Junior Flight Simulation Maintenance Engineer

Lockheed Martin; Wales; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace firm in North Wales is seeking a Junior Flight Simulation Maintenance Engineer to join their team at RAF Valley. This hands-on role is ideal for those starting their engineering career, focusing on maintaining and testing high-fidelity simulators for military training. The position offers excellent development opportunities within a skilled engineering team and the chance to gain practical experience in flight simulation technology.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Strong work-life balance

Training and education opportunities

Qualifications

• Keen interest in computing, electronics, or mechanical systems.
• Good communication skills and a willingness to learn.
• Comfortable using hand tools and test equipment.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance and readiness of flight simulators and training equipment.
• Assist in fault-finding, inspection, testing, and basic repair of simulator hardware.
• Help prepare simulators and training devices for daily use.

Skills

Interest in computing, electronics, or mechanical systems

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Hand tools and test equipment

Job description

Overview

Junior Flight Simulation Maintenance Engineer

Full Time - Permanent

RAF Valley, North Wales

We have an exciting opportunity based at our customer site at RAF Valley on the island of Anglesey in North Wales for a Junior Flight Simulation Maintenance Engineer.

This is a hands-on technical role ideal for someone at the start of their engineering career. You will gain experience working on high-fidelity simulators used for military aircrew training. The role offers excellent development opportunities and the chance to work as part of a skilled engineering team.

As a Junior Flight Simulation Maintenance Engineer, you will support the engineering team in maintaining, testing, and preparing simulators and associated training systems. You will receive on-the-job training and development to grow your skills in flight simulation technology.

You will work on ground based training equipment at RAF Valley on the basic flying training squadrons. You will work on preparing the simulators for use each day, preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis and rectification, installation of upgrades and modifications, liaising with the customer.

Key responsibilities

• Supporting maintenance and readiness of flight simulators and training equipment.
• Assisting in fault-finding, inspection, testing, and basic repair of simulator hardware and sub-systems.
• Helping to prepare simulators and training devices for daily use.
• Working alongside experienced engineers to understand and learn simulator systems including computer networks, control systems, and visual displays.
• Carrying out routine checks and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records and following technical instructions.
• Adhering to all Health & Safety procedures and contributing to a safe working environment.
• Learning to use maintenance tools, test equipment, and diagnostic software.
• Taking part in continuous improvement activities and ongoing training.
• Supporting other tasks reasonably expected by the Simulator Site Manager.

You’ll be expected to

• Work within a team environment and follow technical guidance.
• Learn to understand simulator systems and how they operate.
• Maintain a clean and professional workspace.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with both colleagues and users of the simulators.
• Support weekend and occasional shift work if required (with notice).
• Be willing to undertake further technical training.

Required skills, qualifications and experience

• Keen interest in computing, electronics, or mechanical systems.
• Good communication skills and a willingness to learn.
• Understanding of computer use and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc).
• Comfortable using hand tools and test equipment (training provided).
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions.
• Attention to detail and pride in producing quality work.
• Capable of working in a structured and safety-conscious environment.

Desirable but not Essential Skills

• Any previous experience working with computers, mechanical systems or electronics (hobby or school-based is acceptable).
• Familiarity with flight simulators, gaming PCs, or similar technology.
• Understanding of how electrical or mechanical systems work.

At Lockheed Martin we’ll provide you with meaningful work and education opportunities that will allow you to develop your skills and enhance your career with us, but equally important you can also enjoy a strong work life balance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to enable you to live a healthy fulfilling life in and outside of work.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed.