Training Standards Lead-EN

About the role

The Training Standards Lead supports the execution of CAE's global training strategy and ensures consistent, high-quality customer experiences across Civil training operations. This role partners closely with Training Centers to support the development, qualification, and technical mentorship of Civil Instructors and Examiners, translating global standards into effective local execution.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring, performance oversight, and professional guidance for Instructors, Examiners, Tutors, Mentors, and Coaches.
• Coordinate, analyze, and follow up on audits and performance reviews to ensure instructional consistency, regulatory compliance, and training quality.
• Champion global training standards by translating enterprise initiatives into local actions and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Plan, schedule, monitor, and implement global standards procedures at the local level to ensure consistent application across operations.
• Observe and assess instructor pilot performance using established tools (e.g., IPPM and/or DOI); analyze results and provide recommendations to global standards teams.
• Deliver instructor training sessions in both virtual and in-person formats and support the development and maintenance of instructor training courseware and materials.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) to support local instructors and ensure alignment with global standardization policies, including delivery of foundational Civil Global IDT.
• Capture and maintain a comprehensive understanding of global training standards and translate them into actionable local strategies.
• Coordinate governance activities and maintain regular communication with local stakeholders, including Local Training Standards Specialists, Lead Instructors, Heads of Training, Training Managers, and Center Leaders.
• Support multiple training centers as required, including remote leadership and cross-site collaboration.

Requirements

• Hold or have held an ICAO ATPL or CPL license.
• As required by supported Training Centers and NAA regulations, hold or have held one of the following: FAA instructor certificate, or Part-FCL instructor certificate issued by an EASA member state, or Equivalent 900(c) qualification relevant to the applicable ATO training domain.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience delivering or managing instructor training within an ATO and/or AOC environment.
• Extensive experience training multi-pilot aircraft (MPA) pilots for professional licenses and/or associated ratings or certificates, including Multi-Crew Cooperation (MCC) and/or CRM.
• Working knowledge of applicable aviation regulations (e.g., EASA Part-FCL/ORA and/or FAA CFR Parts 61, 121,135, and 142, as appropriate).
• Demonstrated ability to act as an effective liaison between local instructor teams and global standards leadership.
• Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Able to manage responsibilities across multiple training centers, including remote environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to model expected behaviors and standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Education, Training, or a related field.
• Experience across multiple aviation training domains (e.g., BAT, CAT, FTO).
• Prior involvement in global standardization initiatives or enterprise-wide training programs.

Skills

• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of aviation regulations and standards.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and EAP plans.
• 401(k) and employee stock purchase programs with CAE match.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and parental leave.
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and caregiver support.
• Optional benefits including legal coverage, dependent life insurance, pet insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• Programs supporting employee well-being and work-life balance.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or poles.
• Moving through tight or confined spaces as needed.
• Remaining stationary (sitting or standing) for extended periods.
• Occasionally lifting or adjusting items up to 50 lbs.

About CAE

At 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.