Synthetic Flight & Ground School Instructor - Pilatus PC-24

CAE Inc; Wien; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support for candidates

Occupational Private Pension Plan

Group Accident Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Onsite German course

Internal career progression (Examiner/

Lead Instructor/Training Manager

Job summary

CAE Inc. in Vienna is seeking a Synthetic Flight & Ground School Instructor to deliver simulator and classroom-based pilot training at our Vienna Training Services center.

You will conduct briefings/debriefings, evaluate trainee performance, and tailor sessions to diverse experience levels while ensuring compliance with training standards. The role requires extensive flight-time experience, strong English skills, and a commitment to a full-time roster.

Qualifications

• EASA Licence with 1500+ hours total multi-pilot time.
• 500+ hours single-pilot time.
• Strong attention to detail in training delivery and record-keeping.
• Ability to tailor training sessions to diverse backgrounds and skill levels.
• Interest in mentoring and developing industry professionals.
• Basic computer proficiency, including MS Office and internet-based applications.
• High-level English language reading, speaking, and communication skills.
• Able to commit to a roster pattern in a full-time position.
• Must live within commutable distance of Schwechat.
• Willingness to enter into a training bond based on existing experience and ratings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality simulator and classroom-based pilot training.
• Conduct pre- and post-session briefings and debriefings.
• Observe and evaluate trainee performance, decision-making and application of procedures.
• Adapt training delivery to different experience levels and learning needs.
• Ensure compliance with applicable training standards and requirements.
• Maintain accurate and timely trainee records and training documentation.
• Support continuous improvement of training curricula and courseware.
• Deliver elements of initial and recurrent ground school.
• Provide seat support for individual clients when required.
• Support the Lead Instructor and Training Team as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Training delivery

Mentoring

English proficiency

Roster planning

MS Office

Adapt training to diverse learners

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Join CAE’s team in Vienna as a Synthetic Flight & Ground School Instructor and help shape the pilot training experience in Central Europe. Our newest business aviation training center is purpose-built to deliver advanced, simulator-based pilot training. The 8,000-square-metre facility is designed for growth - supporting up to nine Full Flight Simulators - and currently operates six state-of-the‑art devices, including the G550, Global 7500, Global 6000, Challenger 3500, Pilatus PC-24, and Phenom 100/300.

Location: CAE Vienna Training Services | Parzgasse 2, 2320 , Schwechat, Austria

Primary Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality simulator and classroom-based pilot training
• Conduct pre- and post-session briefings and debriefings
• Observe and evaluate trainee performance, decision-making and application of procedures
• Adapt training delivery to different experience levels and learning needs
• Ensure compliance with applicable training standards and requirements
• Maintain accurate and timely trainee records and training documentation
• Support continuous improvement of training curricula and courseware
• Deliver elements of initial and recurrent ground school
• Provide seat support for individual clients when required
• Support the Lead Instructor and Training Team as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Hold or have held an EASA Licence 1500+ hours total multi‑pilot time.
• 500+ hours single pilot aircraft time.
• Strong attention to detail, especially in training delivery and record‑keeping.
• Ability to tailor training sessions to diverse trainee backgrounds and skill levels.
• Interest in mentoring and developing industry professionals.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and internet‑based applications.
• High‑level English language reading, speaking, and communication skills.
• Able to commit to a roster pattern in a full‑time position
• Must live within commutable distance of Schwechat
• Willingness to enter into a training bond (value dependent on existing experience and ratings)

Preferred Experience

• Experience creating a welcoming, productive learning environment for business aviation clients.
• Demonstrated success mentoring or developing colleagues.
• Previous exposure to synthetic or simulator‑based instruction.

What we offer

• Relocation support for candidates outside of Austria
• Occupational Private Pension Plan
• Group Accident Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• CAErefer MyClubs
• Onsite German course
• Internal career progression opportunities (e.g., Examiner, Lead Instructor, Training Manager).

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