Civil Training Regional Leader, APAC at CAE

Sepang, Selangor, Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Aviation Training, Flight Operations, Senior People Leadership, Regulatory Compliance, Curriculum Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Adult Learning Principles, Competency-Based Training, Evidence-Based Training, Training Operations Optimization, Strategic Planning, Budget Management, LMS, Flight Simulation Systems, Immersive Technologies, ICAO Framework

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Description Execute globally defined training strategies and standards across the Asia‑Pacific (APAC) region within a centrally governed global training framework. Translate global training priorities, policies, and performance expectations into consistent, high‑quality execution across APAC training centres. Provide senior people leadership to regional training teams, fostering engagement, capability development, and consistent instructor behaviors aligned with global standards. Partner closely with APAC Sales teams to articulate training capabilities, capacity, and product offerings, supporting growth objectives and customer engagements. Collaborate with APAC Operations leadership to integrate training delivery with operational efficiency, ensuring scalability, cost optimization, and readiness. Ensure training programs comply with global quality benchmarks while adapting appropriately to regional regulatory and cultural requirements. Cascade and embed global training delivery principles, including facilitative instruction, facilitative debriefing, root cause analysis, resilience development, and ICAO’s 9 competencies framework. Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned, integrating customer feedback, and embedding improvement cycles into daily operations. Support customer‑facing sales and operational meetings, ensuring training commitments are realistic, deliverable, and scalable. Champion innovation in training delivery, including immersive technologies, data‑driven personalization, and adaptive learning platforms, to enhance learner outcomes and commercial value. Represent the organization with customers, regulators, OEMs, and industry stakeholders as required. Minimum Qualifications 15+ years of progressive experience in aviation training or flight operations, including simulator‑based instruction and curriculum development. 5+ years of experience in senior leadership roles with responsibility for large, geographically dispersed or multi‑site teams. Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) license or equivalent. Instructor certification (e.g., Certified Flight Instructor, Ground Instructor, or equivalent). Strong knowledge of global aviation regulatory frameworks, including ICAO, FAA, and EASA. Demonstrated experience managing regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Deep understanding of adult learning principles, competency‑based training (CBT), and evidence‑based training (EBT). Experience optimizing training operations, improving efficiency, and ensuring quality assurance. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, including experience working with regulators, OEMs, and airline customers. Ability to travel regionally and internationally as required. Preferred Qualifications Type ratings on relevant commercial or business aircraft. Experience leading training organizations within airlines, OEMs, or global aviation training providers. Expertise with training technology platforms, including Learning Management Systems (LMS), flight simulation systems, and immersive technologies (VR/AR). Demonstrated success introducing innovative training methodologies that deliver measurable commercial or operational value. Experience managing training budgets, forecasting, and aligning investments with return on investment (ROI). Familiarity with data analytics related to training performance and learner outcomes. Description Execute globally defined training strategies and standards across the Asia‑Pacific (APAC) region within a centrally governed global training framework. Translate global training priorities, policies, and performance expectations into consistent, high‑quality execution across APAC training centres. Provide senior people leadership to regional training teams, fostering engagement, capability development, and consistent instructor behaviors aligned with global standards. Partner closely with APAC Sales teams to articulate training capabilities, capacity, and product offerings, supporting growth objectives and customer engagements. Collaborate with APAC Operations leadership to integrate training delivery with operational efficiency, ensuring scalability, cost optimization, and readiness. Ensure training programs comply with global quality benchmarks while adapting appropriately to regional regulatory and cultural requirements. Cascade and embed global training delivery principles, including facilitative instruction, facilitative debriefing, root cause analysis, resilience development, and ICAO’s 9 competencies framework. Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned, integrating customer feedback, and embedding improvement cycles into daily operations. Support customer‑facing sales and operational meetings, ensuring training commitments are realistic, deliverable, and scalable. Champion innovation in training delivery, including immersive technologies, data‑driven personalization, and adaptive learning platforms, to enhance learner outcomes and commercial value. Represent the organization with customers, regulators, OEMs, and industry stakeholders as required. Minimum Qualifications 15+ years of progressive experience in aviation training or flight operations, including simulator‑based instruction and curriculum development. 5+ years of experience in senior leadership roles with responsibility for large, geographically dispersed or multi‑site teams. Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) license or equivalent. Instructor certification (e.g., Certified Flight Instructor, Ground Instructor, or equivalent). Strong knowledge of global aviation regulatory frameworks, including ICAO, FAA, and EASA. Demonstrated experience managing regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Deep understanding of adult learning principles, competency‑based training (CBT), and evidence‑based training (EBT). Experience optimizing training operations, improving efficiency, and ensuring quality assurance. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, including experience working with regulators, OEMs, and airline customers. Ability to travel regionally and internationally as required. Preferred Qualifications Type ratings on relevant commercial or business aircraft. Experience leading training organizations within airlines, OEMs, or global aviation training providers. Expertise with training technology platforms, including Learning Management Systems (LMS), flight simulation systems, and immersive technologies (VR/AR). Demonstrated success introducing innovative training methodologies that deliver measurable commercial or operational value. Experience managing training budgets, forecasting, and aligning investments with return on investment (ROI). Familiarity with data analytics related to training performance and learner outcomes. #LI-SA2 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. 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Responsibilities

Execute global training strategies and standards across the APAC region while providing senior leadership to regional training teams. Partner with sales and operations to align training capabilities with growth objectives and operational efficiency.