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King Air Captain - Janakot

QinetiQ

QinetiQ

Australia
Posted on Sep 19, 2025

QinetiQ is a global defence and security company and employs more than 8500 people in more than 50 locations around the world. We offer our customers premier expertise in advice, services and creative technology-based products and help solve some of their most challenging problems.

We are currently looking for a number of King Air pilots to join our Bushfire and flood-mapping reconnaissance teams based in Jandakot (WA).

As a King Air pilot you will be responsible for deploying the aircraft and an infrared line scanner operator into an operational environment searching for and mapping fire and flood areas.

Liaising with government agencies and emergency services you will be responsible for ensuring the aircraft completes its required tasks.

This is a single pilot operation, so proven experience in this environment, along with strong King Air (B200) experience, is essential.

As the King Air Pilot your day to day role will see you;

  • Be available for on call (short notice 1 – 2 hrs) deployment
  • Pilot the King Air in support of Aerial Survey Mapping
  • Respond to requests of your scanning operator and on-ground support services
  • Collaborate with your team to plan and deliver the mission
  • Travel to country areas that may include overnight stays

What you will bring;

  • A minimum of 2000 hrs
  • At least 1500 hrs of PIC time and 500 hrs of Multi Engine time
  • Experience of single pilot operations and at least 500 hrs in the B200, with at least 50 within the last 3 years.
  • A current CPL
  • A current class 1 medical
  • Excellent communication skills

To be considered for this role you will need;

  • To be located within 1 – 1.5hrs of Jandakot Airfield
  • A willingness to work on call at short notice on a year round roster
  • High levels of awareness and a safety first attitude
  • Experience of aerial survey projects in potentially challenging terrain

This is a Max Term Opportunity until June 2026

If you have any questions about the role or would like to know more please contact Ruth Harrison – Talent Acquisition Specialist – 07 3031 0233 or email rlharrison@qinetiq.com.au

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Looking for an Employer with Benefits?

At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career. You’ll share in the company’s success, and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.

As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people.