Training Manager

About This Role

Training Manager

We are expanding our global network to Central Europe and will be opening a new business aviation training centre in Vienna, Austria. The centre will deploy the first Bombardier Global 7500 full-flight simulator (FFS) in Europe, making pilot training on this popular aircraft type more accessible and convenient for operators in the region.

This role has a key focus on leadership responsibilities managing, motivating and guiding a team of approximately 40 employees. We would like to hear about your recent leadership experience with your application and would appreciate a cover letter with your CV.

We are offering a permanent (not contracting) and full-time opportunity and are looking for the successful candidate to relocate to Vienna with our support.

The role we are offering you:

• Be responsible for the overall supervision and delivery of flight training activities in the assigned fleet(s)
• Be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of ground and flight training in assigned classrooms and aircraft simulators
• Maintain contact with Account Executives, Scheduling, Regulatory and Standards to facilitate seamless delivery of training
• Ensure quarterly Standards meetings are held to continuously improve the standardization of instructors and ensure compliance within the network
• Develop and monitor instructor training plans
• Liaise with Technical Services and Fleet Chiefs to ensure simulator data is current and that simulators contain all customer required material
• Develop the annual client course training plan and course schedules based upon Sales projections
• Manage resources to meet or exceed the required number of training events
• Update instructor HR profiles to include compensation changes, allowances, transfers, promotions and leaves of absence
• Create, maintain, and nurture a close relationship with the Training Center’s primary customers’ flight operations and training departments

Our ideal candidate has:

• EASA ATPL License required (valid or was valid within the last 7 years)
• Additional experience desired: FAA, GCAA, GACA, CAAC and other aviation regulators and regulations
• Previous experience as an Instructor, or equivalent
• Ability to focus and work in a fast paced 24/7 environment
• Readily accepts change and adjusts accordingly
• Maintains concentrated customer/client orientation
• Experience managing teams

Location:

• Vienna

Come share your passion with us!

About us

CAE will initially operate six state-of the-art FFSs in Vienna, including the Global 7500, a Global 6000 Vision, and four yet-to-be-announced FFSs for business jets from leading manufacturers. The new 8,000-square-metre facility will have space for expansion with a capacity for up to nine FFSs and will be purpose-built to deliver the most advanced pilot training experience in Central Europe.

Our new Training Centre will be a game-changer for business aviation training in the region, offering programs on the region's most sought-after aircraft platforms in an immersive learning environment and you can be part of it!

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Position Type

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As "One CAE," we take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, Veteran status, age, or other legally protected characteristics.

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please get in touch with us at rh-hr@cae.com.