Perhaps narrow that to a global shortage of Irish* pilots with military fixed wing or rotary experience.
* Citizens of other EU/EEA nations can apply though I am unsure of the language requirements. Are applicants required to hold a qualification in Gaelic?
Let me answer my own question
https://www.military.ie/en/careers/a...s-cadet-pilot/
A candidate’s educational qualifications must include a minimum of:....
(ii) Irish. NUI matriculation exemptions apply.”.....