Aviation Simulator Technician – Keep Hawk Training Ready

BAE Systems; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Basic Salary

25 Days Annual Leave

Shift Allowance

Annual Bonus

Life Assurance

On site Parking

Pension Scheme

Job summary

BAE Systems seeks a Simulator Technician to join a small on-base team at RAF Leeming, performing setup and maintenance to maximise the availability of Hawk training devices for Joint Squadron aircrew training. You will maintain the Full Mission Simulator, Avionic Part Task Trainer and Desk Top Training Devices, diagnose faults, record maintenance activities, and coordinate with the L3 Field Service Rep.

A background in avionics, IT, or military engineering is preferred, with on-site

Qualifications

• The candidate should have a background in Avionic simulation systems or IT
• Engineering discipline background in military aviation (Avionics, Electrical or IT) with relevant apprenticeship or City & Guilds qualifications

Responsibilities

• Liaise with QFIs regarding device availability and fault resolution
• Prepare Pilot training devices for customer use and assist with mission preparations
• Undertake scheduled and unscheduled maintenance to maximise device availability and record all activities
• Diagnose faults and perform remedial maintenance to maximise uptime
• Raise Fault Reports and queries and manage spares consumption
• Follow procurement and tool control processes as per company procedures
• Learn from the L3 Field Service Rep to support devices when needed
• Ensure devices are safe to use and report accidents or near misses

Job description

BAE Systems seeks a Simulator Technician to join a small on-base team at RAF Leeming, performing setup and maintenance to maximise the availability of Hawk training devices for Joint Squadron aircrew training. You will maintain the Full Mission Simulator, Avionic Part Task Trainer and Desk Top Training Devices, diagnose faults, record maintenance activities, and coordinate with the L3 Field Service Rep.

A background in avionics, IT, or military engineering is preferred, with on-site