Flight Simulator Instructor & SME — Aviation Training Lead

CAE; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage (comprehensive)

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Employee stock purchase program

Paid holidays and vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

CAE in Dallas seeks an experienced Instructor Pilot to deliver flight simulator and ground school training, ensuring alignment with FAA and CAE standards. You will conduct thorough pre- and post-flight briefings and serve as a subject matter expert for client training and internal course development.

You will also maintain training records and qualifications, and provide instruction across aircraft types for licenses, ratings, and internal qualifications.

Qualifications

• Unrestricted ATP certificate or completion of ATP Written.
• Unrestricted PIC Type Rating preferred.
• FAR Part 135 experience and 3,000+ total flight hours preferred.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and internet‑based programs.
• Participation in CAE’s DOT Drug & Alcohol testing program.
• Experience flying business aircraft highly desired.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for teaching.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Deliver flight simulator and ground school training in alignment with regulatory requirements, CAE curriculum, and customer expectations.
• Conduct professional, comprehensive pre‑ and post‑flight simulator briefings.
• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for client training and internal course development.
• Perform administrative duties such as completing training records, maintaining instructional qualifications, and recommending remedial training when needed.
• Provide instruction across one or more aircraft types for licenses, type ratings, certificates, and internal qualifications.
• After approximately 1.5+ years (subject to business need), qualify as a Training Center Evaluator (TCE) and customer contract check airman.

Skills

Strong communication

Teaching mindset

Computer literacy

Education

ATP certificate or ATP Written

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CAE in Dallas seeks an experienced Instructor Pilot to deliver flight simulator and ground school training, ensuring alignment with FAA and CAE standards. You will conduct thorough pre- and post-flight briefings and serve as a subject matter expert for client training and internal course development.

You will also maintain training records and qualifications, and provide instruction across aircraft types for licenses, ratings, and internal qualifications.