F-35/5th Generation Fighter Pilot Subject Matter Expert (SME)-EN
- Moose Jaw, SK, Canada
Full-time
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Description
Shape the Future of Fighter Pilot Training in Canada
CAE is seeking an experienced F-35 / 5th Generation Fighter Pilot Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the design and delivery of Canada’s Future Fighter Lead-In Training (FFLIT) program.
This opportunity allows you to leverage your operational and instructional experience to influence how the next generation of Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) fighter pilots are prepared for the F-35. Working alongside military stakeholders, training developers, and aviation experts, you will help define training concepts, develop courseware, and shape a fighter training ecosystem built around the Leonardo M-346 platform.
This is a non-flying role focused on training development, operational design, and program implementation.
As the program’s F-35 / 5th Generation fighter expert, you will serve as a key advisor supporting the design, development, validation, and implementation of the FFLIT training system.
Duties & Responsibilities
Training Development
We’ve designed flexible policies to promote well-being and growth, based on role-specific eligibility and requirements:
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.
Data Privacy
Privacy Statement | CAE
As 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. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
Description
Shape the Future of Fighter Pilot Training in Canada
CAE is seeking an experienced F-35 / 5th Generation Fighter Pilot Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the design and delivery of Canada’s Future Fighter Lead-In Training (FFLIT) program.
This opportunity allows you to leverage your operational and instructional experience to influence how the next generation of Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) fighter pilots are prepared for the F-35. Working alongside military stakeholders, training developers, and aviation experts, you will help define training concepts, develop courseware, and shape a fighter training ecosystem built around the Leonardo M-346 platform.
This is a non-flying role focused on training development, operational design, and program implementation.
As the program’s F-35 / 5th Generation fighter expert, you will serve as a key advisor supporting the design, development, validation, and implementation of the FFLIT training system.
Duties & Responsibilities
Training Development
- Provide operational expertise to support the design and development of classroom, simulator, and flying training curricula
- Review and validate courseware to ensure accuracy, relevance, and alignment with RCAF training objectives
- Support acceptance testing of courseware and training devices
- Contribute to training policies, procedures, and instructional standards
- Identify training risks and support validation and verification activities
- Advise on the integration of F-35 operational concepts into the FFLIT curriculum and training ecosystem.
- Support the development of concepts of operations, training centre procedures, and operational policies.
- Collaborate with CAE teams, RCAF stakeholders, and program leadership to achieve key program milestones.
- Provide expert input on Ground-Based Training Systems (GBTS), simulator utilization, and future training capability development.
- Operational experience as an F-35 or other 5th Generation fighter pilot and instructor pilot within the RCAF or a comparable military organization.
- 10–15 years of military flight operations experience.
- 10+ years of leadership or instructional experience.
- Experience with simulator-based and synthetic training environments.
- Experience supporting curriculum development, instructional systems design, or military training program management.
- Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Postsecondary education in a relevant discipline.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Level II Security Clearance.
- Former F-35 Instructor Pilot or Instructor Pilot on another 5th Generation platform.
- Experience within RCAF fighter training and training development organizations.
- M-346, FLIT, or advanced jet training experience.
- Experience supporting simulator, training device, or GBTS development and acceptance testing.
- Experience developing operational policies and procedures.
- Bilingualism in English and French is considered an asset.
We’ve designed flexible policies to promote well-being and growth, based on role-specific eligibility and requirements:
- Flexible hybrid work arrangement from anywhere in Canada.
- Occasional travel within Canada, including Ottawa and Cold Lake, with limited international travel as required
- Opportunity to contribute directly to one of Canada’s significant military aviation training initiatives
- Opportunity to work with experts in simulation, training, and mission readiness while helping shape how future RCAF fighter pilots are prepared for operational service in the F-35 era.
- Company benefits plan
- Pension plan
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Comprehensive health and wellness programs
- A collaborative, supportive, and dynamic team environment
- Opportunities for career growth within an international organization
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.
Data Privacy
Privacy Statement | CAE
As 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. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
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Responsibilities
Provide F-35 and fifth-generation fighter expertise to support the design, development, validation, and implementation of Canada’s Future Fighter Lead-In Training program. Advise on curriculum, courseware, simulator and training-device capabilities, operational concepts, policies, and procedures while collaborating with CAE and Royal Canadian Air Force stakeholders.
Requirements
Requires 10–15 years of military flight operations experience, 10 or more years of leadership or instructional experience, and operational experience as an F-35 or other fifth-generation fighter pilot and instructor. Candidates should have simulator-based training and curriculum-development experience, relevant postsecondary education, strong stakeholder collaboration skills, and the ability to obtain and maintain Level II Security Clearance.
Skills
- F-35 And Fifth-Generation Fighter Operations
- Instructor Pilot Experience
- Military Flight Operations
- Training Curriculum Development
- Instructional Systems Design
- Simulator-Based Training
- Synthetic Training Environments
- Courseware Validation
- Training Program Management
- Ground-Based Training Systems
- Operational Policy Development
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Leadership
- Training Risk Assessment
Benefits
- Flexible Hybrid Work Arrangement
- Company Benefits Plan
- Pension Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Health And Wellness Programs
- Career Growth Opportunities
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- Education
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- Management & Leadership
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- F-35
- Fifth-Generation Fighter
- Royal Canadian Air Force
- Future Fighter Lead-In Training
- Leonardo M-346
- Military Aviation
- Fighter Pilot Training
- Instructor Pilot
- Training Curriculum
- Courseware
- Instructional Systems Design
- Simulator-Based Training
- Synthetic Training
- Ground-Based Training Systems
- Training Devices
- Acceptance Testing
- Training Validation
- Training Verification
- Concepts Of Operations
- Operational Policies
- Training Centre Procedures
- Training Program Management
- Training Risk Assessment
- Security Clearance
- Aviation Simulation