Courseware Developer III

CAE Inc; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CAE Inc. is seeking a Courseware Developer II to join the Defence and Security training team in Australia. You will collaborate with instructional designers, multimedia specialists and SMEs to create engaging eLearning content, from job aids to full courseware and 3D simulations.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in training development, experience in military aviation or naval environments, and strong writing skills. This fixed-term role emphasizes teamwork, professionalism and adaptability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in training development
• Experience in training development in a military aviation or naval platform environment
• Demonstrated understanding of ADF training policies and procedures (SADL)
• Diploma of Vocational Education TAE 50122
• Learning Content Management Systems and authoring tools

Responsibilities

• Develop interactive eLearning content for Defence and Security clients
• Collaborate with production team including developers, multimedia specialists, QA, web developers and SMEs
• Support Instructional Systems Designer in evaluating courseware needs and providing guidance to team

Skills

Excellent written & oral communication

High level interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Proactive and adaptable

Strong team skills

Customer focused

Education

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Diploma of Vocational Education

Tools

Learning Content Management Systems

Authoring tools

Job description

At CAE, a Courseware Developer works within a group of dedicated training professionals to develop interactive eLearning content for Defence and Security clients in Australia. The TDS is responsible for the design and development of professional training solutions for CAE projects in close collaboration the Instructional Systems Designers.

As a courseware developer at CAE, you will work as part of a production team comprised of other developers, multimedia specialists, quality assurance personnel, web developers, and Subject Matter Experts to build a full range of learning products from one-page job aids to full e-learning courseware programs or interactive 3-D simulations.

In the Courseware Developer II role, in addition to demonstrating strong courseware development skills, you will also demonstrate Subject Matter Expertise in the technical profession of Mission Aircrew roles in the Royal Australian Air Force. You can support the Instructional Systems Designer in evaluating courseware needs, reviewing lesson material as needed and providing a professional level of technical guidance and direction to other Courseware and Multimedia developers.

As a senior member of the courseware development team, you will possess the ability to foster communication and teamwork, while exhibiting a level of commitment, professionalism, and judgment.

• Excellent written & oral communication skills, including technical writing
• High level Interpersonal skills
• Proactive and adaptable to rapidly changing priorities
• Strong team skills

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE 40116 / 40122)
• Training or qualifications in the development of computer-based training

Essential Experience / Knowledge:

• 5+ years experience in training development
• Experience in training development in a military aviation or naval platform environment
• Demonstrated understanding of ADF training policies and procedures (SADL))
• Diploma of Vocational Education TAE 50122
• Learning Content Management Systems and authoring tools

Highly Desirable:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision
• Excellent written & oral communication skills, including technical writing
• Judgement
• Ability to cope with pressure

At CAE, a Courseware Developer works within a group of dedicated training professionals to develop interactive eLearning content for Defence and Security clients in Australia. The TDS is responsible for the design and development of professional training solutions for CAE projects in close collaboration the Instructional Systems Designers.

As a courseware developer at CAE, you will work as part of a production team comprised of other developers, multimedia specialists, quality assurance personnel, web developers, and Subject Matter Experts to build a full range of learning products from one-page job aids to full e-learning courseware programs or interactive 3-D simulations.

In the Courseware Developer II role, in addition to demonstrating strong courseware development skills, you will also demonstrate Subject Matter Expertise in the technical profession of Mission Aircrew roles in the Royal Australian Air Force. You can support the Instructional Systems Designer in evaluating courseware needs, reviewing lesson material as needed and providing a professional level of technical guidance and direction to other Courseware and Multimedia developers.

As a senior member of the courseware development team, you will possess the ability to foster communication and teamwork, while exhibiting a level of commitment, professionalism, and judgment.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent written & oral communication skills, including technical writing

• High level Interpersonal skills

• Attention to detail

• Proactive and adaptable to rapidly changing priorities

• Strong team skills

• Customer focused

Qualifications

Essential Education:

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE 40116 / 40122)

• Training or qualifications in the development of computer-based training

Essential Experience / Knowledge:

• 5+ years experience in training development

• Experience in training development in a military aviation or naval platform environment

• Demonstrated understanding of ADF training policies and procedures (SADL))

• Diploma of Vocational Education TAE 50122

• Learning Content Management Systems and authoring tools

Highly Desirable:

Competencies:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision

• Excellent written & oral communication skills, including technical writing

• Judgement

• Ability to cope with pressure

About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email ***************@cae.com if needed.

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