we may reach out to discuss alternative options.

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