E-7 Simulation Technician

TN United Kingdom; Lossiemouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled simulation technicians to maintain state-of-the-art training equipment for the E7 Aircraft. This role involves supporting installation, performing routine maintenance, and troubleshooting complex systems. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, demonstrating strong analytical and interpersonal skills. With a focus on teamwork and safety, you will contribute to the training of military personnel while working in a cutting-edge facility. Join a team that values innovation and excellence, and play a vital role in supporting the future of aviation training.

Qualifications

• Experience in synthetic training, ideally in military aviation.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support installation and operation of E7 training equipment.
• Perform troubleshooting and maintenance of training devices.
• Administer and troubleshoot servers and networks.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Analytical Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Technical Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

IT Systems Administration

Electrical Systems

Electronic Systems

Mechanical Systems

Job description

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Boeing Defence UK will soon be installing state of the art training equipment to support the E7 Aircraft at RAF Lossiemouth. We are looking for simulation technicians (level 2 or 3) to maintain the training equipment through life and to support installation and introduction into service of this equipment.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate experience in the support of full flight simulators.

Following installation support the successful candidate will provide routine maintenance, fault finding and repair activities. As a technician, mentoring and guiding more junior colleagues may be required.

The facility will run a two-shift system 07:00 till 22:00 Monday to Friday required to cover the full training schedule, but some flexibility is expected .

The role will be based in the new, custom built facility at RAF Lossiemouth.

Experience working in a military environment would be advantageous but is not required.

This is a technician role supporting the E7 Lead technician and reporting directly to the E7 On-Site Maintenance Manager

Position Responsibilities:

• Supports initial installation, commissioning and operation of the E7 training equipment.
• performs troubleshooting, repairs, maintenance, reconfiguration, and modification of the Training Devices and other electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems as required.
• Performs system administration and supports general IT maintenance tasks for all equipment used in the provision of the P8 training service
• Administers and troubleshoots servers and networks, provides maintenance of system security tools, administration of user’s system access controls and monitors system performance to support capacity planning, backup and disaster recovery planning.
• Accomplishes system initialization and checkout; system operation for extended periods; rapid fault diagnosis and correction; data logging, and system shutdown.
• Maintains system documentation and records as required.
• Performs general pre-operations, post-operations and configuration of training systems.
• Supports major system modification or fault rectification, which may require manual handling and lifting, and limited working at heights.
• Support, annual certification activities using QTGs in accordance with MAA RA3375.

Competencies and Experience:

• Significant experience in synthetic training ideally in a military aviation context
• Strong interpersonal skills and be a team player
• Good analytical skills
• Willing to work in a military environment requiring adherence to security procedures
• Willing to work in a safe manner
• Have a can-do attitude and the ability to work on multiple tasks when under pressure, and to resolve competing demands on time to deliver results without compromising technical or programme integrity

The ability to obtain UK Security clearance is essential

All information provided will be checked and may be verified.

PLEASE NOTE: The successful candidate will be expected to undergo a SECURITY CHECK/CLEARANCE.

Important information regarding this requisition: This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. CANDIDATES MUST HAVE CURRENT LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK IMMEDIATELY IN THE UNITED KINGDOM. BOEING WILL NOT ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN IMMIGRATION AND LABOUR SPONSORSHIP FOR ANY APPLICANTS. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

Relocation is not available for this role.

Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial airplanes and defense, space and security systems. We are engineers and technicians. Skilled scientists and thinkers. Bold innovators and dreamers. Join us, and you can build something better for yourself, for our customers and for the world.

Relocation:

No relocation available

Export Control Requirement:

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a safety sensitive position

Job Description

Qualifications:

Boeing Defence UK will soon be installing state of the art training equipment to support the E7 Aircraft at RAF Lossiemouth. We are looking for simulation technicians (level 2 or 3) to maintain the training equipment through life and to support installation and introduction into service of this equipment.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate experience in the support of full flight simulators.

Following installation support the successful candidate will provide routine maintenance, fault finding and repair activities. As a technician, mentoring and guiding more junior colleagues may be required.

The facility will run a two-shift system 07:00 till 22:00 Monday to Friday required to cover the full training schedule, but some flexibility is expected .

The role will be based in the new, custom built facility at RAF Lossiemouth.

Experience working in a military environment would be advantageous but is not required.

This is a technician role supporting the E7 Lead technician and reporting directly to the E7 On-Site Maintenance Manager

Position Responsibilities:

Supports initial installation, commissioning and operation of the E7 training equipment.

performs troubleshooting, repairs, maintenance, reconfiguration, and modification of the Training Devices and other electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems as required.

Performs system administration and supports general IT maintenance tasks for all equipment used in the provision of the P8 training service

Administers and troubleshoots servers and networks, provides maintenance of system security tools, administration of user’s system access controls and monitors system performance to support capacity planning, backup and disaster recovery planning.

Accomplishes system initialization and checkout; system operation for extended periods; rapid fault diagnosis and correction; data logging, and system shutdown.

Maintains system documentation and records as required.

Performs general pre-operations, post-operations and configuration of training systems.

Supports major system modification or fault rectification, which may require manual handling and lifting, and limited working at heights.

Support, annual certification activities using QTGs in accordance with MAA RA3375.

Competencies and Experience:

Significant experience in synthetic training ideally in a military aviation context

Strong interpersonal skills and be a team player

Good analytical skills

Customer focussed

Willing to work in a military environment requiring adherence to security procedures

Willing to work in a safe manner

Have a can-do attitude and the ability to work on multiple tasks when under pressure, and to resolve competing demands on time to deliver results without compromising technical or programme integrity

The ability to obtain UK Security clearance is essential

All information provided will be checked and may be verified.

PLEASE NOTE: The successful candidate will be expected to undergo a SECURITY CHECK/CLEARANCE.

Important information regarding this requisition: This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. CANDIDATES MUST HAVE CURRENT LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK IMMEDIATELY IN THE UNITED KINGDOM. BOEING WILL NOT ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN IMMIGRATION AND LABOUR SPONSORSHIP FOR ANY APPLICANTS. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

Relocation is not available for this role.

Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial airplanes and defense, space and security systems. We are engineers and technicians. Skilled scientists and thinkers. Bold innovators and dreamers. Join us, and you can build something better for yourself, for our customers and for the world.

Relocation:

No relocation available

Export Control Requirement:

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a safety sensitive position

Contingent Upon Award Program

The position is contingent upon program award

Experience Level:

Individual Contributor - 3

Job Type:

Regular

Job Code:

GGE8I3 (GGM)