Job Description Courseware Developer – Civil Aviation Training
CAE · Avon
Description
The Courseware Developer is responsible for the design, development, integration, testing, and maintenance of training assets for civil aviation training programs. Working from approved storyboards, blueprints, and learning designs created by Instructional Designers (IDs) and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), this role develops high-quality courseware and training materials that align with established standards, templates, and learning objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and assemble training assets based on approved storyboards, blueprints, and learning designs.
- Create and maintain training materials including presentations, learner guides, instructor materials, instructional videos, interactive learning tools, eLearning modules, and supporting documentation.
- Build and publish courseware using approved authoring, content management, and delivery systems.
- Develop content using Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Creative Cloud tools, and eLearning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline and Rise.
- Apply content provided by Instructional Designers and Subject Matter Experts accurately and consistently.
- Review source materials to identify gaps, inconsistencies, or areas requiring clarification and escalate issues as appropriate.
- Perform quality assurance reviews to verify accuracy, completeness, functionality, and compliance with established standards.
- Conduct functional testing of courseware, including navigation, media functionality, and assessments.
- Collaborate with Instructional Designers, Subject Matter Experts, instructors, and other stakeholders during review and revision cycles.
- Support updates, enhancements, and sustainment activities for existing training materials.
- Follow established workflows, version-control practices, and documentation standards.
- Contribute recommendations that support continuous improvement, template optimization, and content reuse.
Scope and Impact
- Supports training programs used across multiple countries and regions, including the Americas, EMEA, and APAC.
- Works collaboratively with global stakeholders on a regular basis.
- May travel to client or training sites up to approximately 10%.
Minimum Qualifications
- Vocational, technical, or undergraduate degree in Education, Training, Communications, Multimedia Development, Graphic Design, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 3+ years of experience developing courseware, training content, eLearning, multimedia learning assets, or instructional materials.
- Experience developing content from approved instructional designs, storyboards, or blueprints.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint.
- Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud tools such as Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, or After Effects.
- Experience using eLearning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline and/or Rise.
- Experience conducting quality assurance reviews and functional testing of learning assets.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain technical, visual, and instructional consistency.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a collaborative environment.
- Ability to travel up to 10% as required.
- Ability to work in an office and training-center environment, including extended periods of sitting, standing, and computer-based work.
Preferred Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in Education, Instructional Design, Adult Learning, Educational Technology, or a related discipline.
- 5+ years of experience developing courseware or training solutions.
- Knowledge of instructional design principles and adult learning methodologies.
- Experience developing training materials within aviation, aerospace, transportation, defense, or other highly regulated industries.
- Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS) or Learning Content Management Systems (LCMS).
- Experience collaborating with Instructional Designers, Subject Matter Experts, and instructors within structured development environments.
- Experience using AI-enabled tools to support content development, quality improvement, workflow efficiency, or content analysis.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and French.
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.
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Position Type
RegularEqual Opportunity Employer
CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com.
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