Role and Responsibilities
For existing Commercial Pilots, becoming a Simulator Flight Instructor will be a highly rewarding and satisfying transition. Drawing on your expert knowledge of Airbus A320 systems, you will lead and mentor our clients through their training, enabling them to achieve training objectives
Due to upcoming projects, we now have several contingent opportunities in Madrid – For a current line-flying Captain and Instructor, this would be an ideal part-time position
Acts as a SME in creation of curricula and courseware when required. May act as invigilator when examination is conducted
In this role, the Simulator Flight Instructor will be responsible for the delivery of training primarily in a flight simulator or other training device, but also when required in ground school, in accordance with the appropriate regulatory and customer requirements
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
+ Conduct pre and post flight simulator briefings in a thorough, professional manner and in accordance with CAE standards.
+ Conduct each simulator session in accordance with the CAE, aircraft manufacturer or the customers’ Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
+ Provide simulator flight instruction for the issue of licenses, type ratings and certificates.
+ Complete the appropriate client training records accurately and comprehensively to ensure client understanding and a seamless handover to other instructors.
+ Recommend, where necessary, remedial training for a client who is not meeting the required training progress.
+ Record simulator usage and discrepancies using the appropriate procedures.
+ Track the validity of instructional qualifications to ensure that he/she remains qualified to deliver training at all times in accordance with contractual commitments.
+ Act as subject matter expert in creation of curricula and courseware when required.
+ Accept training for examiner responsibilities when required by the Head of Training.
+ Act as invigilator when examination is conducted.
You will need:
+ Minimum of 1500 hours on Multi Crew aircraft
+ License: EASA – SFI certificate with A320 Type Rating
+ We value candidates that hold/have held an FI Certificate
+ A true passion for instructing with a strong background in training
+ An adaptable personality, with the ability to work with others to achieve the best outcomes
+ Excellent communication skills
+ Excellent client focus
+ Attention to detail, administration, and the ability to maintain accurate records using MS Office
+ EU Passport or the right to live and work within the EU
+ Excellent English as you will work with international students.
What kind of person will succeed in the role?
Our organisation is built on people who share our passion. You will be an experienced aviator who thrives on imparting your knowledge to others. When it comes to instructing, creativity and adaptability are at the forefront of our ethos. You will share in our passion and want others to succeed.
CAE offers:
+ Excellent remuneration
+ Unrivalled opportunities to progress within the organisation
+ The opportunity to work with the very latest in aircraft technologies
+ Flexibility – and the opportunity to work alongside your current profession
About us
CAE is a global leader in modelling, simulation, and training for civil aviation. With more than 210 full-flight simulators in 42 civil training locations worldwide, CAE has the largest network of civil training locations in the industry. CAE serves approximately 3,500 airlines, aircraft operators and manufacturers across the globe. Our vision is to be the recognized global training partner of choice to enhance safety, efficiency, and readiness.
Position Type
Temporary (Fixed Term)
CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
Equal Employment Opportunity
At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. With no exception.
As captured in our overarching value “One CAE”, we’re proud to work as one passionate, boundaryless and inclusive team.
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At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, airlines, defence and security forces, and healthcare practitioners to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in more than 200 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight and mission simulators, surgical manikins, and personalized training programs powered by artificial intelligence. We’re investing our time and resources into building the next generation of cutting-edge, digitally immersive training and critical operations solutions while keeping positive environmental, social and governance (ESG) impact at the core of our mission. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.