Simulation Equipment Technician — Maintenance & Deployment

Introduction Saab Uk; Swindon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saab UK is seeking a Site Technician to join our Training and Simulation team at Westdown Camp, Salisbury. You will maintain, repair and configure simulator equipment, perform stock checks and prepare reports on usage and stock levels.

The role requires strong inventory control, fault diagnosis, basic electrical repairs and the ability to work with multiple departments to ensure mission readiness. It is a full-time on-site position with safety and compliance responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in inventory management and warehouse operations.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise.
• Proficient in inventory management software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support, repair & maintain customer owned simulator equipment in accordance with corrective & preventative maintenance processes.
• Conduct simulator troubleshooting & fault diagnosis.
• Carry out basic electrical repairs/LRU replacement & general repairs in line with business processes.
• Reconfigure & install simulator software when required.
• Prepare & maintain reports on all repair work carried out on the simulation equipment using a bespoke Equipment Management system.
• Assist in the preparation of simulation equipment prior to deployment, including simulator configuration & picking and packing.
• Co-ordinate the issue, receipt & storage of materials using the SAAB Equipment Management system, in accordance with established procedures, to the customer.
• Assist with regular inventory counts and maintain accurate records to ensure stock levels meet operational needs.
• Oversee the organisation and cleanliness of the storage & repair areas, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Provide simulator training to the customer during the equipment issue process.
• Support the Site Manager as required to meet daily operation requirements.
• Support other SAAB UK sites and field exercise activities when required.

Skills

Inventory management

Organisational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

IPC Certification for soldering electrical & electronic assemblies

Counter Balance Forklift License

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Inventory management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Saab UK is seeking a Site Technician to join our Training and Simulation team at Westdown Camp, Salisbury. You will maintain, repair and configure simulator equipment, perform stock checks and prepare reports on usage and stock levels.

The role requires strong inventory control, fault diagnosis, basic electrical repairs and the ability to work with multiple departments to ensure mission readiness. It is a full-time on-site position with safety and compliance responsibilities.