Job description
Role Overview
Flight Simulator Instructor-Falcon 900/2000 at CAE. This role supports military aviation training delivery through simulator-based instruction on business jet aircraft.
Company Overview
At CAE, our mission is to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we have driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. We leverage advanced technologies to empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably.
Role Purpose
Instructor pilots strengthen safety and readiness by preparing military aviators for critical missions. Your experience helps new recruits perform at their best when the stakes are highest.
Key Responsibilities
Licensing and Regulatory Compliance
- Maintain all required licences, ratings, instructor qualifications, approvals, and medical certification necessary to perform assigned duties.
- Ensure all regulatory authority approvals remain valid before exercising associated privileges.
- Comply with applicable regulatory requirements, approved training programmes, and organizational policies and procedures when conducting training activities.
Simulator Training Delivery
- Deliver simulator instruction on one or more aircraft types in accordance with approved training programmes and lesson plans.
- Conduct simulator sessions in a professional, safe, and training-focused environment.
- Review client training and checking authorisations prior to conducting training activities.
- Deliver thorough pre-session briefings and post-session debriefings to maximize training effectiveness.
- Identify and document deviations from standard operating procedures (SOPs), required manoeuvres, or approved procedures, and provide constructive feedback to trainees.
Ground School and Academic Instruction
- Deliver classroom-based instruction, including ground school, computer-based training (CBT), instructor-led training platforms, and stand-up lectures.
- Ensure training materials and instructional methods align with approved curricula and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare and inspect classroom facilities, equipment, and training aids prior to training delivery.
Training Programme Support
- Support the development, validation, certification, and continuous improvement of training curricula and training devices, including Full Flight Simulators (FFS), Flight Training Devices (FTD), and Flight Management System (FMS) training aids.
- Maintain accurate training records and documentation in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
- Recommend remedial training plans where appropriate to support trainee development.
- Track and maintain personal instructional qualifications and currency requirements.
Additional Responsibilities
- Obtain applicable instructor designations and qualifications within established timelines, including relevant FAA, EASA, or other regulatory authority requirements.
- Obtain qualifications required to perform examiner duties, where applicable, on assigned aircraft fleets.
- Perform Right Seat Support duties as required.
- Carry out additional duties reasonably assigned in support of training operations.
Qualifications & Experience
- Valid Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) issued by a recognized aviation authority (EASA, FAA, GCAA, or ICAO equivalent).
- Current or previous type rating on Dassault Falcon 900EX EASy and/or Falcon 2000EX EASy aircraft (preferred).
- Minimum 3,000 hours total flight time, including multi-engine turbine aircraft experience.
- Previous experience operating business jet aircraft in a commercial, corporate, military, or training environment.
- Ability to obtain and maintain simulator instructor qualifications and regulatory approvals required by the applicable aviation authority.
Skills & Competencies
- Demonstrated knowledge of aviation regulations, aircraft systems, operational procedures, and crew resource management (CRM).
- Strong facilitation, coaching, presentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to deliver effective simulator instruction, pilot evaluations, and constructive performance feedback.
- Ability to maintain accurate training records and documentation in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
Additional Information
- Position Type: Regular.
- CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law.
- Reasonable accommodations are available; contact your recruiter or email CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com if needed.