Assistant Simulator Technician

BAE Systems; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking an Assistant Simulator Technician to deliver training for FastJet pilots. The role requires an ICT background and offers opportunities for progression. Candidates must work well under pressure and have good communication skills. Competitive benefits and a defined development plan are offered for this entry-level position.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Discounted health and lifestyle benefits

Potential annual incentive

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate with key stakeholders across different levels.
• Ability to work within a close team under high pressure.
• Experience with Aircraft Avionics Maintenance is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-class training to FastJet pilots.
• Support and sustain Information Systems related to Pilot Training Devices.
• Perform maintenance activities in deployed locations.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork under pressure

Education

Educational background in ICT subject (GCSE, A-Level, BTEC)

Tools

Windows

Unix/Linux

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Simulator Technician

Location: RAF Marham - Onsite

Salary: £29563

What you’ll be doing:

• To ensure the delivery of high-class, first-rate training to the Ministry of Defence’s elite FastJet pilots
• Preparing Pilot Training Devices (PTD) for customer use and assisting with mission specific preparations
• Installing components and assemblies into chassis, racks, cabinets, workstations, and customer facilities
• Supporting and sustaining of all Information Systems and Information Technologies related to PTD (management, trouble‑shooting, repairing, preventative maintenance and upgrading software and hardware)
• Software configuration of replacement hardware, assisting with the installation and check‑out of modifications and loading periodic security patches
• Adherence to all programme mandated security processes
• Supporting the DMRT, you will be responsible for carrying out maintenance activities in deployed locations

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• Educational background within an ICT subject at either GCSE, A-Level, BTEC level (or similar)
• The ability to communicate with key stakeholders across different levels and businesses
• The ability to work within a close team under high pressure and to tight timescales

Desirable:

• Any experience working with Windows and/or Unix/Linux would be highly desirable
• Experience within organisations such as Cadets, Uniform Service course, Duke of Edinburgh and so on
• Experience or training in Aircraft Avionics Maintenance

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The F35 Lightening Programme team:

As an Assistant Simulator Technician, you will be based at our purpose built Integrated Training Centre (ITC) carrying out designated maintenance and support activities to the RAF. You will have the opportunity to work closely with Fast Jet pilots and Instructors as well as working closely with other BAE functions and their industry partners.

This role will provide you with the opportunity to work along‑side growing technology in a very dynamic and varied role. This role will also give you the unique opportunity to support Lightning II squadrons on deployed operations both ashore and on the Queen Elizabeth Class Carriers.

This is an entry level role that is supported by a defined development plan which provides the opportunity to progress to full Simulator Technician based on measured skills and experience together with self study and the attainment of mandated qualifications.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 29th October 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Application Process:

When applying for this role you will be redirected to BAE Systems careers site where you will be required to:

• Register an account (this is optional, you can apply as a guest)
• Provide contact information
• Upload your cv
• Complete a short diversity & inclusion questionnaire

When asked source type, please select "job board advertisement" then "the IET / E+T Jobs"