Experienced Simulator Technician

Boeing; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Crawley is seeking an Experienced Simulator Technician. This role involves maintaining training devices and providing professional technical support. Candidates should have 5+ years in avionics or plant maintenance and possess strong troubleshooting skills. The position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including a pension plan and generous leave options. The role is onsite and requires shift work.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

26 days leave and a winter break

Pension plan with up to 10% employer contribution

Company-paid BUPA medical plan

Learning Together programme

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in a similar role such as avionics repair / plant maintenance.
• Knowledge of EASA and UK CAA Flight Simulator Training device regulation and operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre‑flight tasks.
• Conduct troubleshooting and corrective maintenance activities on training devices.
• Provide total customer support service.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting skills of electrical and mechanical systems

Knowledge of aircraft systems and operation

Customer Service focus

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Computer Science or Engineering apprenticeship

Job description

Experienced Simulator Technician

Company: Boeing United Kingdom Limited

Boeing United Kingdom Limited is looking for an Experienced Simulator Technician to join our team in Crawley UK.

The new joiner will be maintaining devices to regulatory and company standards ensuring that training devices are ready for use and Training Centre customers are provided with professional technical support.

Hiring details

This requisition is for a locally hired position in Crawley UK. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work on‑site at one of the listed location options.

Work environment

Role involves shift work; standard working pattern is 2 days shifts followed by 2 night shifts followed by 4 rest days. Hours are 7am-7pm for dayshift and 7pm-7am for night shift. Pattern follows an 8‑day cycle e.g. Mon/Tues days; Wed/Thurs nights off; Fri/Sat/Sun and Mon next set of shifts begin Tues/Wed.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform pre‑flight tasks
• Perform preventative maintenance functions
• Conduct troubleshooting and corrective maintenance activities on training devices
• Perform training device updates (software and hardware)
• Ensure documentation procedures are completed
• Provide total customer support service that can include accompanying customers through instructor station training and during dry training operations
• Provide supervision and guidance to junior team members; act as a mentor on occasion

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills / Experience)

• 5 years experience in a similar role such as avionics repair / plant maintenance
• Knowledge of EASA and UK CAA Flight Simulator Training device regulation and operations
• Technical troubleshooting skills of electrical and mechanical systems including computer hardware and software
• Knowledge of aircraft systems and operation

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills / Experience)

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Computer Science or Engineering apprenticeship completion
• Customer Service focus; need to be able to communicate with air crew to understand the issue before resolving
• Software programming understanding ability would be beneficial but not essential
• Ability to work as part of a team

Benefits

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond focusing on your physical emotional financial and social well‑being.

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
• Continuous learning – you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you – we provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact your way
• Inclusive culture – you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
• Excellent adoption and parental leave options
• 26 days leave and a winter break between Christmas and New Year
• Pension plan with up to 10% employer contribution
• Company‑paid BUPA medical plan
• Short‑term sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
• Long‑term sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
• 6x annual salary life insurance
• Learning Together programme to support your ongoing personal and career development
• Access to Boeing’s Well‑Being Programs tool and incentives

Language Requirements

Not applicable

Education

Not applicable

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position does not require a security clearance.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent

This position is not contingent upon program award.

Shift

Shift worker (United Kingdom)

Required Experience

Senior IC

Key Skills

• Aeronautical
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Employment Type

Full‑time

Experience

Years

Vacancy

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