Overview In this role, you will lead CAE USA's onsite operations at the Seahawk Simulation & Warfare Center to ensure readiness of MH 60R training systems and related simulators. You will coordinate with CAE Australia and RAN stakeholders in a multinational, secure environment, driving sustainment, scheduling, and contractor support. You'll act as the primary CAE USA representative to naval and defense partners, shaping program updates and compliance. This position offers impact through operational excellence, security stewardship, and cross-border collaboration in a mission-focused setting.
Compensation / Benefits- comprehensive benefits package
- work-life balance
- professional development
- advancement opportunities
- inclusive, safe work environment
- recognition and growth
Responsibilities- Lead daily operations of CAE USA personnel supporting MH 60R training systems at SSWC
- Coordinate technical, sustainment, and training support with CAE Australia and RAN representatives
- Ensure daily training schedule support and device availability per RAN sustainment requirements
- Oversee simulator readiness, maintenance oversight, fault response, and prioritize recoveries
- Serve as CAE USA onsite representative to RAN, NAWCTSD, and Commonwealth defense offices
- Facilitate meetings and program updates with internal and external partners
- Support contract negotiations, sustainment planning, and device performance reporting
- Ensure SSA, AOP, export control, and TCP compliance; manage separation of affiliate responsibilities for classified information
- Manage expatriate staff security adherence in a Secret-classified environment; supervise and evaluate onsite expats
- Assist expats with HR coordination, visa requirements, and operational integration
- Maintain communication with CAE USA HR, Security, and PM offices
- Support sustainment, COMS/CIS activities, engineering updates, obsolescence management, and courseware support
- Contribute to program documentation, reporting, and contract deliverables
Key requirements- Leadership experience in military aviation, simulation, or sustainment operations
- Experience managing multinational or expatriate teams
- Strong understanding of classified environments and security compliance (SSA, export control, TCP)
- Ability to interface with military customers and contractors
- Excellent communication, prioritization, and problem solving skills
- Willingness to relocate to Australia for long-term expatriate assignment
- U.S. citizenship required by DoD contract
- leadership
- communication
- prioritization
- MH 60R, maritime helicopter, Navy training systems, or rotary-wing operations experience
- Experience with CAE TOFT/WTT systems or similar advanced simulators
- Familiarity with RAN operations or Commonwealth defense organizations
