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Cae Flight Instructor Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

C-130 L-382 Instructor Flight Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$59K - $67K/yr

... Instructor * Minimum of 2000 hours of flight time as a C-130/L-382 Flight Engineer * Previous ... CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for ...

As an Instructor Pilot at CAE, your role soars beyond training. You build confidence and skill ... Whether leading simulator sessions or pre-flight briefings, you'll contribute to CAE's legacy of ...

Who We Are: * CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and ... Duties of the Contract Instructor (CI) will normally involve direct interface with trainees, Royal ...

Deliver flight simulator and ground school training in accordance with regulatory standards, CAE ... Existing instructor qualification or type rating. * FAR Part 135 experience. * SAAB 2000 Type ...

C-130 L-382 Instructor Flight Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$59K - $67K/yr

... Instructor * Minimum of 2000 hours of flight time as a C-130/L-382 Flight Engineer * Previous ... CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for ...

Who We Are: * CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and ... Duties of the Contract Instructor (CI) will normally involve direct interface with trainees, Royal ...

As an Instructor Pilot at CAE, your role soars beyond training. You build confidence and skill ... Whether leading simulator sessions or pre-flight briefings, you'll contribute to CAE's legacy of ...

Deliver flight simulator and ground school training in accordance with regulatory standards, CAE ... Existing instructor qualification or type rating. * FAR Part 135 experience. * SAAB 2000 Type ...

Fleet Planner

Orlando, FL · On-site

$70 - $100/hr

Description CAE is seeking a Fleet Planner to join the team at the Orlando, Parksouth Training ... Schedule and coordinate instructor training activities, including booking, authorization tracking ...

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Fleet Planner

Orlando, FL · On-site

$58K - $69K/yr

Description CAE is seeking a Fleet Planner to join the team at the Orlando, Parksouth Training ... Schedule and coordinate instructor training activities, including booking, authorization tracking ...

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Fleet Planner

Orlando, FL

$63K - $76K/yr

Description CAE is seeking a Fleet Planner to join the team at the Orlando, Parksouth Training ... Schedule and coordinate instructor training activities, including booking, authorization tracking ...

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How much do cae flight instructor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for cae flight instructor in Florida is $70,709.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,600.00 and $83,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a CAE flight instructor?

A CAE Flight Instructor is responsible for training pilots using flight simulators and classroom instruction. They provide guidance on aircraft systems, procedures, and aviation regulations to ensure pilots develop the necessary skills for safe and efficient operations. Instructors may teach initial, recurrent, and advanced flight training for various aircraft types. Their role involves assessing pilot performance, providing feedback, and ensuring training meets industry and regulatory standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a CAE flight instructor?

To thrive as a CAE Flight Instructor, you need strong instructional abilities, advanced flight knowledge, and typically hold a commercial pilot’s license with instructor ratings. Proficiency in flight simulators, advanced training devices, and familiarity with computer-based aviation training systems are essential. Excellent communication, patience, and the ability to adapt teaching styles to diverse learners help instructors stand out. These skills ensure safe, effective pilot training and uphold the quality standards and safety culture expected by CAE and aviation authorities.

What types of aircraft and simulators will I typically work with as a CAE flight instructor?

As a CAE Flight Instructor, you will primarily deliver training using high-fidelity flight simulators and advanced training devices that replicate a wide range of commercial or business aircraft, depending on your qualifications and the business focus of your location. You may instruct trainees on popular models such as Boeing, Airbus, or regional jets, utilizing state-of-the-art simulation technology to deliver realistic training scenarios. Your daily work involves coaching pilots on normal and emergency procedures, conducting performance evaluations, and providing feedback in both classroom and simulator environments. This role offers the opportunity to enhance your expertise on multiple aircraft types and collaborates closely with other instructors and curriculum development teams to maintain training excellence.

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Infographic showing various Cae Flight Instructor job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $70,709 per year, or $34 per hour.

C-130 L-382 Instructor Flight Engineer

Tampa, FL • On-site


CAE, Inc.
Aviation • 10K+ employees

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

26th of 72 rated aerospace companies

Great coworkers

People enjoy working here

Good employer


$59K - $67K/yr

Part-time

Re-posted 24 days ago


Job description

About This Role
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provide C130/L-382 instruction in flight and performance manual subjects.
  • Provide instruction in crew resource management and night vision systems.
  • Ensure all instruction is conducted with safety as the number one priority.
  • Develop curriculum, syllabus, lesson plan and courseware for courses.
  • Generate post training evaluation reports.
  • Direct, coordinate and lead all activity for the aircrew during simulator training sessions.
  • Operate simulator Instructor Operator Station (IOS) during fixed training device/simulator training sessions.
  • Maintain a current level of knowledge by attending training courses and self-study.
  • Hold creditability and the attention of the customer attendees.
  • Display excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Clearly express procedures and physical processes and concepts to both our domestic and international customers.
  • Maintain math skills necessary to conduct aviation related mission planning/execution such flight plans, fuel consumption
  • Calculations and other performance calculations.
  • Display sufficient intellectual and personal skills to evaluate, and where necessary, re-direct students.
  • Maintain proficient with Microsoft Office software.
  • Work a flexible schedule.

Qualifications and Education Requirements
  • Minimum of seven years' experience as a flight engineer and three years' experience as a C-130/L-382 Aircraft Flight Engineer Instructor
  • Minimum of 2000 hours of flight time as a C-130/L-382 Flight Engineer
  • Previous experience in curriculum development.
  • Ability to hold creditability and the attention of the customer attendees.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to clearly express procedures and physical processes and concepts to both our domestic and international customers.
  • Math skills necessary to conduct aviation related flight plans and fuel consumption calculations.
  • Sufficient intellectual and personal skills to evaluate, and where necessary, re-direct attendees.
  • Detail oriented
  • Proficient with Microsoft office software
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule

Preferred Skills
  • Associate's degree
  • Night vision goggle (NVG) experience
  • Airdrop experience
  • Bi-lingual (English and Spanish)

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
Candidate must be able to provide US military or civil airline records of prior flight and/or simulator time.
Security Responsibilities
Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. 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 job operates in office, classroom, and simulator environments. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Ability to do foreign travel for extended assignments.
  • Ability to stand up and conduct academic instruction in classrooms, simulator or other platform for up to eight hours each day
  • Ability to hear and tolerate simulation vibration and acoustic environment.
  • Ability to climb stairs to enter and exit simulator.
  • Ability to sit in normal instructional type aircraft chair, lift hands above head and reach controls as necessary.

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.
Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at hrops@caemilusa.com
Position Type
On Call (Fixed Term)
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 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 by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com.


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