Simulator Engineer

Bristow; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristow Group is seeking a skilled avionics maintenance technician for the Rotary Wing Flight Simulators at Bristow Training Centre, Dyce Avenue, Aberdeen. You will perform day-to-day maintenance, repairs and updates to simulator systems, ensuring compliance with manuals and regulations and OEM guidance.

The role requires fault-finding skills, knowledge of electrical/electronic/avionic systems, and experience with database programming.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be computer literate with advanced window application knowledge.
• Hold basic knowledge of electrical / electronic / avionic systems.
• Have knowledge of database programming and input techniques.
• Proven understanding of fault-finding principles and corrective measures techniques.
• Knowledge of schematic drawings would be advantageous.
• Operational experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and repair of Simulator systems as required by the Company and OEMs in accordance with relevant regulations & appropriate equipment manuals;
• Control of the systems required to run the simulators;
• Compliance with the appropriate maintenance and procedure Manuals;
• Implement updates of simulator data to Ground Station Data, Host loads and Visual Databases;
• Read and understand the unserviceabilities, unserviceability recording & reporting process;
• Running of Qualification Test Guides (QTGs);
• Update of the simulator maintenance and procedures manuals as appropriate;
• Reporting of unserviceability's and faults;
• Plan the repair of reported faults as applicable;
• To assume appropriate responsibilities when requested during supervisor's absence;
• Communication with clients, contractors, aviation authorities & OEM representatives;
• Comply with the quality standards required by Bristow Helicopters Ltd;
• Comply with Design Procedures as set out in Company Handbooks and agreements with Third Parties.

Skills

Windows applications

Electrical systems

Avionics basics

Database programming

Fault-finding

Schematic drawings

Operational experience

Education

HND/BTEC in Avionics & Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description:

Purpose of Role:

Day to day running, maintenance & repair of Rotary Wing Flight Simulators based at Bristow Training Centre, Dyce Avenue.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Maintenance and repair of Simulator systems as required by the Company and OEMs in accordance with relevant regulations & appropriate equipment manuals;


• Control of the systems required to run the simulators;


• Compliance with the appropriate maintenance and procedure Manuals;


• Implement updates of simulator data to Ground Station Data, Host loads and Visual Databases;


• Read and understand the unserviceabilities, unserviceability recording & reporting process;


• Running of Qualification Test Guides (QTGs);


• Update of the simulator maintenance and procedures manuals as appropriate;


• Reporting of unserviceability's and faults;


• Plan the repair of reported faults as applicable;


• To assume appropriate responsibilities when requested during supervisor's absence;


• Communication with clients, contractors, aviation authorities & OEM representatives;


• Comply with the quality standards required by Bristow Helicopters Ltd;


• Comply with Design Procedures as set out in Company Handbooks and agreements with Third Parties.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Candidates must be computer literate with advanced window application knowledge;


• Hold basic knowledge of electrical / electronic / avionic systems;


• Have knowledge of database programming and input techniques;


• Proven understanding of fault-finding principles and corrective measures techniques;


• Knowledge of schematic drawings would be advantageous;


• Operational experience is desirable.

An HND / BTEC 3 in Avionics & Electrical Engineering would be advantageous.

All applicants must be currently eligible to work and live in the UK.

Applications Closing Date: 25th September 2026

Equal Opportunities: Bristow Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran/ex-military status.

Military-Friendly: As a Military-Friendly employer, we are dedicated to providing meaningful employment opportunities for military veterans. This commitment is embodied by our Managed Military Pathway Programme and our Silver Award under the Armed Forces Covenant, which collectively demonstrate our support for veterans and reservists as they transition to civilian careers.

Disability Confident: We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and take pride in creating and maintaining environments that are inclusive and respectful. As well as offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum advertised requirements, we also invite applicants to advise us of any reasonable adjustments, at any stage of the application or hiring process, by contacting [e-mail]