Supporting Crew Member

CAE; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Healthcare cash plan

Employer contributed Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Job summary

CAE is seeking a Supporting Crew Member for our Business Aviation Training Centre in Burgess Hill. This role blends hands-on flight simulation with training administration, delivering exposure to aviation training operations.

You will support simulator sessions, maintain training records, prepare facilities, and assist with a range of admin tasks. The 12-month fixed-term, full-time on-site position offers exposure to regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Hold or have held an EASA or UK Multi-Engine Instrument Rating (Aeroplane) or CPL.
• Advanced Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) On Aircraft Course Completion Certificate.
• Multi-Crew Cooperation (MCC) Certificate.
• 200 hours total flying experience, with 70 hours PIC on aeroplanes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Training Administration team by maintaining and auditing training records, preparing classrooms, and assisting with day-to-day administration of training programmes.

Skills

EASA/UK MEL Rating or CPL

UPRT certificate

MCC certificate

200 flight hours, 70 PIC

Job description

The Supporting Crew Member plays a key role in supporting both our simulator training operations and Training Administration function at our Business Aviation Training Centre in Burgess Hill. This unique opportunity offers a blend of hands‑on flight simulation experience and training administration responsibilities, providing valuable exposure to the day‑to‑day delivery of world‑class aviation training programmes.

Working closely with Simulator Flight Instructors, Examiners, and the Training Administration team, the successful candidate will help ensure the smooth operation of training activities by supporting simulator sessions, maintaining training records, preparing training facilities, and assisting with a range of administrative tasks. Qualified candidates will gain hands‑on experience on some of today's most advanced aircraft platforms while developing a strong understanding of aviation training operations and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Training Administration team by maintaining and auditing training records, preparing classrooms, and assisting with the day‑to‑day administration of training programmes.
• Provide right seat support during simulator training, checking, and assessment events.
• Support Simulator Flight Instructors and Examiners in the delivery of training across a range of normal, abnormal, and emergency scenarios.
• Perform flight crew duties and operate aircraft systems and Flight Management Systems (FMS) in accordance with aircraft procedures and SOPs.
• Assist with simulator preparation, briefings, debriefings, and the delivery of a safe and professional training environment.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, training standards, and company procedures.

Requirements

• Hold or have held an EASA or UK (or both) Multi‑Engine Instrument Rating (Aeroplane) / CPL.
• Advanced Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) On Aircraft Course Completion Certificate.
• Multi‑Crew Cooperation (MCC) Certificate.
• 200 hours total flying experience, of which 70 hours Pilot‑in‑Command (PIC) on aeroplanes.

Benefits

• Private health insurance (BUPA).
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Employer contributed Pension scheme.
• Life Assurance.

Contract Details

This opportunity is a 12‑month fixed‑term, full‑time (40 hours per week) contract on‑site at our Business Aviation Training Centre in Burgess Hill. All applicants must hold the right to work and live in the UK.

Position Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available-contact your recruiter or email [e-mail] if needed.

About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we've driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose‑driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

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