Behind every success is a team of dedicated experts driving us forward. Our corporate functions don't just support — they lead, shaping the company's path and preparing clients and employees for the moments that matter. Be part of a team where your work makes a difference, with opportunities to grow, collaborate, and thrive.Role OverviewJoin CAE's Civil Aviation Regional Safety Team (EMEA) as an Aviation Safety Officer, playing a key role in strengthening safety culture across training and operational environments.

This role focuses on implementing and continuously improving the Global Safety Management System (SMS), ensuring regulatory compliance, mitigating risks, and driving safety performance across multiple sites. You will lead safety initiatives, conduct audits, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational safety and achieve strategic safety targets.Key ResponsibilitiesImplement and maintain the Integral Safety Management System (SMS)Identify hazards and drive risk assessment and mitigation activitiesUtilize feedback systems to address safety deficiencies and ensure timely corrective actionsManage and continuously improve SMS to reduce operational and corporate risksSupport achievement of Safety Performance Targets (SPTs) through planning and safety initiativesDeliver safety training and mentor personnel across training centresInfluence and coach stakeholders to strengthen safety cultureConduct annual safety audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standardsSupport continuous improvement through safety assurance and monitoring activitiesRequired QualificationsAviation background (e.G., flight operations, training, safety, engineering/maintenance, air traffic, aviation compliance, or related operational aviation environments).



Demonstrated experience applying structured safety/risk concepts (hazard identification, risk assessment/mitigation, and corrective actions) in operational settings.Ability to work effectively on-site (minimum 3 days/week) in Amsterdam or Madrid, with limited travel across Europe.Strong stakeholder skills: able to influence and coach leaders and frontline personnel in a multi-site environment.Strong written and verbal communication skills in a professional/business context.Preferred Qualifications (nice To Have)Experience with Safety Management Systems (SMS) in aviation or safety-critical industries.Experience in simulator/training centre operations (FSTD environment) and the risks typical to training delivery/operations.Experience supporting audits, safety assurance activities, investigations, or structured corrective action planning.Additional European language capability (helpful across multi-country EMEA operations).

LocationsAmsterdam, Netherlands, or Madrid, SpainPosition TypeRegularEqual Opportunity & AccommodationsCAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email if needed.Data PrivacyPrivacy Statement | CAE.

As part of our process, we may use AI?supported tools to help review applications, with human decision?making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

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