Flight Simulator Technician II - CAE x SIMCOM: Parksouth

About This Role

At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. With 13,000 employees in 40 countries, we empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, and defense and security forces to perform at their best.

With our increased ownership in SIMCOM Aviation Training, a leader in business and civil aviation pilot training, we're strengthening our industry position and world-class training capabilities with a focus on innovation, safety, and sustainability.

Our 320 simulators train 137,000 pilots annually, and for over 75 years, CAE has been driving industry innovation. Together with SIMCOM, we are shaping the future of aviation training.

In this role, the Flight Simulator Technician will prepare the Simulation Training Equipment for daily operation, such as performing the visual alignment and the pre / post flight. Carries out and evaluates Simulation Qualification testing (QTGs) and performs preventative maintenance for each training device, based on the published monthly schedules. Loads appropriate exercise scenarios and other tasks required to prepare for specific training sessions, while also completing Journey Logs at the start and finish of scheduled training sessions. Are you ready to:

The role we are offering you:

• Diagnose and correct routine problems on the simulators and associated simulator systems.

• Assist in diagnosing and correcting complex problems on the simulators and associated simulator systems.

• Perform non-aircraft specific pre-flight and post-flight tasks on all simulators and aircraft-specific tasks for some.

• Perform all visual alignments.

• Run and evaluate Qualification Test Guide (QTG) results.

• Utilize maintenance management system to record and track maintenance activities.

• Train technicians in basic skills.

• Complete all designated training activities.

• Assist with refurbishment and hardware modifications.

• Learn and comply with CAE quality management system.

• Provides customer service support and address customer needs promptly.

• Perform logistics duties, including parts received, repair, and testing/validation.

• Perform housekeeping functions to maintain the simulators as required.

• Perform all administrative tasks as required.

• Actively pursue continued professional growth and training

Our ideal candidate has:

• Education & Experience Requirements

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent related training

• 3 years of related experience such as electronics/avionics, automated systems, or computer networking repair and troubleshooting.

• Simulator experience a plus

• Electronic Troubleshooting Multimeter experience

• Experience working on Legacy Devices

• Electronics Experience

• Familiar with visual background and knows how to align using the projector

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experienced in basic troubleshooting to system level on multiple types of simulators

• Experienced in the use and interpretation of diagnostics available on multiple types of simulators

• Above basic skills in the operation of test equipment

• Above basic skills in soldering and circuit board repair

• Basic knowledge of PCs and MS-Office tools and suite

• Highly motivated in customer support and attention to detail

Physical Effort:

• The physical or muscular exertion required for prolonged standing, walking, and lifting or moving objects (weighing as much as 50lbs) and the resulting fatigue brought about by these activities

• Work in sustained sitting, standing, stooping, and squatting positions. Also climbing on ladders and equipment to heights 25 to 30 feet above the floor. Ability to safely move and work on equipment in confined spaces for reasonable periods.

• The physical dexterity required in performing tasks requiring hand/eye coordination and fine motor skills.

• Have the manual dexterity, knowledge, and experience necessary to work safely and effectively with various hand tools.

• Ability to always maintain situational awareness and work safely on and around complex machinery, that is characterized by sudden, and at times violent movement in all 3 axes.

• Ability to work safely in cool interior conditions (temps between 55- and 65-degrees Fahrenheit)

CAE offers:

• an environment where your initiatives will be recognized and valued

• the opportunity to work on a variety of projects on a multidisciplinary team

• flexible schedules

• attractive employee benefits

Come share your passion with us!

At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying software-based simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, defense and security forces and healthcare practitioners to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we're everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts-the highest-fidelity flight, mission and medical simulators and training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we'll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.

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Position Type

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

CAE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As "One CAE," we take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, Veteran status, age, or other legally protected characteristics.

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please get in touch with us at rh-hr@cae.com.