Air Traffic Services Training Centre Leader – Europe

Build. Lead. Shape the future of ATS training in Europe at CAE.

We are launching a new Air Traffic Services (ATS) Training Centre in Europe—and we are looking for a senior leader to take the helm.

This is a rare opportunity to build and lead a flagship training operation from the ground up, starting in Vienna and expanding across several European locations. As the Head of this new centre, you will set the vision, establish operational excellence, and create a high-performing, customer-focused organisation that becomes a benchmark for ATS training in the region.

If you are a seasoned aviation leader with a passion for people, performance, and partnership, this role offers the scope, autonomy, and impact expected at a senior level.

The Opportunity

As Air Traffic Services Training Centre Leader – Europe, you will have full accountability for the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of year-round ATS training centre in Vienna and then later across Europe. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, ensure regulatory excellence, deliver outstanding customer outcomes, and drive sustainable financial performance, while working closely with commercial and regional stakeholders to support growth and standardisation.

This is both a strategic and hands-on leadership role, combining operational oversight with long-term development of people, capability, and customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership for ATS Training Centre operations, delivering operational, financial, and quality objectives

• Ensure full compliance with all regulatory authorities, certifications, and internal policies

• Build and sustain strong, customer-centric relationships, delivering an exceptional training experience

• Lead, develop, and inspire a diverse team of instructors, technicians, and support staff of around 20 persons, set to grow over time

• Own budget planning, cost control, and financial performance

• Drive continuous improvement, standardisation, and operational efficiency across the European network

• Actively support sales and business development, leveraging operational credibility and customer engagement

• Partner closely with HR, Finance, IT, Quality, Regulatory, and Commercial teams to enable growth and scalability

About You

You are a confident, credible leader with deep experience in aviation or aerospace operations and a proven ability to manage complex, regulated environments.

You bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Aviation, Education, or a related discipline

• 10+ years’ experience within the aviation or aerospace sector

• Experience in training operations (highly desirable)

• Strong, authentic people leadership skills with a track record of building engaged, high-performing teams

• Demonstrated success managing complex operations and multidisciplinary stakeholders

• Commercial and financial acumen, including budget ownership and performance management

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills at senior stakeholder level

• Familiarity with training technologies and Learning Management Systems (an advantage)

• Fluency in English; additional European languages are a strong plus

Travel

This role requires 30–40% travel within Europe, with occasional international travel as the network grows.

Why Join Us?

This is more than an operational leadership role—it’s a chance to shape the future of ATC training in Europe at CAE , and help us build a new organisation with scale and influence, and leaving a lasting legacy in a critical area of aviation safety and excellence.

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.

Position Type

Regular

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

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