Mission Simulator Operator / Instructor Surveillance Operator (f/m/d)

About This Role

At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying software-based simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, and defence and security forces to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight and mission simulators as well as training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter. 

For our site in Geilenkirchen (close to Aachen) we are looking for a

Mission Simulator Operator / Instructor Surveillance Operator (f/m/d)

Your task:

• Operate the Simulator Training Devices (STDs) and associated systems
• Provide the expertise to contribute for an effective and efficient use of the STDs capabilities and support military instructors to achieve this goal
• Instruct Students in checklist procedure and basic system knowledge in the STDs.
• Provide the full range in simulator scenario training aircrew members during all phases of training
• Conduct theoretical and practical training and augment Customer Training Organization as required
• Lead training and scenario development and review
• Instruct basic system knowledge, normal and emergency procedure training and student instructor familiarization training
• Support in planning, guiding and execution of simulated events, support distributed Simulator trainings
• Provide briefing and debriefing to trainee and lead the scheduling activities
• Maintain and update all required technical and operational publications and data provided by customer
• Contribute to further development of training program
• Provide demonstration during visits
• Provide and track data for training, training events, students` performance and generic statistics
• Support the On-Site Manager as require
• Carry out additional tasks under direction

Your profile:

• Educational and or professional background with a bachelor degree plus a professional certification and a minimum of 5 to 8 years of relevant work experience in an international environment
• A recent, thorough working knowledge of Air Defence Operations and Air
  Battle Management, acquired in an Air Surveillance and Control Unit (i.e.,
  AWACS, JTAC or, Control and Reporting Center (CRC).
• A recent experience of at least three (3) years experience as a
  Surveillance Operator and Link Surveillance Operator on the E-3A.
• A recent experience of at least one (1) years experience as an instructor
  Surveillance Operator on the E3A.
• A thorough working knowledge/experience in Link 11 and Link 16
  operations on the E3A.
• Excellent organization skills, including a sense of accuracy
• Strong communication skills across versatile customer groups
• Hands-on, pragmatic, and service-orientated
• Fluency in English
• Eligible for NATO security clearance

We offer:

• On the job training
• Working in international teams
• Challenging and dynamic environment in the field of aeronautics
• A responsible position with excellent development opportunities
• Competitive salary based on a 35Hrs work week

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.