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• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance

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Summary

The Grob 120TP Instructor/International Deputy Chief Pilot will work directly for the Chief Pilot and will be responsible for student pilot training in the Grob G120TP aircraft and associated training devices, supporting the Army Fixed Wing Program and various international military training programs. Provide instruction in the aircraft, classroom, simulator or practical environments as required. Assist as Subject Matter Expert in development of curriculum for new type courses as required. May provide additional special services such as courseware review and other additional administrative duties such as publications, safety, quality audits, training and scheduling. The Instructor will ensure a safe and secure work environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform duties as Instructor Pilot and conduct training development as required.

• Assist the Chief Pilot with daily management / scheduling of resources.

• Interface with appropriate members of the program, customer, and CAE USA staff to proactively identify and address quality assurance issues and ensure that all quality requirements are met.

• Interface with various departments, management, and staff to identify and execute process improvement opportunities.

• Conduct business in strict compliance with all corporate policies and procedures and applicable state and federal regulations.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Minimum 3000 hours total time (of which 1500 hours minimum in fixed-wing aircraft).

• Minimum of 1000 hours of dual instruction given.

• FAA Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land (SEL) Pilot's License.

• FAA Airplane Single Engine Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) including Instrument Airplane (CFII).

• Must currently hold the above ratings in all these categories or able to obtain such by hire date.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a FAA Class II Flight Medical Certificate.

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

• All-attitude, all-envelope flight experience (examples: military flight instructor, tactical or fighter experience, aerobatics, test pilot school graduate with spin testing experience); T-6/T-34 experience preferred.

• Instructional experience interfacing with international students preferred.

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Word.

• Must be able to effectively deliver oral presentations to management and customers.

• Must be able to work independently, with minimal supervision.

• Must be able to work overtime as required.

• Must be willing to work any shift or day of the week as required.

• Understanding of military protocols and customs is essential.

• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• FAA Commercial, Single-Engine, Instrument Airplane rating and Certificated Flight Instructor in all 3 of these categories/ratings or can readily obtain through a military competency process with the FAA.

Security Responsibilities

Must complywith 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.

• Must be eligible for a DoD Personal Secret Security Clearance.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Domestic and international travel as required.

• Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladder into a simulator or airplane cockpit.

• Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top of or under machinery.

• Must be able to detect odors or hear noises, bangs, etc., or other sounds to detect problems or flaws in the functioning of simulators and its surrounding environment

• Work in a regular office environment; communicate via personal computer, telephone and fax.

• Physical stamina and stature required to maintain composure in airplane seat while wearing parachute during aerobatic flight profiles

• Will be working in areas with risk of electrical shock from moving mechanical parts driven by hydraulics under high pressure.

• Will at times be exposed to the following conditions: extreme heat, airborne particles, and loud noises.

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

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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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