Pilot Training Managers - DHC8/King Air

PAL Aerospace; Halifax; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive health benefits from Day

Pension Plan with Employer Matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Personal travel privileges with PAL

EFAP

Industry discounts

Job summary

PAL Aerospace is seeking a Training Manager to lead aviation training programs across our AMSD team in Campbell River, Halifax or St. John’s. You will deliver ground, simulator, and line training, assess pilots, and drive program improvements to maintain CAR compliance and high safety standards.

The role requires extensive flight time (DHC-8/KingAir), ATPL, and leadership experience, with responsibilities spanning development, evaluation, and cross-base standardization.

Qualifications

• Must have experience on DHC-8 and/or KingAir.
• Total time of 3500 hours across all flight time.
• 500 multi-engine hours and 1000 PIC hours.
• Instrument rating and multi-engine rating required.
• Leadership or supervisory experience is an asset.
• Strong organizational, time-management and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of aerospace operations and documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training: ground school, simulator, and line training for flight crews.
• Evaluate pilot competency through formal evaluations and line checks.
• Develop and revise training programs, manuals, and courseware.
• Ensure compliance with CARs, SOPs, and approved syllabi.
• Maintain accurate training records and documentation.
• Support standardization across fleets and bases.
• Participate in training meetings and calibration sessions.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Decision-making

Education

ATPL

Job description

Operating with Experience. 50 Years of Flight Operations Driving Mission-Critical Success.

Headquartered in Atlantic Canada with a global presence in over 60 countries and a dedication to special missions excellence for over 50 years, the PAL Aerospace team thrives at the forefront of aviation technology and expert crew skills. As a rapidly growing company, we’ve built a reputation for delivering airborne special mission solutions that enable our customers to address today’s complex security, safety, economic, and environmental threats. On the PAL Aerospace team, you’re working alongside a tight-knit group of talented professionals who help make the world a safer and more sustainable place.

Operating for domestic affairs agencies, coast guards, fisheries protection, search and rescue, and other public safety organizations, our Airborne Maritime Surveillance Division (AMSD) offers immediate access to special mission aircraft, sensors, and crew.

To support our mission, PAL Aerospace is looking for Training Managersto join our AMSD team in Campbell River, BC, Halifax, NSorSt. John’s, NL where no two days are the same!

The Training Manager is responsible for delivering, evaluating, and maintaining pilot training programs to ensure compliance with company standards, Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs), and approved training programs. This role supports safe, standardized flight operations through effective instruction, mentoring, and performance assessment.

Key Responsibilities

Training Delivery

• Conduct ground school, simulator, and line training for flight crew.
• Deliver recurrent, upgrade, and initial aircraft type training.
• Ensure all instruction aligns with Company Operations Manual (COM), SOPs, and approved training programs.

Evaluation & Checking

• Assess pilot competency through formal evaluations and line checks.
• Identify training deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide structured feedback and coaching to trainees.
• Promote adherence to SOPs and operational best practices.
• Support standardization initiatives across fleets and bases.
• Participate in training meetings and calibration sessions.

Program Development & Support

• Assist in development and revision of training programs, manuals, and courseware.
• Provide input on training improvements based on operational experience.
• Support implementation of new procedures, aircraft, or regulatory requirements.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all training complies with CARs, company manuals, and approved syllabi.
• Contribute to the Safety Management System (SMS) through reporting and hazard identification.
• Maintain accurate training records and documentation.

Qualifications:

• Must have experience on DHC-8 and/or KingAir
• Valid ATPL
• 3500 hours total time
• 500 multi-engine hours
• 1000 PIC hours
• Instrument Rating
• Multi-engine Rating
• Ability to work in a cohesive team environment
• Experience in a leadership or supervisory role would be considered an asset
• Excellent organizational skills
• Effective time management and planning skills
• Demonstrated analytical and decision-making skills
• Knowledge of Aerospace operations
• Experience in document management and developing new procedures

At PAL Aerospace, we know that compensation isn’t the only factor in choosing a company. That’s why we’re proud to offer comprehensive perks and benefits.

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from Day One
• Pension Plan with Employer Matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Personal travel privileges with PAL and interline agreements with multiple airlines
• EFAP
• Industry discounts (hotels, rental cars, etc.)

PAL Aerospaceis committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates and encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion whereby individuals are recognized, supported, and respected. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you.