RPA Sensor Operator Instructor

CAE; Al Majma`ah; On-site; SAR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CAE is seeking UAV Sensor Operator Instructors in Saudi Arabia to join its Basic UAS training delivery program. The instructor will deliver classroom and practical instruction, using multimedia and simulators, leveraging extensive aviation and training experience.

Candidates should have sensor/operator qualifications, instructional experience, and the ability to work in a defense environment. Visa eligibility for Saudi Arabia is required; Saudi-based deployment offered by CAE.

Qualifications

• Current/previously rated military sensor operator or equivalent civil sensor/mission operator experience
• Previous experience as an instructor Sensor Operator (USAF specialty code “K”, RAF Q Qualifications or civilian equivalent)
• Minimum of 1000 hours total flying/operating time (simulated and/or live)
• Minimum of 2 years of instructional experience
• Ability to read, analyse, and interpret complex documents; respond effectively to sensitive inquiries and feedback
• Ability to generate effective oral and written presentations and proposals on complex subjects
• Experience with a broad spectrum of sensor capabilities and UAV types
• Flying/operating time on fixed wing UAV type(s)
• Instructional experience on fixed wing UAV types
• Ability to maintain cultural awareness and good relations with the customer
• Ability to adapt and innovate
• Ability to concentrate and work in a multicultural/multiagency environment
• Ability to maintain strong customer orientation under adverse circumstances
• Ability to respond to customer questions by research, leveraging team capabilities
• Ability to deal with some complex problems unsupervised
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure
• Ability to obtain and maintain an employment visa for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
• Work environment and physical demands: Defense & Security environment with appropriate dress, grooming and bearing standards
• Work in a classroom environment

Job description

Main purpose of the role:
We welcome applications from UAV Sensor Operator Instructors for our Basic UAS training delivery program in Saudi Arabia.
The UAV Sensor Operator Instructor will work as part of a team to provide academic and practical instruction in classroom environment.
In this role you will use your extensive aviation experience, training experience, and varied computer skills (text & graphics), to develop, deliver, and maintain multi-media and computer-assisted courseware packages. This position is customer-facing and is focused on identifying and supporting customers’ needs and requests. Provides training to customers near Al Majmah’ah, Saudi Arabia. Delivers RPA system training in areas of expertise using a variety of instructional training aids in the classroom environment including the use of multimedia presentations (videos, slides, Power Point), system components and crew and group-based simulators.

Minimum requirements

• Current/previously rated military sensor operator or with equivalent civil sensor/mission operator experience
• Previous experience as an instructor Sensor Operator (USAF specialty code “K”, RAF Q Qualifications or civilian equivalent).
• Minimum of 1000 hours total flying/operating time (simulated and/or live).
• Minimum of 2 years of instructional experience.
• Ability to read, analyse, and interpret the most complex documents. Will be required to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries and feedback.
• Ability to generate effective oral and written presentations and proposals on complex subjects.

• Experience with a broad spectrum of sensor capabilities and with a broad range of UAV types, sizes, roles, complexity.
• Flying/operating time on fixed wing UAV type(s).
• Instructional experience on fixed wing UAV types.
• Ability to maintain cultural awareness and good relations with the customer.
• Ability to adapt and innovate.
• Ability to concentrate and work in a multicultural/multiagency environment.
• Ability to maintain strong customer orientation under adverse circumstances.
• Ability to respond to customer questions by carrying out research, leveraging team capabilities and delivering to an accurate and timely answer.
• Ability to deal with some complex problems unsupervised.
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure.

• Ability to obtain and maintain an employment visa for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
• Work environment and physical demands:
• Work in a Defense & Security environment with appropriate dress, grooming and bearing standards.
• Work in a classroom environment.

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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