Weapons System Operator (WSOp) Electronic Warfare (EW) Instructor

CAE; Lossiemouth; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hospitality benefits

Job summary

CAE is seeking candidates for the role of Weapons System Operator (WSOp) EW Instructor to join the P-8A Poseidon training team at RAF Lossiemouth. You will deliver EW training to Royal Air Force aircrew and contribute to the development and continuous improvement of training programs.

In this position, you will instruct classroom, simulator, and synthetic training on P-8A EW systems, prepare course materials, assess trainees, and collaborate with military stakeholders to ensure compliance with

Qualifications

• Experience as a WSOp EW in military maritime patrol, ISR, airborne surveillance, or comparable operational environment.
• Operational Electronic Warfare experience.
• Strong understanding of EW principles, tactics, techniques, and procedures.
• Experience delivering training, mentoring, coaching, or instructional activities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom, simulator-based, and synthetic training covering P-8A Electronic Warfare systems and associated tactics.
• Instruct, delivering the content of LSPECs and ASPECs;
• Prepare and maintain lesson plans, courseware, training materials, and student assessments.
• Conduct practical and theoretical training in accordance with approved training syllabi.
• Support mission rehearsal, simulator exercises, and collective training events.
• Monitor and assess trainee performance and provide constructive feedback and coaching.
• Maintain accurate student records and training documentation.
• Participate in course reviews and continuous improvement activities.
• Support course design, updating course material.
• Collaborate with military stakeholders, subject matter experts, and training management personnel.
• Ensure training activities comply with applicable quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Weapons System Operator (EW)

Electronic Warfare experience

Electronic Warfare principles

Training delivery

Communication skills

UK Security Clearance (SC) eligibility

Job description

CAE is seeking candidates interested in becoming a Weapons System Operator (WSOp) Electronic Warfare (EW) Instructor to join the established P-8A Poseidon training team at RAF Lossiemouth.

In this role, you will deliver training to Royal Air Force aircrew operating the Electronic Warfare and defensive systems of the P-8A Poseidon fleet. You will support the development and continuous improvement of training programs to ensure aircrew are prepared to operate in complex mission environments.

Key responsibilities include:

• Deliver classroom, simulator-based, and synthetic training covering P-8A Electronic Warfare systems and associated tactics.

• Instruction, delivering the content of LSPECs and ASPECs;

• Prepare and maintain lesson plans, courseware, training materials, and student assessments.
• Conduct practical and theoretical training in accordance with approved training syllabi.
• Support mission rehearsal, simulator exercises, and collective training events.
• Monitor and assess trainee performance and provide constructive feedback and coaching.
• Maintain accurate student records and training documentation.
• Participate in course reviews and continuous improvement activities.
• Support course design, updating course material.
• Collaborate with military stakeholders, subject matter experts, and training management personnel.
• Ensure training activities comply with applicable quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience as a Weapons System Operator (WSOp EW) within a military maritime patrol, ISR, airborne surveillance, or comparable operational environment.
• Operational Electronic Warfare experience.
• Strong understanding of Electronic Warfare principles, tactics, techniques, and procedures.
• Experience delivering training, mentoring, coaching, or instructional activities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance (SC).

Preferred Qualifications

• Operational experience on the Boeing P-8A Poseidon or a comparable maritime patrol aircraft.
• Completion of the Aircrew Instructors’ Course (AIC), or equivalent.
• Experience developing training material and courseware.
• Experience supporting simulator-based or synthetic training systems.
• Knowledge of RAF Air Command training standards and processes.
• Experience in mission systems, ISR, ASW, or maritime surveillance operations.
• Familiarity with the Defence Systems Approach to Training (DSAT).
• Experience working with modern training technologies and methodologies.

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.

Position Type

Regular

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