F-35/5th Generation Fighter Pilot Subject Matter Expert (SME)
CAE — 3 Locations
Posted 2026-10-15
Our instructor pilots strengthen safety and readiness by preparing military aviators for critical missions. Your experience helps new recruits perform at their best when the stakes are highest. Join a team powered by cutting-edge technology and a shared commitment to empowering defence forces worldwide. Description Shape the Future of Fighter Pilot Training in Canada CAE is seeking an experienced F-35 / 5th Generation Fighter Pilot Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the design and delivery of Canada’s Future Fighter Lead-In Training (FFLIT) program. This opportunity allows you to leverage your operational and instructional experience to influence how the next generation of Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) fighter pilots are prepared for the F-35. Working alongside military stakeholders, training developers, and aviation experts, you will help define training concepts, develop courseware, and shape a fighter training ecosystem built around the Leonardo M-346 platform. This is a non-flying role focused on training development, operational design, and program implementation. As the program’s F-35 / 5th Generation fighter expert, you will serve as a key advisor supporting the design