Simulator Operator
| Posting date: | 08 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 07 November 2025 |
| Location: | BA22 8HT |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Capita plc |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 10114431-42284 |
Summary
Simulator Operator
Part-time role, 28 hours a week, Mon - Thurs
Yeovilton
£26,000 pro rata (£19,000)
Due to the nature of this role, you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance at SC level.
Turn Your Passion for Gaming into Real-World Impact - Simulate Missions, Support the Front Line and help get better trained personnel to the front line faster!
Performing as an operator in simulated warfare games, your job is to play the role of the pilot for several aircraft at a time in Royal Navy simulated games, hunting submarines or enemy ships or air-to-air combat. Acting just like a pilot would, talking to controllers passing and receiving information whilst inputting information into the computer-based simulator to turn the aircraft and change its altitude.
This role is based on 28 hours a week and can be worked over 4 or 5 days
What you'll be doing
• Acting as a pseudo pilot, operating complex simulator games as per the requirements of the Royal Navy training curriculum.
• Supporting the maintenance and upkeep of the simulator applicable training equipment and aids.
• Ensure all training equipment is correctly prepared for use and for storage post use.
• Collecting and disseminating the data from each simulator
What we're looking for
Essential Skills/Experience/Qualifications
• Demonstrable proficiency in using IT (hardware/software) , this role would suit a keen gamer
Desirable Skills/Experience/Qualifications
• Experience within the Maritime Aviation Sector Military/Civilian would be an advantage
• Experience of aircraft or fighter control within the MOD environment would be desirable
About Selborne
Selborne is a bold, £1 billion, 12-year transformation of Royal Navy training, led by Capita and a powerhouse consortium known as Team Fisher - including Raytheon UK, Fujitsu, and the University of Lincoln. Together, we're modernising military education with cutting-edge tech like simulators and data analytics, all under a collaborative "one team" approach with the Royal Navy. It's a shared mission to deliver smarter, more effective training for sailors and marines across the naval enterprise. To learn more please visit: Royal Navy education & training Selborne | Careers at Capita
What's in it for you?
• Enjoy flexible benefits including extra leave purchase, paid volunteering days, enhanced family leave, lifestyle discounts, and access to inclusive employee networks - all designed to support your wellbeing and personal growth.
• Onsite, secure parking
• Catering facilities, Gym and shops onsite
• Rewarding role making a real difference to those joining and progressing within the Royal Navy
• Full training given
Unlock Your Potential with Capita
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Equal Opportunities
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