Deputy Training Centre Support System Manager

AirPro SAR Services is currently looking for a Deputy Training Centre Support System Manager (TSSM) to join the team in Comox, British Columbia, Canada.

AirPro is a joint venture between Airbus Defence and Space and PAL Aerospace, fully dedicated to the successful operation of Canada's Fixed Wing Search and Rescue Aircraft Replacement (FWSAR) programme. AirPro provides day to-day management of all ISS activities like engineering, logistics, maintenance, training, IT systems, infrastructure and materiel support throughout the product life cycle.

The Deputy TSSM is integral to RCAF's FWSAR program, particularly focusing on C-295 aircraft training. Duties encompass simulator management, courseware development, facility maintenance, staffing, and overseeing training coordination throughout the program's lifecycle.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Contribute to set-up the Training System in Comox up to the start of the Conversion Training phase.
• Contribute to fulfil offset requirements (100% of the Contract value) for training-related activities.
• Conduct progress review meetings with the Training Program team.
• Conduct progress review meetings with CAE.
• Provide planning status, costs status and risk picture.
• Keep record of configuration changes of all FWSAR Training Devices.
• Monitor and schedule Service bulletin implementation for all FWSAR Training Devices.
• Conduct update meeting to costumer related to Training Devices status.
• Propose to TSSM engineering changes to update the FWSAR Training suite.
• Oversee FWSAR load evals (development and implementation)
• Support the Training Delivery effort, working close to the Training Centre Operations Manager.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

We are looking for candidates with the following experience and skillset:

• Completion of a diploma or an undergraduate in a related field is required.
• 5+ years experience in a role supporting training centre management.
• 3+ years of experience in aerospace environment is preferred.
• Familiar with learning processes employed in professional training centres.
• Experience with Service Bulleting implementation is preferred.
• Experience with Training Devices management and operation is preferred.
• Firm understanding/familiarity of the military environment.
• Able to work autonomously under pressure in a constant changing environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to flex working schedule to support FWSAR program demands across different time zones from Europe to BC.
• Understanding of Search and Rescue is an asset.
• Knowledge in the C295 is an asset.
• Fluency in Spanish and/or French considered an asset.

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Program

It's a rare opportunity to contribute hands-on to a critical program of this magnitude. We recognize the responsibility we hold in supporting life-saving operations in Canada, and we are looking for like-minded team members to help us make an impact.

AirPro SAR Services Inc. is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates and encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion whereby individuals are recognized, supported, and respected. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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