About This RoleAre you ready to take your aviation career to new heights?
We're seeking an experiencedChief Flight Instructor (CFI)to lead our Flight Training Organization (FTO) and uphold the highest standards of aviation instruction.
This is your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of pilot training while ensuring compliance with global regulations and CAE's renowned quality standards.Job SummaryRepresent the Head of Training in enacting instructor standardization policies.Conduct spot checks and promote compliance and safety culture in collaboration with the Safety Action Group.Align instructor development with global CAE policies and ensure adherence to NAA standards.Key ResponsibilitiesStandardization & ComplianceLead the FTO's standardization plan, ensuring all flight and simulator instruction complies with CAE policies and global aviation authority (NAA) regulations (e.G., EASA, UK CAA, Qatar Civil Aviation Authority).Develop and enforce standardization policies in collaboration with the Head of Training (HoT).Act as a key liaison between operations, training managers, and global FTO networks to ensure alignment on training quality and compliance.Instructor Training & DevelopmentOversee the design, quality, and compliance of instructor training programs, including initial, recurrent, and remedial training.Collaborate with the Training Design team to ensure all instructor training materials meet regulatory and CAE standards.Drive continuous improvement in instructor training through innovative courseware and training techniques.Recruitment & Performance ManagementDefine and implement recruitment processes to attract the best instructor talent with technical and non-technical expertise.Monitor instructor performance to ensure delivery of training to the highest standards, conducting on-site evaluations and targeted retraining as needed.Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and compliance across the instructor team.QualificationsEducation & LicensesHold a validEASA & UK CAA ATPL licensewith associated ratings or certificates issued under Part-FCL.Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualifications preferred.Skills & ExperienceMinimum flight hours as per EASA, UK, and Qatar NAA regulations and CAE requirements.Extensive experience training Ab Initio cadets for professional pilot licenses, including Multi-Crew Cooperation (MCC).Certification as anEASA FCL FEorUK CAA FCL FE ; other NAA approvals area plus.At least3 years of experience managing instructor trainingat an Approved Training Organization (ATO).Proven experience interacting with regulatory authorities and managing compliance in an aviation training environment.Job Location:This position can be based anywhere in Europe.Why Join Us?Impact:Shape the future of pilot training and mentor the next generation of aviation professionals.Innovation:Collaborate with global teams to develop cutting-edge training techniques and courseware.Growth:Lead in a dynamic environment with opportunities to make a lasting impact on CAE's global FTO network.Position Type:RegularCAE thanks all applicants for their interest.
However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.Equal Employment OpportunityAt CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success.
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