Flight Instructors

 

Description:

As a global leader in Civil Aviation training, our Business Aviation Training Division is undergoing an exciting period of expansion and we now have several full-time openings for Synthetic Flight Instructors/Examiners based out of our Burgess Hill (West Sussex) Training Centre. If you're a Professional Pilot looking for a change of direction, have a training background and you are passionate about training then we'd love to hear from you!

Description
 

  • Deliver high‑quality Synthetic Flight Instruction across multiple platforms, including Falcon, Gulfstream, Citation, and Challenger.
  • Build upon your professional aviation experience to become a world‑class Synthetic Flight Instructor/Examiner and subject matter expert.
  • Lead clients through simulator‑based instruction and some classroom‑based training.
  • Maintain accurate and concise trainee records in accordance with CAE policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Work with state‑of‑the‑art synthetic training equipment and the latest aircraft technologies.
  • Collaborate closely with client partners to support their training needs.
  • Commit to an onsite roster pattern at the Burgess Hill Training Centre (5 days per week).
     

Minimum Qualifications
 

  • UK or EASA Licence holder
  • 1500+ hours total multi‑pilot time.
  • Strong attention to detail, especially in training delivery and record‑keeping.
  • Ability to tailor training sessions to diverse trainee backgrounds and skill levels.
  • Interest in mentoring and developing industry professionals.
  • Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and internet‑based applications.
  • High‑level English language reading, speaking, and communication skills.
  • Able to commit to roster pattern with fixed days off.
  • Must live within commutable distance to Burgess Hill (ideally within 1 hour / 30 miles) or be willing to make local arrangements.
  • The right to live and work in the UK is desirable.
  • Willingness to enter into a training bond (value dependent on existing experience and ratings).
     

Preferred Qualifications
 

  • Experience creating a welcoming, productive learning environment for business aviation clients.
  • Demonstrated success mentoring or developing colleagues.
  • Previous exposure to synthetic or simulator‑based instruction.
     

Benefits
 

  • Private health insurance (BUPA).
  • Healthcare cash plan.
  • Employee stock purchase plan.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Electric Car & Cycle to Work schemes.
  • Life Assurance.
  • CAE’s Global Flexible Vacation program.
  • Internal career progression opportunities (e.g., Examiner, Lead Instructor, Training Manager).

Organization CAE
Industry Other Jobs Jobs
Occupational Category Flight Instructors
Job Location Sussex,UK
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2026-02-21 3:57 pm
Expires on 2026-04-07