CAE USA INC | Instructor

CAE seeks a Mission Simulator Operator/Instructor Surveillance Controller (MSO) for its Geilenkirchen facility. This role involves operating simulator training devices and supporting military instructors to ensure effective training for aircrew members, focusing on Air Defence Operations and Air Battle Management.

About the Role

The Mission Simulator Operator/Instructor Surveillance Controller (MSO) is responsible for the operation of Simulator Training Devices (STDs) and associated systems. This position supports military instructors in leveraging STD capabilities and directly instructs students on checklist procedures and basic system knowledge within the simulators. The MSO provides comprehensive simulator scenario training across all phases of aircrew training, conducts theoretical and practical instruction, and augments the Customer Training Organization. Key responsibilities include leading training and scenario development, instructing on basic system knowledge, normal and emergency procedures, and familiarization training. The MSO also supports the planning, guiding, and execution of simulated events, including distributed simulator trainings, and conducts briefings and debriefings. Additional duties involve maintaining publications, contributing to training program development, providing demonstrations, tracking training data, and supporting the On Site Manager.

Requirements

• Educational and/or professional background with a bachelor's degree.
• Professional certification.
• A minimum of 5 to 8 years of relevant work experience in an international environment.
• Recent, thorough working knowledge of Air Defence Operations and Air Battle Management, acquired in an Air Surveillance and Control Unit (e.g., AWACS, JTAC, or Control and Reporting Center (CRC)).
• At least three (3) years of recent experience as a Surveillance Controller on the E-3A aircraft.
• At least one (1) year of recent experience as an Instructor Surveillance Controller on the E-3A aircraft.
• Excellent organization skills with a strong sense of accuracy.
• Strong communication skills with diverse customer groups.
• Hands-on, pragmatic, and service-oriented approach.
• Fluency in English.
• Eligibility for NATO security clearance.