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The successful candidate will deliver simulator-based instruction, assessment, and mentoring to students and operational crews across a broad range of operational environments.\nKey Responsibilities\nTraining Delivery\nDeliver whole-crew training in the Chinook HC Mk6A Dynamic Mission Simulator (DMS) and Tactical Control Centre.\n\nConvert ab-initio students from aircraft type training to operational deployment,\n\nTeach and mentor crews across the aircraft’s capabilities, techniques and tactics using realistic day and night scenarios.\n\nPlan, brief, set up and conduct simulator sorties from the Instructor Operating Station (IOS) or Tactical Control Centre (TCC).\n\nDeliver instruction in aircraft systems, emergency drills, principles of flight, standard operating procedures and other subjects within the approved conversion syllabus.\n\nProvide instruction relevant to single-aircraft and multi-aircraft operations.\n\nAct as a role-player during training, including the provision of air traffic control, supporting players and additional crew roles.\n\nSupport training on other aircraft types from the TCC where appropriate.\n\nAssessment and Debriefing\nAssess trainee and crew performance against the required standard.\n\nUse the Digital Recording and Playback system to support effective crew debriefing.\n\nComplete post-sortie documentation, including trainee performance reports and entries within the Training Management Information System.\n\nInstruct and assess Crew Resource Management principles.\n\nSafety and Training Management\nManage training events safely, effectively and efficiently.\n\nEnsure the safety of personnel within the DMS and provide safety briefs where required.\n\nReport flight safety trends and occurrences to the appropriate senior instructor and submit a DASOR where necessary.\n\nInform the Senior Instructor, their deputy, the Military Liaison Officer or other stakeholders of faults or delays that may affect a DMS sortie or the published training schedule.\n\nProfessional Standards\nMaintain an appropriate level of handling and non-handling knowledge and skill to support training, testing, evaluation, visits and fault-finding.\n\nMaintain professional knowledge across the full spectrum of Support Helicopter operations.\n\nUse relevant mission planning and ground support systems to support the delivery of training.\n\nUndertake periodic standardisation checks by RAF Central Flying School (CFS) staff, Joint Aviation Command Aviation Standards, and internal CAE examiners.\n\nComplete mandated training and attend relevant courses as directed by the Senior Instructor, Chief Instructor and/or Customer and Operational Services Manager.\n\nTraining Development\nDesign and develop Squadron Training Modules as directed by the Senior Instructor.\n\nOriginate and amend courseware as required.\n\nReview and amend publications where appropriate.\n\nAdditional Duties\nIn exceptional circumstances the role may also require the post holder to:\nOperate the IOS or TCC on an aircraft type for which they are not qualified.\n\nDeliver CBT or computer-aided instruction in ground school on an aircraft type for which they are qualified when the Ground School Instructor is unavailable.\n\nMinimum Qualifications\nEx-military Central Flying School (CFS) accredited B1 or higher Qualified Helicopter Instructor (QHI).\n\nRelevant military helicopter instructional experience.\n\nDemonstrated training, coaching, and mentoring capability.\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\n\nLeadership and teamworking skills.\n\nProficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant IT systems.\n\nAbility to obtain, transfer, or currently hold the required security clearance.\n\nEligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom.\n\nApplicants requiring company-sponsored UK Security Clearance must normally have resided continuously in the UK for the previous five years, in accordance with current clearance requirements.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nChinook HC Mk6A operational or instructional experience.\n\nExperience delivering simulator-based military aircrew training.\n\nExperience supporting mission planning systems and tactical training environments.\n\nInstrument Rating Examiner qualifications or eligibility to obtain the qualification.\n\nExperience developing military training syllabi, courseware, or instructional materials.\n\nAbout CAE\nAt CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.\nPosition Type\nRegularEqual Opportunity & Accommodations\nCAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. 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