Senior Flight Simulator Instructor

CAE Inc; Gatwick; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible holiday policy

Private health insurance (BUPA)

Healthcare cash plan

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Job summary

CAE in Gatwick, United Kingdom, seeks a Flight Simulator Instructor III to deliver flight and ground training on the designated programme. Reporting to the Training Manager, you will support pilot development through simulator instruction, classroom training and performance-based coaching while meeting regulatory and organisational standards.

The role requires an ATPL or equivalent, a valid aircraft type rating with experience, and 1,500+ hours multi-pilot time.

Qualifications

• Holder of ATPL or equivalent qualification.
• Holds or previously held a relevant aircraft type rating with operational experience or equivalent.
• Minimum 1,500 hours of multi-pilot flight time.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word and internet-based applications.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and business needs.
• Customer-focused approach to training delivery and service.
• Ability to work flexible hours in a 24/7 operational environment.
• Residence within a two-hour driving distance of the training facility.
• Full-time basis (40 hours per week) and permanent contract.

Responsibilities

• Deliver flight and ground training activities per qualifications and programme requirements.
• Conduct classroom systems training, performance ground school and simulator-based pilot training.
• Ensure training complies with all authorisations, qualifications and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct effective pre-flight and post-flight briefings.
• Maintain accurate training records and required documentation.
• Suggest curriculum and courseware improvements to enhance training.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Scheduling, HR and Regulatory Affairs.
• Pursue additional instructor qualifications as required by the programme.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Training Manager.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Adaptability

Customer focus

Work under pressure

Flexible hours

Two-hour drive residence

Education

ATPL or equivalent licence

Aircraft type rating with operational experience

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Internet-based applications

Job description

CAE in Gatwick, United Kingdom, seeks a Flight Simulator Instructor III to deliver flight and ground training on the designated programme. Reporting to the Training Manager, you will support pilot development through simulator instruction, classroom training and performance-based coaching while meeting regulatory and organisational standards.

The role requires an ATPL or equivalent, a valid aircraft type rating with experience, and 1,500+ hours multi-pilot time.