Training Manager Job Opening

Role and Responsibilities

Job Summary

The Training Manager is responsible to manage the on-time delivery of a portfolio of flight training programs, in compliance with the academy’s standards and authority regulations. The Training Manager puts a strong focus on professional behavior and attitude, which are key elements to develop the next generation of airlines pilots. The incumbent shall strive towards providing a best in class experience to delight our student pilots.

The Training Manager is responsible for leading, coaching and mentoring a group of instructors as well as executing the performance management duties.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for promoting flight safety throughout the school, supported by the local Safety Officer
• Drive, monitor and report on the cadet progress and throughput as per the Training Service Agreement
• Drive efficient operations through monitoring of the utilization rate of the flight instructors.
• Define and monitor the required quality and standard of training given by the instructors, in concert with the Training Excellence Manager.
• Accountable for ensuring that the school is in compliance with the local regulatory requirements. Ensuring Training policies and processes are suitable for task and regulatory requirements. Advising Specialists of shortfalls and remedial requirements
• Define and ensure an adequate number of suitably qualified FAA instructors are employed to undertake the required training task of the FAA program, and execute the S&OP production plan. Liaise with the recruitment team to provide the needs.
• Communicate and promote policies, procedures and standards throughout the school
• Ensure that all training documentation, manuals and courseware are fit for purpose and meet the requirements of the business
• Ensuring that Training is delivered to meet the Academy’s mission to be the worldwide leading Flight Academy, training the future generation of airline ready pilots through standardized training programs and safe operations. This shall be done by performing regular progress checks, EOC checks and other relevant training duties.
• Lead a team of 25-40 ground/flight instructors

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong people leader and change agent
• Ability to work well in a highly structured environment
• Team-focused and Results-Oriented
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Open to culture diversification
• High proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word and MS Outlook

Education & Experience

• Must have proper authorization to live/work in the United States
• Four-year degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience
• Current & valid FAA flight instructor license and relevant medical certificate
• No aircraft accident or aviation violation convictions
• 2+ years of experience as a Flight Instructor
• Previous Management or Flight Lead experience in an aviation related business preferred

Equal Opportunity

CAE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

Accessibility

CAE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected] or call: 972-456-8347. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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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 Employment Opportunity

At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. With no exception.

As captured in our overarching value "One CAE" (one passionate and inclusive team), we’re proud to work as one passionate, boundaryless and inclusive team.

At CAE, all employees are welcome regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or age.

The masculine form may be used in this job description solely for ease of reading, but refers to men, women and the gender diverse.