Simulator Technician III-EN

Responsibilities

• Performs complex assignments in office, on site, field, and laboratory.
• Solves a variety of complex simulator and/or aircraft systems problems.
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks on the simulators and associated simulator systems.
• Aids in diagnosing and correcting problems on the simulators and associated simulator systems.
• Diagnoses and corrects complex problems on the simulators and associated simulator systems.
• Utilizes maintenance management system to record and track maintenance activities.
• Trains technicians in basic skills.
• Provides technical training for other technicians.
• Completes all designated training activities.
• Actively pursues continued professional growth and training.
• Performs pre-flight and post-flight on all simulators.
• Runs and evaluates required FAA Approval Test Guide (ATG)/Qualification Test Guide (QTG) tests.
• Aids the Engineering Team with modifications, design changes, and software enhancements.
• Performs refurbishment and hardware modifications.
• Pursues knowledge and skills to enhance ability as a technical expert.
• Performs software changes to correct problems on the simulators and associated simulator systems.
• Identifies and coordinates efforts to correct training deficiencies.
• Affords technical support to the Group Lead in day-to-day operation of maintenance activities.
• Learns and complies with CAE quality management system.
• Provides customer service support and addresses customer needs in a timely manner.
• Performs logistics duties, including parts received, repair, and testing/validation.
• Maintains the simulators through housekeeping functions as required.
• Performs administrative tasks as required.
• Supports the technical services group as required.

Requirements

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent related training.
• Minimum of 5 years direct simulator experience with at least 3 years of relative simulator experience per assigned location.
• Proficiency with all types of test equipment.
• Proficiency with software diagnostics and utilities on at least 1 type of simulator.
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to perform in-depth analysis and research for hardware modifications and upgrades.
• Ability to assist the CAE SimuFlite Engineering Team with modifications, design changes, and software enhancements.
• Ability to assist with the development and delivery of technical training for other technicians.
• Demonstrated ability as the Technical Expert on at least one major simulator system (i.e. motion, visual, aircraft systems, etc.).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and suite.
• Fluency in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading or supporting day-to-day maintenance activities or team coordination.
• Advanced experience with FAA ATG/QTG testing and evaluation processes.
• Experience in cross-functional collaboration with engineering or technical services teams.
• Proven commitment to continuous professional development in simulator or aviation technologies.
• Experience mentoring or coaching technicians beyond basic training requirements.