Simulator Technician III-EN

Responsibilities

• Perform complex assignments in office, on site, field, and laboratory; projects may be experimental or design‑focused.
• Solve a variety of complex simulator and/or aircraft systems problems.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks on simulators and associated systems.
• Assist in diagnosing and correcting problems on simulators and associated systems.
• Diagnose and correct complex problems on simulators and associated systems.
• Utilize the maintenance management system to record and track maintenance activities.
• Train technicians in basic skills and provide technical training for other technicians.
• Complete all designated training activities and actively pursue continued professional growth.
• Perform pre‑flight and post‑flight checks on all simulators.
• Perform visual alignments.
• Run and evaluate required FAA Approval Test Guide (ATG) and Qualification Test Guide (QTG) tests.
• Assist the Engineering Team with modifications, design changes, and software enhancements.
• Perform refurbishment and hardware modifications.
• Pursue knowledge and skills to enhance ability as a technical expert.
• Perform software changes to correct problems on simulators and associated systems.
• Identify and coordinate efforts to correct training deficiencies.
• Assist the Group Lead in day‑to‑day operation of maintenance activities.
• Learn and comply with the CAE quality management system.
• Provide customer service support and address customer needs promptly.
• Perform logistics duties, including parts receipt, repair, and testing/validation.
• Perform housekeeping functions to maintain simulators as required.
• Perform administrative tasks as required.
• Support the technical services group as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2‑year technical degree or equivalent related training.
• Minimum of 5 years direct simulator experience, with at least 3 years of relevant experience at the assigned location.
• Proficiency with all types of test equipment.
• Proficiency with software diagnostics and utilities on at least one type of simulator.
• Strong 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 develop and deliver technical training for other technicians.
• Demonstrated expertise as the technical expert on at least one major simulator system (e.g., motion, visual, aircraft systems).
• 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.