Group Leader Compliance & Support Services

About This Role

Do you have a passion for aviation CAE the leader in aviation training is looking for a Group Leader of Compliance & Support Services in our newest training center in Las Vegas Nevada.

Who is CAE CAE is a global leader in modelling simulation and training for civil aviation. With more than 210 full-flight simulators in 42 civil training locations worldwide CAE has the largest network of civil training locations in the industry. CAE serves approximately 3500 airlines aircraft operators and manufacturers across the globe. Our vision is to be the recognized global training partner of choice to enhance safety efficiency and readiness.

Job Duties:

• Direct the preparation and submission of regulatory agency applications reports or correspondence.
• Maintain and manage all regulatory and national aviation authority (NAA) approvals for assigned Flight Simulation Training Devices (FSTDs).
• Direct documentation efforts to ensure compliance with domestic and international regulations and standards.
• Liaise coordinate and communicate with National Aviation Authorities (FAA EASA and others) internal stakeholders and external stakeholders regarding regulatory quality assurance and safety matters.
• Oversee the installation modification and software maintenance of all flight training devices in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Plan and coordinate daily activities work assignments and future projects to provide effective flight training devices and minimize customer impact. Maintain certification compliance to the highest industry standards.
• Provide guidance related to NAA FSTD certification. Provide overall staff guidance and direction to ensure that equipment regulatory compliance supports company and departmental goals.
• Exercise judgment and initiative in interpreting regulatory standards requirements and corporate policies in the planning and implementation of major work assignments.
• Manage resolution of engineering issues related to full flight simulators.
• Ensure improvement of processes related to core activities of the engineering staff and training center.
• Monitor simulator software discrepancies and ensure that discrepancies are prioritized and corrected in a timely manner.
• Manage Qualification Test Guides (QTGs) and identify potential training restrictions stemming from QTG Out of Tolerance.
• Evaluate new simulator software and confer with regulatory agencies concerning news or updates on electronic publishing of QTGs submissions.
• Participate in the proposal technical response process by recommending solutions writing technical sections and providing cost estimates.
• Coordinate with other staff personnel to obtain parts and assistance necessary for flight engineering services to be provided in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Review the work of more junior staff members to ensure that regulatory standards are met and regulatory compliance documents are clear concise and correct.
• Train staff in regulatory policies and procedures. Develop and maintain standard operating procedures or local working practices.

Minimum Requirements:

Must have a Bachelors degree or foreign equivalent in Engineering Aircraft Systems Aviation Electrical Engineering Technology or a related field and 2 years of related work experience.

Of the required experience must have 2 years of experience with the following:

• Working in the field of flight simulation or aerospace
• Working with National Aviation Authorities
• Complying with FSTD regulations including Part 60 Part 142 CS-FSTD and ICAO 9625
• Identifying and resolving missing malfunctioning or inoperative (MMI) components in a FSTD
• Managing flight training center operations oriented for business aviation pilots
• Managing resolution of engineering issues related to full flight simulators
• Managing Qualification Test Guides (QTGs) and identifying possible training restrictions related to QTG Out of Tolerance
• Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures or local working practices in line with National Aviation Authorities requirements for Flight Training Centers
• Directing the preparation and submission of regulatory agency applications reports or correspondence
• Representing an organization before domestic or international regulatory agencies during initial and recurrent certification of Full Flight Simulator devices.

Additional Notes:

Telecommuting permitted up to 1 day a week depending on business need.

Travel to various locations throughout the US required up to 10%.

Equal Opportunity

CAE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity and expression age disability veteran status or any other protected factor.

Accessibility

CAE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment please e-mail or call: . We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

E-Verify

As a Federal Contractor CAE is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At CAE everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. With no exception.

As captured in our overarching value One CAE (one passionate and inclusive team) were proud to work as one passionate boundaryless and inclusive team. At CAE all employees are welcome regardless of race nationality color religion sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation disability or age.

Position Type

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 color national origin age religion sex disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local 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 .