Integration Specialist

CAE; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ADF Reserve Service Policy

Wellness subsidy

Generous Parental Leave

Employee Share Scheme

Fitness Passport

Insurance Cover

Job summary

CAE is seeking an Integration Specialist in Sydney to join the Future Air Mission Training System. You will integrate, configure, validate, and troubleshoot simulator software and subsystems across Windows/Linux, hardware, networks, and I/O, ensuring alignment with defence requirements.

The role requires a engineering degree, strong systems integration experience, and the ability to obtain Australian Defence Security Clearance. Hybrid work pattern: 3 days on site, 2 days flexible at Homebush.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in Computer/Electrical/Aerospace/Software/Hardware Engineering or CS; or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding in complex systems integration, ideally in Defence or Aviation industries.
• Experience with configuration management tools such as GitHub.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, configure and validate simulator software and subsystems.
• Participate in development, integration, verification, validation and acceptance of simulator systems and products.
• Troubleshoot complex integration issues across software, hardware, operating systems, networks and simulator interfaces.
• Act as a technical interface with customers for simulator integration, deployment and acceptance support.
• Support future evolution of simulation software delivery into Defence-hosted or cloud-enabled environments where required.

Skills

Systems integration

GitHub

Education

Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in engineering or CS

Tools

GitHub

Job description

Step into the future of air mission training. CAE’s Future Air Mission Training System (F‑AMTS) is redefining how Australia prepares its next generation of aviators. Through immersive, cyber-secure, and scalable training, we blend cutting‑edge technology with learning science to build confidence and operational readiness in a safe, virtual environment. As Australia’s trusted sovereign partner in training, CAE delivers world‑class solutions and expertise to support the nation’s defence and security objectives

The Integration Specialist is responsible for the integration, configuration management, validation, troubleshooting, and preparation for testing of software within full flight simulator and military training system requirements.

The is primarily a hands‑on military training system integration role. The role works across simulator software, platform systems models, avionics interfaces, visual systems, instructor operating stations, host computers, networking, I/O, Windows and Linux environments and controlled software baselines.

Description

• Develop, integrate, configure and validate simulator software and subsystem behaviour with full flight simulator and military training system environments
• Participate in the development, integration, verification, validation and acceptance of simulator systems and products from system simulations through to user interface
• Troubleshoot complex integration issues across software, hardware, operating systems, networks, configuration baselines, timing, and simulator interfaces
• Act as a technical interface with customers for simulator integration, deployment, troubleshooting and acceptance support
• Support future evolution of simulation software delivery into Defence-hosted or cloud‑enabled environments where required

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering or Computer Science; or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding in complex systems integration, simulation products, ideally within the Defence or Aviation industries
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., GitHub).
• Ability to work in a hybrid nature from the Homebush office (3 days on site per week and 2 days of flexibility).
• Ability to obtain or maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance – must be an Australian citizen!

Preferred Qualifications

• Solid understanding of the Systems Engineering Lifecycle.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot complex issues
• Full flight simulator, flight training device, mission training system, synthetic training environment or military training system integration experience

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a positive impact on Australian defence and security
• Exciting career paths in a truly global business
• Access to a generous ADF Reserve Service Policy
• Wellness subsidy
• Generous Parental Leave
• Employee Share Scheme
• Fitness Passport
• Insurance Cover
• … and more!

Security requirements

As the Australian Department of Defence is a major client, you must be eligible to obtain a Defence Security Clearance to work in this role - please be mindful to obtain a clearance, one of the main requirements is you must be an Australian Citizen.

About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type

Regular

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available - contact your recruiter or email [e-mail] if needed.

Data Privacy

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