Regional FSTD Standards & Compliance Lead

CAE Defence & Security – Indo-Pacific; Madrid; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CAE Defence & Security – Indo-Pacific is seeking a Regional FSTDO Standards & Regulatory Compliance Specialist to ensure consistent FSTD standards and regulatory compliance across the assigned region. You will work with Technical Operations, Training Operations, Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical solutions.

This is an individual-contributor role requiring strong technical expertise and the ability to influence across functions

Qualifications

• 8+ years in aviation industry or related field.
• Experience with FSTD technical operations or flight simulation engineering.
• Experience interfacing with aviation regulatory authorities.
• Strong knowledge of FSTD qualification, continuing qualification and regulatory processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve global FSTDO standards, processes and procedures.
• Interpret FSTD regulations and translate into operational requirements.
• Provide SME on FSTD qualification, continuing qualification, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate regulatory and technical activities across training centers.
• Assess compliance risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Support regulatory submissions, audits, and root-cause analyses.
• Monitor approvals, compliance actions and risks across regions.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives with technical, operations, QA, and regulatory teams.
• Represent FSTDO Standards & Regulatory Compliance in reviews and forums.
• Provide regulatory guidance and knowledge sharing across the global training network.

Skills

Aviation industry experience

FSTD operations

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional coordination

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Leadership without authority

Tools

MS Office

Compliance-management software

Job description

CAE Defence & Security – Indo-Pacific is seeking a Regional FSTDO Standards & Regulatory Compliance Specialist to ensure consistent FSTD standards and regulatory compliance across the assigned region. You will work with Technical Operations, Training Operations, Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical solutions.

This is an individual-contributor role requiring strong technical expertise and the ability to influence across functions