Lead Flight Simulator Instructor — Pilot Training Coach

Manor Royal Business District; Crawley; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible holiday policy

Private health insurance (BUPA)

Healthcare cash plan

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Job summary

CAE is seeking a Flight Simulator Instructor III in Crawley, UK. You will deliver flight and ground training on your designated programme, supporting pilot development through simulator instruction, classroom training and performance-based coaching.

Reporting to the Training Manager, you will maintain regulatory standards, improve curriculum, and collaborate with internal stakeholders. This is a full-time, permanent role requiring 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• ATPL or equivalent qualification.
• Aircraft type rating with operational experience.
• 1500 hours of multi-pilot flight time.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Outlook, Word and internet apps.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours in a 24/7 operation.
• Residence within two hours’ driving distance of the facility.
• Full-time, permanent role (40 hours/week).

Responsibilities

• Deliver flight and ground training per programme requirements.
• Conduct classroom systems training and simulator-based pilot training.
• Ensure training complies with authorisations and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct effective pre-flight and post-flight briefings.
• Maintain accurate training records and documentation.
• Support curriculum updates to improve client training.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Scheduling, HR and Regulatory Affairs as needed.
• Pursue additional instructor qualifications as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Training Manager.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Fast-paced environment

24/7 availability

Education

Air Transport Licence (ATPL) or equivalent

Aircraft type rating with operational experience

1500 hours multi-pilot flight time

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Internet-based applications

Job description

CAE is seeking a Flight Simulator Instructor III in Crawley, UK. You will deliver flight and ground training on your designated programme, supporting pilot development through simulator instruction, classroom training and performance-based coaching.

Reporting to the Training Manager, you will maintain regulatory standards, improve curriculum, and collaborate with internal stakeholders. This is a full-time, permanent role requiring 40 hours per week.