Fixed-Wing Instructor Pilot in Comox, Canada

About This Role

.

One CAE. Infinite Possibilities.

Shaping a better future, led by technology, together.

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 software-based simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, and defence and security forces 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 approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight and mission simulators as well as training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Delivering pilot training programs that incorporate academic instruction and presentations and flight instruction in synthetic environments such as flight simulators and other ground-based training devices;

• Working independently and as a member of our team of instructors in meeting a broad range of customer requirements and achieving team goals and objectives;

• Delivering Servicing and Elementary Work training;

• Assessing, documenting and reporting on student progress training progress including course reports; and

• Reporting and participating in rectifying issues and deficiencies relating to course delivery;

• Providing oral and written Subject Matter Expertise (SME) support to the program and Training Centre team as required;

• Contributing to the development of courseware and teaching aids;

• Ensuring that training programs are consistent with training objectives and teaching points as specified in the applicable Training Plan and Quality Standard;

• Occasional travel in support of CAE projects including overtime as required.

Mandatory qualifications include:

• Eligibility to work in Canada either as a Canadian Citizen, a Permanent Resident or with a valid Work Permit;

• Capable of obtaining and maintaining both a Controlled Goods Clearance and a Government of Canada Level II security clearance;

• Experience as a multi-engine, fixed-wing pilot;

• Experience as a Qualified Flight Instructor or Instructor Pilot;

• Superior interpersonal and communication skills; and

• Physically able to work in confined spaces such as flight training devices.

Desirable skills and experience:

• Experience as a Search & Rescue pilot;

• Familiar with Quality Standards, Training Plans and training media used to ensure Teaching Points are met and Training Standards realized;

• Experience with authoring and amending multi-media instructional courseware;

• Verbal French language skills suitable to instruct in French; and

• Airbus CC295 aircraft experience

  CAE offers you

• Working environment of 2024 Canada’s top 100 employers

• A dynamic and innovative environment in which to grow

• A stimulating career path and internal mobility

• Attractive benefits, including but not limited to:

• Defined benefits retirement plan

• Stocks purchased plan

• Flexible vacations

• Competitive maternity and parental leave policies

• And more

  Does this sound like something you are up for? Passionate about your field? Looking for a work environment where you can meet challenges, innovate, use state-of-the-art tools, and collaborate with experts from various sectors? Want to join a world‑class company and industry leader and be proud to contribute to our projects and mission? We need you to be part of our team. Come join CAE and share your passion with us!

---

Salary: CAD $116,000 to CAD $174,000

Position Type

Regular

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As “One CAE,” we take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, Veteran status, age, or other legally protected characteristics.

If you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please get in touch with us at rh-hr@cae.com .