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46 APRIL/MAY 2026 www.vanguardcanada.com G A M E C H A N G E R See the full interview online Scott Greenough makes a conscious ef- fort to focus on what is within his circle of influence. After 26 years in the RCAF and another 11 at CAE, that discipline has shaped how he leads one of the most ambitious programs in Canadian military training. At CAE's Moose Jaw site, Gree- nough is managing the transition from the NATO Flying Training in Canada (NFTC) program to the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program, where Sky- Alyne, a joint venture of CAE and KF Aerospace, is the prime contractor. Un- like NFTC, which made significant use of existing on-base infrastructure, FAcT is, in Greenough's words, a true, from- the-ground-up new build. Q What was your most challenging moment? Like many veterans, the decision to transition from military service to a ci- vilian role in the defence sector was a significant one. As I made that shift, I reflected carefully on how my experi- ence, skills, and leadership would trans- late beyond the military. My transition to CAE and the NFTC program has been extremely positive, reaffirming the value of that experience. As a former General Officer once said to me as I was leaving the RCAF, my work in Moose Jaw as a civilian defence contractor al- lows me to continue serving in a dif- ferent way. Q What was your A-HA moment? We are all working towards the same goal. Within our respective companies and organizations, we may have spe- cific internal objectives, but equipping, training and preparing military and defence organizations for their various global missions requires a focussed, dedicated and collaborative approach. I am very fortunate to work every day with talented and committed people, both civilian and military, who simply want to get the job done and make things better. Q What has you most fired up today? I'm really excited about the new FAcT program. Some of the new aircraft have already arrived in Moose Jaw, and we're part of a great team that is getting them ready for flight operations. Plans for the new infrastructure are being finalized, and we are already manufacturing some of the new simulation devices. It's rare in this industry to have the opportunity to take an empty field and turn it into a brand-new, state-of-the-art, world-class military flight training operation. I'm truly happy to be part of it. Q How is CAE redefining training? For more than 75 years, CAE has been supporting defence forces through high-quality training, starting in WWII and continuing today. We're proud to be a trusted training partner to many de- fence forces around the world, helping them prepare for increasingly complex missions. By continually evolving how training is delivered, we help our custom- ers stay ready, effective, and adaptable for what comes next. Q How has innovation become engrained in your organization's culture and how is it being optimized? At CAE, innovation is simply part of how we do our work. It's built into our culture and shaped by a long history of supporting our customers and adapting training to keep pace with changing mis- sions. We're always looking for ways to enhance training, using modern tools and digital approaches to make it more realistic, flexible, and effective. That helps ensure the defence forces we train are ready for today's needs and prepared for whatever comes next. Q What technologies and trends will drive the biggest changes over the next two years? A great deal of change will come from how AI and digital technology are being used, including better data, more realistic simulation, and faster ways to adjust as threats evolve. At the same time, multi- domain and joint training will play a big- ger role, helping forces train the way they operate together in the air, on land, and at sea. Q Parting advice? My experience has shown me that most people come to work wanting to do well and be successful. When things don't go as planned, it's rarely for lack of effort. Empathy and understanding go a long way when facing difficult challenges. Always ask questions because curiosity helps replace judgement. SCOTT GREENOUGH DIRECTOR, MOOSE JAW OPERATIONS, NFTC & FAcT TRANSITION CAE DEFENSE & SECURITY

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