Simulator Pilot Instructor C-130J

CAE Inc; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

CAE is seeking a skilled C-130J Simulator Pilot Instructor in Australia to lead training delivery, assessment and material development across initial and currency courses. The role involves classroom and simulator instruction, plus ongoing alignment with safety management practices and CAE initiatives.

You will liaise with CAE staff and 37SQN under the Lead Instructor, contributing to program success. The position is on-call (fixed term), requiring Australian citizenship and the ability to

Qualifications

• Possess qualifications and experience to be authorised by the Commanding Officer of RAAF Central Flying School as a competent Simulator Pilot Instructor.
• Hold, or ability to gain, a Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment or recognised equivalent experience.
• Minimum two years Military Qualified Flying Instructor or Operational Flying Instructor experience, or 1000 command hours on C-27J/C-130J or similar aircraft.
• Completed or able to complete ground training segments of the C-130J Pilot Conversion Course.
• Hold Australian Citizenship and be eligible to hold an Australian Defence Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, deliver, assess and evaluate training and materials, including classroom and simulator delivery.
• Provide subject matter and administrative support to the C-130J and related courses.
• Contribute to Aviation Safety Management related to the training platform and CAE initiatives.
• Liaise with CAE staff and 37SQN as required, reporting to the Lead Instructor.

Skills

Military Qualified Flying Instructor

Simulator Instruction

Aviation Safety

Liaison Skills

Education

Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment

Job description

This role will be responsible to the C- 130J Key Account Manager (KAM) and will report to the C- 130J Lead Instructor for the provision of training, administrative and subject matter expertise support applicable to C- 130J Pilot Initial Qualification course s, secondary upgrade courses and currency training, as well as liaise with other resident instructional staff in CAE and at 37SQN as required.

The C- 130J Simulator PI is responsible for the preparation, delivery, assessment, maintenance and evaluation of training and assessment materials, including delivery of training in the classroom, and simulator as required. Additionally, the role contributes to Aviation Safety Management related to their training platform reporting to the Lead Instructor, as well as internal CAE business initiatives as directed by the LI.

Essential Criteria

• 1. Possess qualifications and experience necessary to be able to be authorised by the Commanding Officer of RAAF Central Flying School as a competent Simulator Pilot Instructor.
• 2. Hold, or ability to gain, a Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment or recognised equivalent experience.
• 3. Have a minimum of two (2) years Military Qualified Flying Instructor or Operational Flying Instructor experience in an aircrew training environment, or have a minimum of 1000 command hours on multi engine, multi crew and tactical transport aircraft C-27J, C-130J multi engine tactical transport or similar aircraft.
• 4. Have completed or ability to complete ground training segments of the C- 130J Pilot Conversion Course.
• 5. Hold an Australian Citizenship and hold or be eligible to hold an Australian Defence Security Clearance.

Desirable Criteria

• 1. Have previous Military Qualified Flying Instructor or Operational Flying Instructor experience on the C- 130 J aircraft.
• 2. Hold, or have held, a Military Qualified Flying Instructor or Operational Flying Instructor Rating or civil equivalent with minimum 200 hours experience in airborne instruction and training roles.
• 3. Experience as a flight simulator instructor.

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

On Call (Fixed Term)

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

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