Air Traffic Services Pseudo Pilot

About This Role

Join CAE in building the first of its kind exciting air traffic services division. Under a first-of-its-kind partnership in Canada, CAE will deliver initial training for Flight Service Specialists and Air Traffic Controllers using NAV CANADA’s training curriculum and courseware. The first classes will begin in the fall of 2024 at a new purpose-built Air Traffic Services Training Center on CAE’s campus in Montreal. We are building up a customer-centric and innovative team to deliver accelerated training to over 150 students per year, while ensure quality and transparency to our anchor customer, NAV CANADA.

This agreement leverages the expertise of two Canadian industry leaders to innovate and address future air traffic management requirements. As the world’s largest aviation training provider, CAE is uniquely positioned to work hand in hand with NAV CANADA, the second-largest Air Navigation Service Provider (ANSP) worldwide, to develop a highly proficient workforce and ensure the safety and efficiency of the air traffic system. The partnership will provide additional training capacity as NAV CANADA continues to fully deliver existing training programs from its training units across the country. 

In this role, the Air Traffics Services Pseudo Pilot at CAE, you will play a crucial role in our simulator sessions by acting as a pilot to provide realistic and effective training scenarios for future air traffic controllers. Your contributions will help ensure that our students gain hands-on experience in a controlled and immersive environment.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Simulation Support:

• Operate aircraft simulations in accordance with the scenarios and instructions provided by the training team.

• Interact with students to simulate real-world pilot behaviors and communication.

• Provide realistic pilot inputs and responses to facilitate effective air traffic control training.
   

Communication and Documentation:

• Use precise aviation language to communicate effectively with students and instructors.

• Document and report on simulation sessions, noting any issues or areas for improvement.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with instructors to tailor simulation scenarios that meet specific training objectives.
   

Qualifications:

• Fluency in both English and French, with strong command of aviation terminology in both languages.

• Proficiency in aviation language and procedures.

• Experience or training in aviation is highly desirable.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to realism in simulation scenarios.

• Previous experience in a simulation or training environment is a plus, but not required.

• A passion for aviation and contributing to the development of future air traffic professionals.
   

CAE offers: 

• an environment where your initiatives will be recognized and valued 

• the opportunity to work on a variety of projects on a multidisciplinary team  

• the possibility to work from home occasionally  

• flexible schedules  

• attractive employee benefits 

Check out the press release link to the partnership between NAV Canada and CAE : 

https://www.cae.com/news-events/press-releases/nav-canada-and-cae-form-partnership-to-train-air-traffic-controllers-and-flight-service-specialists
  

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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 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.