Simulator Technician IV

cae; Manor Royal; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Flexible vacation policy

Flexitime scheme

Electric Car Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

CAE Crawley is seeking an experienced Simulator Technician IV to maintain high availability of flight simulators at our Gatwick-area facility. You will troubleshoot complex systems, perform preventive maintenance, and conduct pre/post-flight checks to ensure service readiness.

The role requires diagnosing faults across multiple simulator platforms, maintaining documentation, and contributing to refurbishment and upgrades. A technical degree and strong English are essential.

Qualifications

• 5-6 years in simulator maintenance or similar role.
• Fluency in English and clear communication.
• Ability to troubleshoot across multiple simulator platforms.
• Experience with diagnostic tools and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with electronic and mechanical test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot simulator systems to isolate faults and restore readiness.
• Perform preventive maintenance per schedules and procedures.
• Run pre-flight and post-flight checks for serviceability.
• Use diagnostic tools to identify and resolve issues.
• Support qualification testing and regulatory requirements.
• Inspect, adjust, calibrate, and repair simulator gear.
• Act as SME for major simulator subsystems (motion, visuals, aircraft systems).
• Support refurbishment, upgrades, and improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports.
• Ensure safety, quality, and housekeeping compliance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostic tools

System inspections

Documentation

Education

Technical degree or equivalent

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Join CAE's Simulator Technician team based in Gatwick, working on some of the most advanced flight simulators in the world. With an extensive range of simulator platforms at our training centre, this role offers the opportunity to work across multiple aircraft types, systems, and technologies while developing and applying advanced technical expertise.

The Simulator Technician IV is a senior technical role responsible for maintaining simulator availability and performance through troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repairs, and system improvements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Perform troubleshooting and fault isolation on simulator systems to maintain operational readiness.
• Carry out preventive maintenance activities in accordance with approved maintenance schedules and procedures.
• Conduct pre-flight and post-flight checks to ensure simulator serviceability.
• Use diagnostic tools and test equipment to identify, analyze, and resolve technical issues.
• Support qualification testing, including QTG activities, ensuring devices meet regulatory and operational requirements.
• Perform system inspections, adjustments, calibrations, and repairs on simulator equipment.
• Act as a technical subject matter expert in one or more major simulator systems such as motion, visual, aircraft systems, or computing infrastructure.
• Support simulator refurbishment projects, hardware modifications, upgrades, and technical improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.
• Collaborate with technical colleagues, operations teams, and third-party suppliers to resolve technical issues and improve device performance.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5-6 years of experience working as a Simulator Technician or in a comparable technical maintenance role.
• Fluency in English.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot simulator systems to system level on multiple simulator platforms.
• Experience using and interpreting diagnostic tools and technical documentation.
• Proficiency in the use of electronic and mechanical test equipment.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance and operational checks on simulator devices.
• Ability to analyse faults and implement corrective actions effectively.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work a 4-on, 4-off rotating shift pattern, including days and nights.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical degree, diploma, or equivalent technical qualification.
• Experience working across multiple simulator platforms and technologies.
• Demonstrated expertise in at least one major simulator system, such as motion, visual, aircraft, computing, or instructor operating systems.
• Experience performing in-depth visual system adjustments and setup activities.
• Experience supporting simulator refurbishment projects, modifications, or upgrades.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a technical team.

Benefits

We've designed flexible policies to promote well-being and growth, based on role‑specific eligibility and requirements:

• Competitive salary
• 4 on 4 off shift pattern (4 days, 4 off, 4 nights, 4 off)
• Private health insurance
• Healthcare cash plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Pension scheme
• Flexible vacation policy
• Flexitime scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance

Location:

Diamond Point
Fleming Way
Crawley
West Sussex
RH10 9DP

About us

At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying software-based simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, defence and security forces and healthcare practitioners to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest‑fidelity flight, mission and medical simulators and training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.

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About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose‑driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type

Regular

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