Test Director - Maintenance Training Devices

CAE Inc; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexibility for work-life balance

Professional development and careerAdv

Job summary

CAE USA Inc. is seeking a Test Director (TD) to oversee testing and evaluation of Multi-Engine Fixed-Wing aircraft training devices. You will lead integration, test plans, and deployment while coordinating with customers and government reps.

The role requires 5+ years in senior aircraft maintenance management or training leadership, the ability to travel up to 50%, and active security clearance. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Arlington, TX.

Qualifications

• Active SECRET security clearance required or eligibility for TS/SCI.
• Experience leading test programs for complex aircraft or simulation systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication with military and civilian customers.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Lead test efforts for full system integration and deployment.
• Write test plans and document results in formal reports.
• Coordinate with government representatives and customers on discrepancies.
• Monitor cost, schedule, and technical issues of testing activities.
• Oversee SME activities and supervise engineers during verification and validation.

Skills

Security clearance

Test planning

System integration

Leadership

Customer interface

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Behind every success is a team of dedicated experts driving us forward. Our corporate functions don’t just support — they lead, shaping the company’s path and preparing clients and employees for the moments that matter. Be part of a team where your work makes a difference, with opportunities to grow, collaborate, and thrive. Who We Are: CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers’ training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness. CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness. CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer:

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance
• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

Summary

A Test Director (TD) shall provide the testing and evaluation of Multi-Engine Fixed-Wing aircraft for the design, development, production, test, and sell-off of simulation training and maintenance training devices. A Test Director builds, leads, and executes integration, test and deployment activities and plans to evaluate program requirements that have been verified and validated prior to customer acceptance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• This position requires the utmost professionalism at all times.
• Participate in all phases of system design, including requirements definition.
• Required to perform duties as the Subject Matter Experts (SME) for their application(s).
• Manages Hardware & software system integration.
• Conducts pre- and post-integration testing of training devices.
• Lead all test efforts; system tests, acceptance tests, configuration, scheduling, and customer interface.
• Writes test plans, conduct testing, documents results in formal reports.
• Writes, tracks and ensures discrepancy resolution.
• Manages discrepancy review boards with the customer and/or government representatives.
• Monitor and control testing aspects of the program for cost, schedule and technical issues.
• Heavy use of computer systems in an office environment and a secure environment.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• SECRET security clearance required.
• Must be eligible for TS/SCI.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both an office and military customer setting Excellent verbal and written communication skills (customer users, USAF, USN SMEs)
• Ability to remain calm during tense discussions and be the voice of reason.
• Good analytical skills to assist engineering with identifying and fixing issues; root cause analysis
• Experience interfacing with customers and end users.
• Military Maintenance Lead or Crew Chief experience large multi-engine aircraft.
• Ability to explain technical concerns to customers.
• Ability to lead a team of engineers to achieve schedule and performance goals.
• Self-motivated to address, evaluate, and correct testing concerns.
• Organizational skills and integrity to run a rigorous test program while holding to the contractual requirements
• Ability to work weekends and/or off-shifts as required.
• Ability to travel up to 50% (average).
• 5+ years experience in senior level aircraft maintenance management and/or in training leadership.

Preferred Skills:

• TS/SCI clearance a plus.
• Experience with flight control systems, cargo doors operation, landing gear, wheels and brakes, engine and APU systems.
• Military Maintenance Lead or Crew Chief experience, preferable in B747-400/800 series or large multi-engine cargo aircraft (C-17, KC-46, KC-135, E-3, etc.) is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business, Computer Science, or Engineering degree.
• Experience in use of simulation training devices and products.
• Government Program test experience.
• Demonstrated experience developing long-term business relationships with the customer or end user community.
• Microsoft Office product proficiency is a plus.

Security Responsibilities

Must complywith all company security and data protection, and usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. The incumbent employee Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources. Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance. Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Work Environment

This is not a remote position. The primary work location is in Arlington, Texas. This is required to be a full-time position and is not available to be or become part-time. Must be able to travel extensively to CONUS and OCONUS sites for extended periods to support program work. Routine travel required supporting site modifications and installs (up to 50%). This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. Moderate levels of work stress associated with technical, schedule, and customer issues are to be expected with this position.

Physical Demands

Will be required to sit down for long periods of time. Must be able to climb stairs to enter and exit a simulator and enter simulator cockpit which can include restrictive spaces. Extended work hours and occasional 2nd or 3rd shift assignments can be encountered.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.

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.

Position Type Regular Equal Opportunity Employer CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success.

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