Instructor Pilot – PC-21 – Advanced Flying Training Fixed-Wing (AFT-FW)

1 Month ago • All levels • Teaching

Job Summary

Job Description

As an Instructor Pilot, you will be responsible for training military aviators, specifically for the PC-21 trainer. This includes designing and developing training systems, delivering classroom and simulator training, and conducting live flights. You will also need to maintain your own flying proficiency, stay current with regulations, and support the customer in writing and maintaining procedures. The role requires expertise in various missions and the ability to conduct night flying using Night Vision Goggles. The role involves maintaining currency, proficiency, and safety standards.
Must have:
  • 500 hours of flying time in a single pilot aeroplane
  • Hold a Transport Canada commercial pilot’s licence
  • Hold, or have held, a TC instructor rating
  • Fluent in English reading, writing and communication
Good to have:
  • Previous NFTC QFI or PC-21 QFI experience
  • Previous flying supervisory / military flight leadership experience
  • Flight lead experience in a trainer or fighter aircraft
  • Experience in military instruction
  • RAWC Operational Test and Evaluation Course or equivalent qualification
Perks:
  • Flexible benefits
  • Defined Benefits Retirement Plan & Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan & corporate discounts
  • Physical Wellness Plan & Supplementary Maternity Plan
  • Social and community events

Job Details

About This Role

                                                                                                         

All for preparing pilots for critical missions.

Lead the way and inspire future generations as you step into a role where your expertise strengthens safety and security. In Defense & Security, our instructor pilots at CAE prepare military aviators to tackle the most critical missions with confidence and readiness. Here, you’ll use your experience to train new recruits to perform at their best when the stakes are at their highest. Join a team driven by cutting-edge technology and a commitment to empowering defence forces around the world.

** We're always on the lookout for top talent. Submit your application and be among the first to be considered for upcoming roles.**

By joining our team of military trained instructor pilots, you will be helping to create a dynamic and exciting environment for students learning to fly and operate the PC-21 trainer.

During the build-up to commencement of training, the AFT-FW Instructor Pilot will be closely involved in leading a team of AFT-FW CQFIs in the design and development of the pilot training system for the future of the RCAF. This will entail:

  • Undertaking aircraft type conversion training;
  • Supporting the design and development of courseware, including classroom-based, synthetic training device-based and live flying training sequences;
  • Supporting acceptance testing of courseware, synthetic training devices and aircraft;
  • Supporting the establishment of an integrated training center through the development of policy and procedure documents; and
  • Supporting the integration and testing of various Information Management systems (e.g. Learning)
  • Testing of the synthetic training devices’ lesson plans and PC21 air lesson plans (ALPs)

The role we are offering you:

Once steady state training has commenced, the AFT-FW Instructor Pilot will be responsible to maintain an instructional category as a CQFI, including the following tasks:

  • Deliver training in the classroom, on synthetic training devices, and in our PC-21 aircraft;
  • Maintain flying proficiency, category and currency in accordance with applicable orders (B-GA-100, RCAF FOM, 2 CFFTS Orders and CQFI SOW);
  • Execute instructional sorties in accordance with RCAF instructional doctrine;
  • Be able to execute all missions in the AFT-FW syllabus, including cross country and/or out and back missions;
  • Assist the flight commander in monitoring instructor continuity of assigned students as required;
  • Prepare and conduct presentations/briefings on instructional topics to include A Category ground school as applicable;
  • Follow CAF Flight Safety program and protocols in accordance with A-GA-135-001/AA-001 – Flight Safety for the Canadian Armed Forces manual;
  • Support the customer in writing, maintaining and reviewing procedures, manuals and other documents as required;
  • Support OA and TA organizations both internally and externally as a subject matter expert;
  • Participate in routine, periodic reviews of courseware and procedures;
  • Contribute to the ongoing improvement and maintenance of courseware; and
  • May be assigned to perform Maintenance Test Pilot duties as required.

All CQFIs must be qualified to instruct students on Clearhood, Instrument, Navigation, Formation and Composite missions as depicted in the appropriate training program and as applicable to the CQFI’s assigned duties. Additionally, AFT QFI will conduct night flying using Night Vision Goggles. CQFIs may also be required to work in Standards, to conduct staff development, and/or conduct QFI training based on demonstrated performance.

           

AFT-FW Instructor Pilot Currency Requirements:

As the Instructor Pilot, you are responsible for you and your team’s maintenance of RCAF currency and proficiency requirements including, but not limited to:

  • Aeromedical Training IAW CADO 5-301;
  • Spatial Disorientation Training;
  • Centrifuge Training;
  • Escape Systems/Ground Egress Training;
  • ALSE Training;
  • Sea Survival Training;
  • Air Operations Survival – Land;
  • Servicing Training for Cross-Country flights;
  • Certification with St John’s Ambulance in first aid training including CPR and AED; and
  • Fire prevention and fire extinguisher training every four years.

AFT-FW Instructor Pilot Candidate Requirements:

 

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

**For candidates with NO prior military experience:

  • A minimum of 500 hours of flying time in a single pilot, high performance aeroplane, and
  • Hold a Transport Canada (TC) commercial pilot’s licence
  • Hold, or have held, a TC instructor rating

**For instructor pilots WITH prior military experience:

o   Demonstrate military experience with an acceptable Prior Learning Assessment Requirement completed

  • All candidates must be fluent in English in regards to reading, writing and oral communication
  • Military or professional flying experience within the last 10 years;
  • Maintain an unrestricted TC category 1 medical and any additional medical exams as required by the RCAF;
  • Body weight and anthropometric measurements must be within the limits of the aircraft to be flown.

AFT-FW Instructor Pilot Desired Qualifications/Experience:

The following are preferred qualifications:

  • Previous NFTC QFI or PC-21 QFI experience;
  • Previous flying supervisory / military flight leadership experience;
  • Flight lead experience in a trainer or fighter aircraft;
  • Experience in military instruction;
  • RCAF Aerospace Warfare Centre (RAWC) Operational Test and Evaluation Course (or RCAF-recognized equivalent qualification)

Candidate must successfully pass a security evaluation per the requirements of the Controlled Goods Directorate of Canada and to CAE being able to obtain all necessary re-transfer authorization in compliance with US ITAR regulations.

CAE offers: 

  • Benefits: fully flexible for you to choose what is important
  • Retirement: Defined Benefits Retirement Plan & Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
  • Financial Perks: Employee Stock Purchase Plan & numerous corporate discounts
  • Personal and Family Programs: Physical Wellness Plan & Supplementary Maternity Plan
  • Fun at work: social and community events all-year round!
  • Relocation package: Our relocation package is designed to support your transition and make moving to Moose Jaw as smooth as possible.

At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. 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. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.

Come and share your passion with us!

 #LI-KP2

Position Type                       

Regular

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, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender indentity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by local laws.

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. 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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About The Company

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 simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, airlines, 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, mission simulators and 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.

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