Synthetic Flight Instructors & Examiners

CAE; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Synthetic Flight Instructors to join their expanding team. This role offers the opportunity to mentor and develop aviation professionals while providing high-quality training across various platforms. You will work with state-of-the-art equipment and contribute to a welcoming training environment. The position is based in Burgess Hill, requiring onsite presence five days a week. If you have a strong customer focus and a desire to excel in aviation training, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Private health insurance (BUPA)

Healthcare cash plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Pension scheme

Electric Car & Cycle to Work schemes

Life Assurance

Flexible vacation program

Opportunities for internal progression

Qualifications

• Experience as a Synthetic Flight Instructor or similar role.
• Ability to tailor training sessions to diverse customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert Synthetic Flight instruction and classroom-based training.
• Maintain accurate trainee records in accordance with CAE policy.

Skills

UK, EASA, or ICAO equivalent licence

1500 hours total multi-pilot time

Recent instructional experience

Basic computer proficiency

High-level English skills

Education

Aviation-related qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

As a global leader in Civil Aviation training, our Business Aviation Training Division is undergoing an exciting period of expansion, and we now have several full-time openings for Synthetic Flight Instructors based out of our Burgess Hill (West Sussex) Training Centre.

The role we are offering you

We are looking for instructors to join us across various platforms including Falcon, Gulfstream, Citation, and Challenger. We will build upon your existing experience as an aviation professional and transform you into a world-class Synthetic Flight Instructor and subject matter expert, ready to lead clients through their training – all with the added benefit of spending less time away from home.

You will work alongside our client partners, providing expert Synthetic Flight instruction. Additionally, some classroom-based instruction will be required, and you will be responsible for maintaining accurate and concise trainee records. You will also get to work with state-of-the-art synthetic training equipment and the latest aircraft technologies.

Our ideal candidate has

• Held a UK, EASA, or ICAO equivalent licence
• 1500 hours or more total multi-pilot time OR 500 hours or more SP hours
• Recent instructional experience – TRI/TRE/SFI/SFE desirable and/or teaching experience
• Previous experience operating within a business aviation environment on the platforms mentioned above is highly desirable but not essential
• A keen eye for detail in training delivery – willing to maintain accurate and timely records in accordance with CAE policy and requirements
• Ability to tailor training sessions to diverse customer needs
• Basic computer proficiency – Microsoft Office and internet-based programs
• High-level English reading, speaking, and conversational skills
• Flexibility to commit to a 5-day-on / 2-days-off work pattern
• Residency within a 1-hour drive (30 miles) of Burgess Hill or arrangements to stay locally
• The right to live and work in the UK or EU

What kind of person will succeed in this team?

You'll thrive on mentoring and developing industry colleagues from diverse backgrounds and be passionate about delivering high-quality training. A strong customer focus and creating a welcoming, productive training environment are essential.

Location

The role is based at our Burgess Hill Training Centre, requiring onsite presence five days a week. Please note that a training bond applies, with the level determined by previous experience and ratings.

CAE offers

• Private health insurance (BUPA)
• Healthcare cash plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Pension scheme
• Electric Car & Cycle to Work schemes
• Life Assurance
• Flexible vacation program
• Opportunities for internal progression to roles such as Examiner, Lead Instructor, and Training Manager

About CAE

At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. We digitalize the physical world through software-based simulation training and support solutions. We empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, defense, security forces, and healthcare practitioners to perform at their best every day, especially when stakes are high. With over 13,000 employees across approximately 250 sites in over 40 countries, CAE has been industry a leader for more than 75 years, pioneering high-fidelity simulators and training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do, ensuring our customers are ready for moments that matter.