Simulator Technician

CAE Inc; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness subsidy

Generous Parental Leave

Employee Share Scheme

Fitness Passport

Insurance Cover

Job summary

CAE Australia seeks a Simulation Technician to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on training devices, including Level D full flight simulators, at RAAF Base Amberley. You’ll diagnose and repair complex systems to maximise simulator availability for training outcomes.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you’ll work shifts between 6am and midnight, hold Australian citizenship to gain NV-1 security clearance, and collaborate with site engineers in a safety‑conscious, high‑tech

Qualifications

• Open to people with technical or trade experience.
• Ability to gain an NV-1 Security Clearance (Australian Citizen).
• Shift work flexibility; hours 6am–midnight (8hr shifts).

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on training devices.
• Ensure maintenance complies with standards/regulatory requirements.
• Support investigations with site-based engineering development.

Skills

Trade experience

Electronics

IT hardware

Electrical

Tools

Avionics knowledge

Job description

Role Overview

The Simulation Technician reports to the Maintenance Manager (or delegate) and is responsible for performing all preventative and corrective maintenance on training devices in a safe and effective manner. The goal is to ensure maximum availability and reliability of training systems to support successful training outcomes for end users. As a Simulation Technician, you'll be at the heart of aviation training technology, responsible for maintaining and repairing some of the most advanced flight simulators in the world. These include Level D full flight simulators - devices so realistic they're certified to replace actual flight hours. You'll work hands-on with complex systems like electromechanical motion platforms, immersive visual environments, and high-performance computing clusters. When something goes wrong, you'll be the one to diagnose and fix it, ensuring pilots can train without interruption.

Responsibilities

• Execute all maintenance tasks efficiently
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with internal and external standards/regulatory requirements
• Support site-based engineering development by assisting with investigations
• Handle parts shipping in accordance with export control and security protocols
• Adhere to CAE's Quality Management System and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Comply with CAE's Environment, Health and Safety Management System

Minimum Qualifications

• Open to people with technical or trade experience, e.g. electronic technician, electrician, IT, hardware engineering, etc
• Ability to gain an NV-1 Security Clearance (I.e. must be an Australian Citizen)
• Flexibility for shift work - our hours of operation are between 6am - midnight (shifts are 8hrs long)

Preferred Qualifications

• Avionics knowledge and experience
• Aviation and/or Defence industry experience
• Experience work on simulator devices is a nice to have

Security Requirements

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.

Location

Location: RAAF Base Amberley This is an on-site role.

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a considerable 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!

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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

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Welcome to CAE! As a global leader in Civil Aviation and Defense & Security across 40 countries, we advance together as One CAE, fueled by thousands of passionate individuals operating in a culture where everyone can thrive. We hold ourselves accountable for building an inclusive community at every level, and our comprehensive benefits support you professionally and personally. Together, we are All For shaping a future where safety, sustainability, and inclusivity lead the way. Join us and be part of something bigger - where your impact reaches beyond CAE and helps shape the world of tomorrow.