Simulator Coordinator

Air Arabia; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A major airline operator in Sharjah is seeking a Simulator Operations Coordinator to manage simulator activities and ensure smooth training administration. The candidate will coordinate with various departments to schedule and monitor simulator utilization, prepare reports, and support maintenance planning. A Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management or related field is required, along with 1-3 years of relevant experience in scheduling or operations coordination. Strong MS Office skills and familiarity with aviation regulations are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Training in scheduling, resource planning, or aviation operations preferred.
• Strong MS Office skills, especially in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage and update simulator bookings and schedules.
• Coordinate with vendors and crew planning for smooth operations.
• Prepare monthly reports on simulator utilization.

Skills

Scheduling systems proficiency

Strong MS Office skills

Data tracking abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, or related field

Training or certification in scheduling or aviation operations

Job description

Job Purpose

Responsible for the smooth operation of simulator activities and training administration within the company, ensuring adherence to regulations and procedures. Supports the operations department in various projects.

Key Result Responsibilities

• Manage and update all simulator bookings, schedules, and dashboards.
• Coordinate with vendors, Crew Planning, and Crew Training to ensure smooth scheduling.
• Track simulator utilisation, prepare monthly reports, and support annual budgeting.
• Monitor contracts, certifications, renewals, and handle confidential information.
• Support simulator assessments, maintenance planning, and operational logistics.

Qualifications (Academic, Training, Languages)

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Training or certification in scheduling, resource planning, or aviation operations (preferred).
• Proficiency in scheduling systems or training management software.
• Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel.
• Familiarity with aviation regulatory requirements (advantage).

Work Experience

• 1-3 years of experience in scheduling, resource planning, or operations coordination.
• Experience in aviation, simulator operations, or training environments preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and time-sensitive schedules.
• Background in data tracking, utilization reporting, or administrative support.
• Experience working with vendors or external service providers is an advantage.