Local Head of Training (Flight Training)

About This Role

Join our Business Aviation Training Centre in Vienna (Schwechat) as the Local Head of Training where you’ll be part of our global Business Aviation Training and leadership team.

We have just opened the doors to our newest business aviation training centre in Vienna, Austria. CAE will initially operate six state-of the-art Full Flight Simulators in Vienna, including the G550, PH100/300, Global 7500, Global 6000 Vision, CL3500, and a PC-24 Full Flight Simulators for business jets from leading manufacturers. The new 8,000-square-metre facility will have space for expansion with a capacity for up to nine Full Flight Simulators and is purpose-built to deliver the most advanced pilot training experience in Central Europe.

We’re seeking an inspiring and visionary Local Head of Training to lead our dynamic training services team at the CAE Training Services Austria in Schwechat. Here, you’ll shape the future business jet pilot training, working alongside industry leaders and delivering excellence across 6 platforms until we expand. We would like to hear about your recent leadership experience with your application and would appreciate a cover letter with your CV.

We are offering a permanent (not contracting), full-time opportunity, and an occasional requirement to work on public holidays (based on customer needs). We are looking for the successful candidate to relocate to Vienna with our support.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead & Inspire: Empower a talented team of training professionals, guiding Training Managers to deliver exceptional results for both clients and instructors. You will manage a team of approximately 12 instructors and a Training manager (with approximately 20 instructors reporting directly to them), until we expand requiring more Training Managers that will report directly to you.
• Drive Innovation: Champion continuous improvement, spearheading strategic initiatives that elevate training standards and client satisfaction.
• Ensure Excellence: Oversee compliance with EASA, FAA, and UK CAA and other regulatory requirements, ensuring our programs set the benchmark for quality and safety.
• Collaborate Globally: Connect with CAE’s worldwide network, sharing best practices and integrating global training standards.
• Shape the Future: Partner with HR to attract top talent, nurture instructor development, and deliver impactful performance reviews.
• Training oversight: Recommend remedial training actions for pilots not meeting standard training schedules or performance
• Client Engagement: Maintain high level interaction with clients and potential clients as requested by the Head of Sales and/or Training Centre Leader.

Your Impact:

• Guarantee the highest standards in flight simulation and theoretical instruction.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Optimize scheduling and resource planning to meet ambitious training goals.
• Build strong relationships with regulatory authorities, clients, and global teams.
• Lead with inspiration to continuously motivate the team to reach new heights
• As part of the Vienna Leadership team, collaborate with the other department head to develop strategies to meet the vision.

What You Bring:

• Proven experience as a Flight Instructor or Examiner, with a track record in standards, management, or mentorship.
• Leadership of moderate to large teams, with a passion for resolving complex challenges.
• Strong proficiency with MS Office and modern digital tools.
• Extensive instructional experience relevant to ATO training, holding (or having recently held) a professional license and ratings per ICAO Annex 1.
• Working knowledge of EASA regulations and preferably FAA regulations.
• Ability to work with confidential data
• Join us and play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of aviation professionals—right at the heart of one of the world’s leading flight training organizations!

Position Type

Regular

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 providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender indentity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by local laws.

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. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com

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