Flight Simulator Technician

Avion Full Flight Simulators; Luton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Avion Full Flight Simulators seeks a Flight Simulator Technician to ensure smooth operation and maintenance of simulators at their Luton training center. The role requires relevant experience with FSTDs and offers significant responsibility in a dynamic environment. Avion provides a stimulating workplace and supports professional development.

Benefits

Professional training and development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance tasks on Full Flight Simulator Training Devices.
• Ability to interpret design drawings and manuals.
• Experience running QTGs of FSTDs.

Responsibilities

• Execute all maintenance tasks for simulator's operation.
• Perform Site Acceptance Tests and standard simulator support activities.
• Monitor Simulator performance for regulatory compliance.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Problem-solving

Maintenance tasks

Education

Relevant experience in maintenance tasks on FSTD

Job description

Avion focuses on Full Flight Simulator design, manufacturing, and operation. Avion enables airlines to train at their home base, giving them complete control of the training schedule. This way, airlines can cut costs and CO2 emissions and have a well-rested flight crew. In other words: it benefits economic, environmental and social sustainability targets.

Avion operates two Flight Training Centres: one in Mumbai and one in Luton. This job posting is meant for the Avion Flight Training Centre London, located at London Luton Airport. The centre houses the Avion A320 Full Flight Simulator. It’s in operation 24/7 and serves major airlines and training organisations.

Tasks

Responsibilities

The Flight Simulator Technician is responsible for executing all maintenance tasks necessary for the simulator's smooth operation. The Technician can contract support to assist with these activities.

The Flight Simulator Technician is responsible for the correct and timely execution of the prescribed maintenance tasks in this Manual and the maintenance manual. The simulator engineers, under supervision of the Maintenance manager, usually carry out the actual performance of maintenance tasks. The Flight Simulator Technician is being appointed by the Maintenance manager to ensure and complete each task.

Requirements

Entry requirements

The Flight Simulator Technician shall have relevant experience in maintenance tasks on FSTD. Furthermore, the Flight Simulator Technician will receive maintenance training from a maintenance manager or a senior Flight Simulator Technician in accordance with the Training syllabus for Flight Simulator Technicians. You have relevant experience running QTGs of FSTDs or must follow a course to fulfil this task.

Tasks

• Perform standard Simulator support activities.


• Perform Site Acceptance Test.


• Carry out maintenance, modifications and/or repairs of FSTD in accordance with Regulatory Authority requirements and company standards.


• Implement updates and repairs to enhance the performance of the FSTD.


• Update maintenance data collection records and assist with equipment installation and check-out modifications.


• Apply technical knowledge to solve complex problems by interpreting design drawings, manuals, or simulator documents.


• Perform configuration changes to Simulators and FSTD, evaluate and confirm the proper post-change operation.


• Monitor Simulator(s) performance and condition to ensure compliance with governmental regulations.

Location

This job is based at the Avion Flight Training Centre UK, located at London Luton Airport (landside). You must have the right to live and work in the UK. The job is based on a shift pattern, working 4-on, 4-off, made up of days, nights, and weekends.

Benefits

Become a part of Avion

Working at Avion means having a challenging job in a successful and entrepreneurial environment where initiative and a high degree of freedom in acting are basic principles. Working together within and between teams is essential for our success. Likewise, we cooperate closely with our partners and customers to achieve the best results. You will have significant influence and responsibility for the outcome of technically challenging projects.

Avion will create the conditions enabling you to grow as a (technical) specialist. We will provide support, training and opportunities further to develop your talents in a stimulating & inspiring environment.

Avion is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and encourage people of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. At Avion, we are committed to having an inclusive and transparent environment where every voice is heard and acknowledged. We embrace our differences and know that our diverse team is a strength that drives our success.

Do you think you meet the criteria, and are you up for a new challenge? We look forward to hearing from you! You can apply using the Join.com webpage. Please include your motivation letter and resume.