Pilot
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As a member of the military, Pilots fly a range of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) aircraft in a variety of roles: Search and Rescue, Fighter, Transport, Tactical Helicopter, or Maritime Patrol.The primary responsibilities of a Pilot are to plan, communicate, coordinate, and execute tactical missions in support of civil authority or military objectives, such as humanitarian and disaster relief and air intercept operations. They work with sophisticated technology for precision tactical navigation systems, advanced communication systems, sensor systems, counter-measure systems, and weapon delivery systems.Aircrew Selection Centre - the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) requires that all Pilots, Aerospace Controllers, and Air Combat Systems Officers attend and successfully complete the Aircrew Selection. The selection centre is located in Trenton, Ontario, where candidates are tested over a 2-day period with computer-based scenarios designed to validate those skills and aptitudes required by the RCAF. Success at Aircrew Selection is a necessary step in order to continue to be processed for these three occupations.Work environmentPilots work in a variety of areas, ranging from the northernmost parts of Canada to duties supporting the Royal Canadian Navy. The working environment depends on the military role assigned to the Pilot. Search and Rescue Pilots are deployed anywhere in Canada to rescue people in distress and emergency situations. Fighter Pilots protect Canadians and defend our interests abroad. Transport Pilots deliver humanitarian aid to people around the world. Tactical Helicopter Pilots support aid distribution and peacekeeping missions. Maritime Patrol Pilots protect Canadian coasts.If you choose a career in the Regular Force, upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility regarding postings (relocations), accommodations can't always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career. However, if you decide to join the Primary Reserve Force, you will do so through a specific Reserve unit. Outside of training, your chosen Reserve unit will be your workplace on a part-time basis, and you will not be obligated to relocate to a different base. As part of the Primary Reserve Force, you typically work one night per week and some weekends as a minimum with possibilities of full-time employment.ResponsibilitiesPilots plan and execute tactical air missions in support of civil authorities or military objectives. They provide tactical aviation support to the Army with Griffon and Chinook helicopters, or tactical airlift with Hercules and Globemaster aircraft; for the Royal Canadian Navy, they provide aerial support with Cyclone helicopters and Aurora long-range patrol aircraft; while CF-18 fighter aircraft defend Canadian and NORAD airspace from enemy incursions and offer close-air support to Canadian soldiers that find themselves in combat overseas. There are also humanitarian and disaster relief missions at home and abroad, as well as search and rescue support from coast to coast to coast in Canada.Minimum RequirementsIf you already have a university degree, the CAF will decide if your academic program matches the criteria for this job and may place you directly into the required on-the-job training program following basic training. Basic training and military officer qualification training are required before being assigned.Corrective Surgery for VisionApplicants who wear glasses, contacts, or have had certain types of laser refractive surgery to improve their vision may apply for the Pilot occupation. However, pilots have more stringent visual requirements than other CAF applicants and must pass additional ophthalmology screening. Radial keratotomy or corneal reshaping procedures are not approved for pilots. #J-18808-Ljbffr