At Draken Europe, we offer more than just a job—we offer careers that matter. We believe mission success starts with exceptional people, and we’re looking for experienced EU fast-jet pilots to join our elite team as Red Air Aggressors, flying the Aero L-159 ‘Honey Badger’.
We are specifically interested in pilots with military flying experience in the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF), Belgian Air Component (BAAC), or Royal Danish Air Force (RDAF).
The Role: L-159 Captain – Red Air Aggressor
As an L-159 Captain, you’ll play a critical role in delivering high-performance adversary air support. You’ll bring:
- A strong commitment to aviation safety, compliance, and mission excellence
- Proven airborne leadership and customer-focused decision-making
- The ability to thrive in dynamic, high-pressure environments
- Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
- A mindset of continuous improvement and professional integrity
Qualifications & Requirements
Licensing & Medical:
- UK CPL(A) or equivalent (EASA, FAA, or ICAO-compliant) with valid Instrument and Type Ratings
- UK CAA Class 1 Medical (or equivalent)
- Willingness to complete UK CAA Licence Validation for G-reg aircraft
- Completed AUPRT course
Flight Experience:
- 1,000+ hours on fast-jet aircraft (highly desirable)
- Military fast-jet flying within the last 6 years (highly desirable)
- Qualified Weapons Instructor or Flying Instructor (highly desirable)
- Experience on single-seat, radar-equipped air-to-air platforms (highly desirable)
- Multi-Crew Cooperation course (desirable)
Knowledge & Skills:
- Deep understanding of customer operational needs and platform capabilities
- Experience in military/government aviation operations
- Familiarity with civil aviation environments (desirable)
- Competence with Microsoft Office tools (desirable)
Please note: Nationality restrictions may apply due to security clearance and visa requirements.
Why Draken Europe?
We are a leader in advanced aviation services, supporting defence and security operations across Europe. At Draken, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team, flying cutting-edge aircraft and contributing to global readiness and resilience.