A-4 Skyhawk Fighter Pilot (Full-time)
Aircraft type
Other Civil AviationAreas of operation
GermanyJob Description
About the Company Top Aces is the world's leading provider of contracted airborne target presentation (ADAIR) services and training for forward air control crews (JTAC). Founded in 2000 by former air force pilots who had identified a significant need to improve the training of the armed forces, Top Aces today can point to a flawless safety record of more than 140,000 accident-free flight hours. Together with its subsidiaries Top Aces Corp. and Blue Air Training Corp., the company delivers on its task of training and preparing future generations of military leaders, supporting NATO and allied nations including Canada, the USA, Australia, Germany and other European states. Its mission-oriented training uses realistic scenarios that not only increase the operational readiness of the armed forces, but also extend the life cycle of squadron fleets and contribute to significant cost savings. Role Overview Would you like to become part of a dynamic team in an international environment? Top Aces is recruiting, with immediate effect, a full-time A-4 Skyhawk Pilot for its Nordholz site (expected to move to Wittmund from the end of 2026). Key Responsibilities Safe and professional execution of missions as an A-4 Skyhawk pilot in the context of airborne target presentation. Fly Red Air support, air-to-ground, navy support and GCI training missions, among others, in support of German and other international customers. Plan, support and carry out missions at other Top Aces sites in Germany as well as from other national and international operating locations. Experience Former German Bundeswehr (armed forces) jet pilot with a minimum of 1,000 hours as pilot in command on fighter aircraft. At least two years within the last five years as an active pilot in tactical flight operations on Bundeswehr fighter aircraft. Licences & Qualifications CPL/IR or ATPL issued by EASA, the FAA or Transport Canada (TC).
Requirements
- Safe and professional execution of missions as an A-4 Skyhawk pilot in the context of airborne target presentation.
- Fly Red Air support, air-to-ground, navy support and GCI training missions, among others, in support of German and other international customers.
- Plan, support and carry out missions at other Top Aces sites in Germany as well as from other national and international operating locations.
- Former German Bundeswehr (armed forces) jet pilot with a minimum of 1,000 hours as pilot in command on fighter aircraft.
- At least two years within the last five years as an active pilot in tactical flight operations on Bundeswehr fighter aircraft.
- CPL/IR or ATPL issued by EASA, the FAA or Transport Canada (TC).