Regional Training Leader, Civil Aviation (EMEAA) in Burgess Hill

The Regional Training Leader is a senior leader accountable for executing and reinforcing globally defined training strategy, standards, and operating models across a designated geographic region, with a primary focus on Europe and the Middle East. Operating within a centrally governed global training framework, this role ensures regional training delivery excellence is aligned with enterprise strategy, global quality benchmarks, applicable regulatory requirements, and customer airline expectations.

Critical Responsibilities

• Regional Strategy Execution: Implement global training strategies at the regional level, adapting them to local market needs and regulatory frameworks.
• Organizational Efficiency: Greater synergy with operations to optimize training delivery costs through systems, regulatory strategy and Customer support optimizing resource utilization and process improvements.
• Continuous Improvement: Continuously planning and improving the training experience at CAE globally. Addressing and forecasting business and Customer needs, effective deployment and adoption of next-generation training technologies and pedagogical frameworks. Assurance of consistent delivery of training outcomes across all international training centers, ensuring uniformity in quality and learner experience. Capture lessons learnt from training delivery, integrate customer feedback, and embed continuous improvement cycles into daily operations.
• Customer Collaboration and Experience Enhancement: Actively supports customer‑facing sales and operational meetings to ensure training solutions are clearly understood, appropriately positioned, and aligned with customer expectations. Deepens strategic engagement with customers by systematically incorporating their feedback into training program design, co‑developing tailored yet sustainable learning solutions, and proactively addressing evolving operational and regulatory needs.
• Global Instructor Mentorship & Assurance: Leads and is ultimately accountable for the local adoption, governance, and sustained application of globally centralized Civil Aviation training standards. This role establishes the strategic direction, oversight, and performance expectations for how global standards procedures are planned, scheduled, monitored, and continuously improved across the region.

Licenses and Certifications

• Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate or equivalent.
• Type ratings on relevant aircraft (especially for business or commercial aviation).
• Instructor certifications (e.g., Certified Flight Instructor – CFI, Ground Instructor, or equivalent).
• Familiarity with FAA, EASA, and other global regulatory training standards.

Core Competencies

• Deep understanding of adult learning principles, competency-based training, and evidence-based training models.
• Expertise in training technology platforms, including LMS, VR/AR, and flight simulation systems.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align training strategy with commercial objectives.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, including collaboration with regulators, OEMs, and key customers.
• Ability to drive innovation, standardization, and continuous improvement in training delivery.

Experience And Core Skills

• 15+ years of progressive experience in aviation training, including flight operations, simulator-based instruction, curriculum development, and senior leadership roles.
• 5–10 years in senior leadership roles, preferably with global or multi-site responsibility.
• Proven experience managing large-scale pilot training programs and regulatory compliance across jurisdictions.
• Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional and cross-cultural teams.
• Experience managing multi-site or global training operations.
• Background as a pilot, preferably with an ATP license and instructor credentials.
• Experience working in or with training organizations, airlines, OEMs, or aviation regulators.

Strategic Leadership

• Ability to define and execute global training strategies aligned with business goals.
• Experience leading large, geographically dispersed teams.

Aviation Training Expertise

• Deep knowledge of pilot training methodologies, including competency-based training and evidence-based training.
• Familiarity with simulator operations, recurrent training, and type rating programs.

Regulatory Knowledge

• Strong understanding of global aviation regulatory frameworks (e.g., FAA, EASA, ICAO).
• Experience managing compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

Learning & Development

• Expertise in adult learning theory, instructional design, and curriculum development.
• Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS), e-learning platforms, and immersive technologies (e.g., VR/AR).

Operational Excellence

• Proven ability to optimize training operations, improve efficiency, and manage large-scale programs.
• Experience with quality assurance and continuous improvement in training delivery.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders, including regulators, OEMs, and customers.
• Ability to represent the organization in industry forums and regulatory discussions.

Innovation and Technology Integration

• Track record of introducing new technologies or methodologies that enhance training effectiveness and commercial value.
• Familiarity with data analytics in training performance and learner outcomes.

Financial Acumen

• Experience managing training budgets, forecasting, and aligning investments with ROI.

Position Type Regular

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