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This role turns operational, regulatory, and customer requirements into effective training strategies, course designs, and learning content. By leveraging modern instructional design methods, technology, and AI-enabled tools, the role helps deliver engaging, high-quality training that supports safe aviation operations.\nKey responsibilities include:\nAnalyze aircraft systems, operational procedures, regulatory frameworks, training requirements, and customer needs to define learning objectives and performance outcomes.\nDevelop learning architectures and training strategies for initial, recurrent, and differences training programs.\nDesign course structures, instructional strategies, storyboards, assessments, and design blueprints that guide courseware development.\nApply adult learning principles and operational performance requirements when designing learning experiences.\nApply scenario-based learning, blended delivery models, and digital learning approaches where appropriate.\nCollaborate with subject matter experts, instructors, Courseware Developers, and program stakeholders throughout the design and development process.\nFacilitate structured working sessions to gather technical knowledge, validate instructional approaches, and ensure designs are technically accurate, operationally relevant, and aligned with regulatory requirements.\nUse AI-enabled tools and automation to support analysis, content organization, design iteration, and quality control while maintaining appropriate human oversight and instructional judgment.\nParticipate in design reviews and courseware validation and incorporate learner, instructor, and stakeholder feedback.\nSupport continuous improvement of instructional standards, templates, workflows, and reusable design patterns.\nManage multiple training programs and priorities concurrently.\nMinimum Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree.\nFormal training or demonstrated experience in instructional design methodologies.\nAbility to design end-to-end learning experiences using adult learning principles and operational performance outcomes.\nAbility to define learning objectives, assessments, and instructional strategies aligned with civil aviation training requirements.\nAbility to develop storyboards, design documents, and instructional blueprints.\nStrong professional communication and facilitation skills.\nAbility to collaborate effectively with subject matter experts, instructors, Courseware Developers, and cross-functional program teams.\nStrong organizational skills, adaptability, and ability to manage multiple programs concurrently.\nAbility to travel occasionally to training centres or customer locations, approximately 10%.\nPreferred Qualifications\nMaster’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, Human Factors, an aviation-related field, or a related discipline.\nBilingual proficiency in English and French.\nExperience applying scenario-based learning, blended delivery models, and digital learning approaches.\nExperience using AI-enabled tools or automation to support instructional design, content organization, design efficiency, or quality control.\nDemonstrated interest in evaluating and applying new tools, methods, and technologies that enhance learning experiences.\nSystems-level thinking across training requirements, learning environments, audiences, and technologies.\nBenefits\nWe’ve designed flexible policies to promote well-being and growth, based on role-specific eligibility and requirements:\nGroup Insurance\nTelemedicine Employee and Family Assistance Program\nEmployee Stock Purchase Plan\nGroup RRSP\nCAE Pension Plan/Defined Benefit Plan\nSabbatical Leave\nFlex Time\nEnhanced Parental Leave\n#LI-MS1\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.\nStay informed about recruitment scams. Learn how to identify legitimate CAE communications and avoid fraudulent offers. [Learn more →]\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. Reasonable accommodations are available-contact your recruiter or email  if needed.\nData Privacy\nPrivacy Statement | CAE\nAs part of our process, we may use AI-supported tools to help review applications, with human decision-making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. 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