Job Description Courseware Developer - Civil Aviation Training

CAE; Avon (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CAE is seeking a Courseware Developer to design, develop, integrate, test, and maintain training assets for civil aviation programs. You will work from approved storyboards and learning designs to create high-quality courseware aligning with standards and objectives.

Responsibilities include producing varied training materials, publishing courseware with approved systems, and collaborating with IDs/SMEs. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Storyline/Rise is required;

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience developing courseware, training content, eLearning, multimedia assets, or instructional materials.
• Experience developing content from approved instructional designs, storyboards, or blueprints.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint.
• Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud tools such as Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, or After Effects.
• Experience using eLearning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline and Rise.
• Experience conducting quality assurance reviews and functional testing of learning assets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and assemble training assets based on approved storyboards, blueprints, and learning designs.
• Create and maintain training materials including presentations, learner guides, instructor materials, instructional videos, interactive learning tools, eLearning modules, and supporting documentation.
• Build and publish courseware using approved authoring, content management, and delivery systems.
• Develop content using Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Creative Cloud tools, and eLearning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline and Rise.
• Apply content provided by Instructional Designers and Subject Matter Experts accurately and consistently.
• Review source materials to identify gaps, inconsistencies, or areas requiring clarification and elevate issues as appropriate.
• Perform quality assurance reviews to verify accuracy, completeness, functionality, and compliance with established standards.
• Conduct functional testing of courseware, including navigation, media functionality, and assessments.
• Collaborate with Instructional Designers, Subject Matter Experts, instructors, and other stakeholders during review and revision cycles.
• Support updates, enhancements, and sustainment activities for existing training materials.
• Follow established workflows, version-control practices, and documentation standards.
• Contribute recommendations that support continuous improvement, template optimisation, and content reuse.

Skills

PowerPoint

Adobe Creative Cloud

Articulate Storyline

Rise

Quality assurance

Education

Undergraduate degree in Education/Training/Communications

Tools

LMS/LCMS

AI-enabled tooling

Job description

Description

The Courseware Developer is responsible for the design, development, integration, testing, and maintenance of training assets for civil aviation training programs. Working from approved storyboards, blueprints, and learning designs created by Instructional Designers (IDs) and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), this role develops high-quality courseware and training materials that align with established standards, templates, and learning objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and assemble training assets based on approved storyboards, blueprints, and learning designs.
• Create and maintain training materials including presentations, learner guides, instructor materials, instructional videos, interactive learning tools, eLearning modules, and supporting documentation.
• Build and publish courseware using approved authoring, content management, and delivery systems.
• Develop content using Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Creative Cloud tools, and eLearning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline and Rise.
• Apply content provided by Instructional Designers and Subject Matter Experts accurately and consistently.
• Review source materials to identify gaps, inconsistencies, or areas requiring clarification and elevate issues as appropriate.
• Perform quality assurance reviews to verify accuracy, completeness, functionality, and compliance with established standards.
• Conduct functional testing of courseware, including navigation, media functionality, and assessments.
• Collaborate with Instructional Designers, Subject Matter Experts, instructors, and other stakeholders during review and revision cycles.
• Support updates, enhancements, and sustainment activities for existing training materials.
• Follow established workflows, version-control practices, and documentation standards.
• Contribute recommendations that support continuous improvement, template optimisation, and content reuse.

Scope and Impact

Supports training programs used across multiple countries and regions, including the Americas, EMEA, and APAC.

Works collaboratively with global stakeholders on a regular basis.

May travel to client or training sites up to approximately 10%.

Minimum Qualifications

• Vocational, technical, or undergraduate degree in Education, Training, Communications, Multimedia Development, Graphic Design, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of experience developing courseware, training content, eLearning, multimedia learning assets, or instructional materials.
• Experience developing content from approved instructional designs, storyboards, or blueprints.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint.
• Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud tools such as Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, or After Effects.
• Experience using eLearning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline and/or Rise.
• Experience conducting quality assurance reviews and functional testing of learning assets.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain technical, visual, and instructional consistency.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to travel up to 10% as required.
• Ability to work in an office and training‑center environment, including extended periods of sitting, standing, and computer‑based work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Education, Instructional Design, Adult Learning, Educational Technology, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience developing courseware or training solutions.
• Knowledge of instructional design principles and adult learning methodologies.
• Experience developing training materials within aviation, aerospace, transportation, defence, or other highly regulated industries.
• Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS) or Learning Content Management Systems (LCMS).
• Experience collaborating with Instructional Designers, Subject Matter Experts, and instructors within structured development environments.
• Experience using AI‑enabled tools to support content development, quality improvement, workflow efficiency, or content analysis.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and French.

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 organisation where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

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Position Type

Regular

Equal Opportunity Employer

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