About This Role
CAE is recruiting for several full-time Synthetic Flight Instructor/Examiner positions within its expanding Business Aviation Training Division at Burgess Hill, West Sussex. The roles involve simulator instruction and some classroom training across Falcon, Gulfstream, Citation and Challenger platforms. Instructors will develop their expertise using advanced synthetic training equipment and current aircraft technologies, support business aviation clients, and maintain training records to CAE and regulatory standards. The positions require onsite attendance five days per week, with fixed days off, and willingness to enter a training bond whose value depends on existing experience and ratings.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality synthetic flight instruction across Falcon, Gulfstream, Citation and Challenger platforms, leading clients through simulator-based instruction and some classroom training.
- Build on professional aviation experience to develop as a Synthetic Flight Instructor/Examiner and subject matter expert.
- Maintain accurate, concise trainee records in accordance with CAE policies and regulatory requirements.
- Use advanced synthetic training equipment and the latest aircraft technologies, and work closely with client partners to support their training needs.
- Attend the Burgess Hill Training Centre onsite according to a five-day-per-week roster.
What We Offer
Benefits include private health insurance through BUPA, a healthcare cash plan, an employee stock purchase plan, a pension scheme, Electric Car and Cycle to Work schemes, Life Assurance, and CAE’s Global Flexible Vacation program.Internal career progression opportunities include Examiner, Lead Instructor and Training Manager roles.
Requirements
- Applicants must hold a UK or EASA licence and have at least 1,500 hours of total multi-pilot time
- the posting does not specify the licence level. Minimum qualifications include strong attention to detail in training delivery and record-keeping, the ability to adapt training to trainees with different backgrounds and skill levels, and an interest in mentoring and developing aviation professionals. Basic computer proficiency is required, including Microsoft Office and internet-based applications, along with high-level English reading, speaking and communication skills. Applicants must commit to the roster with fixed days off and live within commuting distance of Burgess Hill, ideally within one hour or 30 miles, or be willing to make local arrangements. Existing rights to live and work in the UK are desirable. Applicants must be willing to enter a training bond, with its value dependent on their experience and ratings. Preferred qualifications include experience creating a welcoming and productive learning environment for business aviation clients, demonstrated success mentoring or developing colleagues, and previous exposure to synthetic or simulator-based instruction.