Hawker Instructor Pilot

Instructor Pilot

As an Instructor Pilot at CAE, your role soars beyond training. You build confidence and skill, inspire mastery, and ensure pilots are prepared for the moments that matter. Whether leading simulator sessions or pre-flight briefings, you'll contribute to CAE's legacy of flight training excellence while keeping your own skills sharp. Supported by advanced training and cutting-edge technology, you'll grow as an educator and find purpose in helping pilots excel, no matter the challenges they face. As a Hawker Instructor Pilot at CAE, you will play a critical role in developing pilot confidence and proficiency through high-quality simulator and ground training. You will lead training sessions, conduct comprehensive pre- and post-flight briefings, and serve as a subject matter expert across assigned aircraft platforms.

CAE is a global leader in modelling, simulation, and training for civil aviation. With more than 210 full-flight simulators across over 50 training locations worldwide, CAE serves airlines, aircraft operators, and manufacturers around the globe. Our vision is to be the recognized global training partner of choice for enhancing safety, efficiency, and readiness.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver flight simulator and ground school training in accordance with regulatory requirements, CAE curricula, and customer expectations.
• Conduct professional and comprehensive pre- and post-flight simulator briefings.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for client training and internal course development.
• Complete training records and other required administrative documentation accurately and promptly.
• Maintain all required instructional qualifications.
• Assess learner progress and recommend remedial training when appropriate.
• Provide instruction for licenses, type ratings, certificates, and internal qualifications across one or more aircraft types.
• Following approximately 18 months in the role, and subject to business needs, pursue qualification as a Training Center Evaluator and customer contract check airman.
• Participate in CAE's comprehensive instructor development program.
• Work in an environment that provides access to advanced training technology and diverse teaching opportunities.
• Remain active in flight-deck-related training while supporting work-life balance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Unrestricted Airline Transport Pilot certificate.
• Experience operating under Federal Aviation Regulations Part 135.
• Basic computer proficiency, including experience with Microsoft Office and internet-based applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated interest in teaching and developing aviation professionals.
• Ability to complete accurate training records in accordance with CAE and Federal Aviation Administration requirements.
• Ability to maintain a professional, customer-focused learning environment.
• Willingness and ability to participate in CAE's Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Ability to meet the following physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:
• Regularly ascend and descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and poles.
• Occasionally work in different positions, including within confined spaces.
• Remain seated or standing for prolonged periods.
• Occasionally move around the workplace to complete assigned tasks.
• Occasionally adjust or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Occasionally perform repetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, or fingers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hawker pilot experience and an applicable Hawker type rating.
• Unrestricted pilot-in-command type rating.
• At least 3,000 total flight hours.
• Experience flying business aircraft.
• Previous instructional or aviation training experience.
• Ability to adapt training content and delivery to the needs of a diverse customer base.
• Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated commitment to accurate recordkeeping.
• Demonstrated customer-service skills and the ability to create a positive learning environment.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

We've designed flexible policies to promote well-being and growth, based on role-specific eligibility and requirements:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Employee Assistance Program coverage for eligible full-time employees.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Flexible vacation policy and paid holidays, including the period from December 25 through January 1.
• Global parental leave and enhanced paid maternity leave in the United States and Canada.
• Company-paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short-term disability coverage, and caregiver support.
• Additional voluntary benefits, including legal coverage, dependent life insurance, pet insurance, and flexible spending account options.
• Access to advanced technology and diverse teaching opportunities.
• Opportunities to remain active in flight-deck-related training while maintaining work-life balance.
• Professional development through CAE's instructor development program.