Technician Mechanical Engineering II

About the role

Provides assistance and training in regards to mechanical applications on In-Service Training Devices. Develops concepts that are applied to In-Service Training Devices in regards to mechanical aspects. Produces various documentation in support of the In-Service Training Devices. Implements and validates designs to address obsolescence.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Evaluate customer/FlightSafety sites data from MACAR's/Engineering Support Request and formulate an analysis of problems/write ups.
• Assist, instruct and teach mechanical applications to personnel located at various centers by either verbal, written, or on-site demonstrations.
• Produces various documentations such as but not limited to: Service Bulletins, component evaluation, reports, and proposals, etc.
• Develops and validates mechanical designs/concepts applied to In-Service Training Devices.
• Researches various publications and develops reports, concepts, and application methods in support of In-Service Training Devices.
• Plans for various projects assigned such as but not limited to modifications, obsolescent developments, simulator relocations, etc.
• Maintains and ensures the accuracy of various databases related to mechanical concerns such as but not limited to Oil Sampling Results traced on In-Service Training Devices.
• Collaborates with SOS management to coordinate and assist in simulator relocation requirements, encompassing but not limited to scheduling manpower, shipping, directing rigging crews, pre-tear down evaluations, and mechanical aspect of reinstallation in accordance to Simulation Systems standards.
• Reviews proposed mechanical modifications from engineering and subcontractors for design and implementation feasibility.
• Extensive travel, moment notice travel, shift work, and overtime may be required to accomplish some of the above tasks.
• This position requires 24-hour on-call 7 days a week. After-hours calls require the ability to remotely repair to restore FlightSafety-built training devices to full operation.

Requirements

• High school diploma
• 10 years’ experience in simulation; or A&P plus 8 years’ experience in simulation; or Associates in Mechanical engineering or Mechanical engineering technology with 5 years’ simulation experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel and Outlook required.
• Familiarity with PowerPoint and Project.
• Familiarity with FSI-SIMS and engineering drawings is a plus.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met and/or encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• Occasional exposure to high precarious places and risk of electrical shock.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FlightSafety International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Security Clearance

This position may require access to export-controlled technology or services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment consideration and any offer of employment are contingent upon the applicant’s ability to comply with these requirements, including qualifying as a “U.S. Person” under applicable regulations or otherwise eligible for export authorization within a timeframe consistent with business needs. A “U.S. Person” includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (holders of approved and unexpired green cards), and certain refugees or asylees with protected status under U.S. law.

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