FAcT Air Operations Manager
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16 hours ago
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Job Summary
Description
The FAcT Air Operations Manager is responsible for the leadership coordination and execution of all flight operations functions supporting the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program. This includes oversight of dispatch operational airworthiness processes flight scheduling longterm planning and close coordination with internal and external partners to ensure that flying operations are conducted safely efficiently and in alignment with program priorities regulatory requirements and RCAF expectations.
The role manages the Dispatch and Scheduling Team providing leadership direction and mentorship while maintaining and updating Dispatch SOPs and ensuring compliance with operational airworthiness requirements. The Air Operations Manager leads the development of mid to longterm flight schedules in collaboration with DND Schedulers Flight Authorization Officers and 2 CFFTS optimizing the utilization of aircraft pilots and instructor resources.
This position acts as the primary liaison with the Aircraft Maintenance Organization (AMO) for aircraft availability planning maintenance repair party dispatch and operational coordination. The role serves as the lead point of contact during aircraft diversions weather disruptions and unserviceability events ensuring timely communication and effective operational response.
Additional responsibilities include maintaining operational records such as aircrew qualifications and currencies and providing datadriven reporting to support pilot production forecasting across the Basic Flight Training (BFT) and Advanced Flight Training (AFT) streams. Through strong stakeholder alignment the Air Operations Manager contributes to the overall safety efficiency and success of the FAcT flight training program.
Expected outcomes include:
Reliable and timely flight schedules aligned with training priorities
Improved aircraft and pilot utilization rates
Strong operational airworthiness compliance and Dispatch Team readiness
Effective management of operational disruptions
Accurate operational records and datadriven reporting supporting throughput
Strengthened coordination with 2 CFFTS DND AMO and internal CAE partners
Consistent support to safe efficient highintegrity flight operations
Reporting structure:
Reports to: (Interim) Manager CQFI // (Steady State) Flight Training Operations Manager
Direct reports: 11 total 4 Flight Dispatchers 4 Training Schedulers 2 Training Administrators and 1 Tracking System Analyst
Minimum Qualifications
58 years of jobrelated experience within military flight operations
5 years of leadership experience including managing operational teams
Postsecondary education in a relevant field of study
Experience in flight operations dispatch or scheduling within a military aviation environment
Strong operational judgment and decisionmaking in dynamic environments
Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships across military maintenance and training organizations
Experience maintaining operational records qualification tracking or aircrew management documentation
Preferred Qualifications
Experience collaborating with DND Schedulers Flight Authorization Officers or 2 CFFTS
Experience working with aircraft maintenance organizations (AMO) or maintenance planning teams
Experience developing SOPs operational policies or airworthiness processes
Prior leadership of multidisciplinary operational teams
Familiarity with pilot production forecasting or datadriven operations reporting
Experience handling operational disruptions such as weather diversions or unserviceability events
Benefits
Group Insurance
Telemedicine
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Group RRSP
CAE Pension Plan/Defined Benefit Plan
Sabbatical Leave
Flex Time
Enhanced Parental Leave
About CAE
At CAE our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years weve 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
RegularEqual 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 availablecontact your recruiter or email if needed.
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Manager
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About Company
CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness. With nearly 5,000 employees, CAE USA Inc. is the largest segment within CAE's Defense and Security business unit. The organization le ... View more
