About This Role
CAE is recruiting several full-time Synthetic Flight Instructors/Examiners for its business aviation training centre in Burgess Hill, West Sussex. The role delivers simulator and classroom training across Falcon, Gulfstream, Citation and Challenger platforms. Applicants need a UK or EASA licence, at least 1,500 hours of multi-pilot time, strong English and the ability to work onsite five days per week.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality Synthetic Flight Instruction across multiple platforms, including Falcon, Gulfstream, Citation, and Challenger.
- Build upon your professional aviation experience to become a world-class Synthetic Flight Instructor/Examiner and subject matter expert.
- Lead clients through simulator-based instruction and some classroom-based training.
- Maintain accurate and concise trainee records in accordance with CAE policies and regulatory requirements.
- Work with state-of-the-art synthetic training equipment and the latest aircraft technologies.
- Collaborate closely with client partners to support their training needs.
- Commit to an onsite roster pattern at the Burgess Hill Training Centre (5 days per week).
What We Offer
Private health insurance (BUPA).Healthcare cash plan.Employee stock purchase plan.Pension scheme.Electric Car & Cycle to Work schemes.Life Assurance.CAE's Global Flexible Vacation program.Internal career progression opportunities (e.g., Examiner, Lead Instructor, Training Manager).
Requirements
- UK or EASA Licence holder
- 1500+ hours total multi-pilot time.
- Strong attention to detail, especially in training delivery and record-keeping.
- Ability to tailor training sessions to diverse trainee backgrounds and skill levels.
- Interest in mentoring and developing industry professionals.
- Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and internet-based applications.
- High-level English language reading, speaking, and communication skills.
- Able to commit to roster pattern with fixed days off.
- Must live within commutable distance to Burgess Hill (ideally within 1 hour / 30 miles) or be willing to make local arrangements.
- The right to live and work in the UK is desirable.
- Willingness to enter into a training bond (value dependent on existing experience and ratings).
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience creating a welcoming, productive learning environment for business aviation clients.
- Demonstrated success mentoring or developing colleagues.
- Previous exposure to synthetic or simulator-based instruction.