Pilot (Federal Police Aviation Unit) | Pilot/-in (m/w/d) in Sankt Augustin (§12 BPolLV)
Bundespolizeidirektion 11
Job Summary
This role offers an exciting opportunity to join Germany's Federal Police Aviation Unit in Sankt Augustin as a Pilot. You will be responsible for the independent flight preparation and post-processing of missions, as well as the technical readiness of helicopters for police and air rescue services. A key aspect of the role involves piloting helicopters in operational flight, acting as the responsible pilot and overall commanding officer, while adhering to Crew Coordination Concepts. You will also make critical, situation-appropriate decisions regarding the use of the helicopter as a command and operational asset. This position is ideal for a skilled pilot looking for a challenging and impactful career in public safety, offering a stable career path within a major security authority and opportunities for professional development.
Required Skills
Education
• CPL(H) with ATPL(H) Theory according to VO(EU) 1178/2011 • Valid Instrument Rating for helicopters • Valid Type Rating EC 135 • Class 1 Medical Certificate according to VO(EU) 1178/2011 • MCC (Multi-Crew Cooperation) certificate • Willingness to become a police officer in the higher police enforcement service
Experience
- Minimum 18 months of relevant professional experience in police or air rescue services. (Candidates without this experience may gain it on the job.)
- At least three years of professional experience (if over 34 years old at time of employment)
Languages
Additional
- Must be willing to become a police officer in the higher police enforcement service
- Must not have completed 34th year of age at the time of employment (exception: up to 42nd year of age with at least three years of professional experience)
- German or EU/EEA citizenship required
- Commitment to the liberal democratic basic order of the German Basic Law
- No criminal record
- Stable financial situation
- Physical fitness suitable for a police officer (determined by sports test and medical examination)