Supporting Crew Member (Second-In-Command Mentor)

About the role

CAE's Second-In-Command Mentor (SCM) program trains pilots to provide right-seat support to clients attending simulator training at its facilities. This is an on-call, fixed-term position based in Montreal, with no extensive travel and no need to miss holidays. It suits experienced pilots who want to stay active in the cockpit while working shorter hours.

Key responsibilities

• Provide right-seat support in the simulator to clients with varying experience levels and training objectives.
• Support training under Transport Canada, FAA Part 91 and 135, EASA and other national aviation authorities.
• Maintain proficiency as a qualified crew member even without a type rating on the supported aircraft.
• Support simulator evaluations conducted by CAE or regulators validating simulator performance.
• Deliver a professional, safe and customer-focused training experience in a team environment.

Required profile

• Commercial Pilot Licence or Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL preferred).
• Airplane Multi-Engine Land (MEL) rating.
• Instrument rating (multi-engine land) with at least 50 hours of multi-engine and instrument experience.
• Minimum 250 total flight hours with a written IATRA, or 750 hours with completed SAMRA and SAMRON exams.
• Ability to deliver at least 35 simulator events in a rolling 12-month period.
• Resides in the Greater Montreal area and can work up to 11 hours on workdays, 3 to 5 weeks of initial training, and any day of the week.
• Meets all TSA requirements and commits to scheduled sessions once agreed.

Preferred qualifications

• Demonstrated professionalism and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong commitment to customer service and interest in mentoring pilots from diverse backgrounds.

SCMs receive formal second-in-command simulator training on selected aircraft types and may access advanced programs and enrichment courses at no cost. The position is open to aspiring aviation professionals and experienced pilots seeking less travel and line flying.