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Air Traffic Services Instructor

CAE

Montreal (St. Laurent), CA

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    Save this job      2026-05-05

Air Traffic Services Instructor

CAE

Montreal (St. Laurent), CA
 
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 Join CAE in building the first of its kind exciting air traffic services division. CAE is looking for experienced Air Traffic Services Instructors to train the next generation.  Under this first-of-its-kind partnership in Canada, CAE instructors will deliver initial training for Flight Service Specialists and Air Traffic Controllers using NAV CANADA’s training curriculum and courseware. The first classes will begin in the fall of 2024 at a new purpose-built Air Traffic Services Training Center on CAE’s campus in Montreal. This agreement leverages the expertise of two Canadian industry leaders to innovate and address future air traffic management requirements. As the world’s largest aviation training provider, CAE is uniquely positioned to work hand in hand with NAV CANADA, the second-largest Air Navigation Service Provider (ANSP) worldwide, to develop a highly proficient workforce and ensure the safety and efficiency of the air traffic system. The partnership will provide additional training capacity as NAV CANADA continues to fully deliver existing training programs from its training units across the country.

 

In this role, the Air Traffic Services Instructor will be responsible for the delivery of classroom and simulator based instruction of the generic initial Air Traffic Services (ATS) training programs, in accordance with the appropriate regulatory and customer requirements. 

 

Description

  • Conduct classroom training and simulator briefings in a thorough, professional manner, in accordance with CAE standards.
  • Conduct simulator sessions in accordance with customer Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Act as invigilator for theoretical examinations, simulator examinations, and progress checks.
  • Complete client training records accurately and comprehensively to ensure client understanding and a seamless handover to other instructors.
  • Recommend remedial training when a client is not meeting required training progress.
  • Record simulator usage and discrepancies using established procedures.
  • Participate in update or refresher training related to ATS or instructional principles, as required.
  • Act as a subject matter expert contributing to the continuous improvement of curricula, courseware, and training processes.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Successful completion of the minimum qualification and experience requirements approved by Transport Canada to act as an Air Traffic Service (ATS) Instructor prior to delivering ATS content.
  • Working knowledge of ICAO and/or Transport Canada Air Traffic Control regulations.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience in an Air Traffic Services operational position.
  • Demonstrated passion for training and talent development.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to maintain a strong customer orientation in adverse or high-pressure situations.
  • Strong focus on quality, continuous process improvement, and customer satisfaction.
  • Ability to concentrate and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to adapt to change and adjust priorities accordingly.
  • Fluency in English and/or French (instruction will be delivered in English and/or French based on language proficiency).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience working in Canada as a Flight Service Specialist, Tower Controller, or Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) Controller.
  • Prior experience working as an instructor.
  • Holds an existing instructor qualification issued by a recognized Regulatory Authority.

Benefits

We’ve designed flexible policies to promote well-being and growth, based on role-specific eligibility and requirements:
  • Very limited travel; role is based in Montréal (YUL).
  • Access to state-of-the-art training and simulation tools.
  • Multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
  • Positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Dynamic and innovative workplace.

Come share your passion with us!

  

Check out the press release link to the partnership between NAV Canada and CAE :

https://www.cae.com/news-events/press-releases/nav-canada-and-cae-form-partnership-to-train-air-traffic-controllers-and-flight-service-specialists
 

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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.

       

Position Type                      

Regular

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

CAE 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 CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com if needed.

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About CAE

About CAE

At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world.

As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying software-based simulation training and critical operations support solutions.  Above all else, we empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, and defence and security forces to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight and mission simulators as well as training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.