Flight Simulator Engineer

CAE Aviation; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 167,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

CAE Aviation in Saudi Arabia seeks a technician to support maintenance on training devices and related systems. You will perform preventive tasks, diagnose issues, and ensure deficiencies are closed promptly while maintaining strong communication with logistics, training teams and senior colleagues.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience, a technical Diploma/Degree in electronics/electrical/aviation, and excellent English. Flexibility for shifts and strong safety culture are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma/degree in electronics, electrical or aviation field.
• 3–5 years of relevant work experience.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to work flexible shifts and adapt to changing schedules.
• Suitable understanding of aircraft terminology and simulation training devices.
• Ability to interpret schematics and technical documents relevant to simulation devices.
• Knowledge of analog and digital principles and theory.
• Troubleshooting skills for electronic, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Skilled in the use of test equipment and software diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist during subjective flyouts and perform snag clearance
• Independently carry out Preventive Maintenance Tasks PMTs and Daily Readiness DR on training devices and associated systems
• Ensure PMTs are completed according to standards properly signed off and that all generated deficiencies are followed up and closed in a timely manner
• Ensure all recurrent QTG runs are completed action and follow up on all deficiencies
• Troubleshoot QTG related issues and collaborate with the QTG specialist and senior colleagues as needed
• Diagnose troubleshoot and resolve technical issues on training devices and promptly update related DRs
• Support senior colleagues during AOG situations and maintain strong communication with logistics scheduling and training teams to ensure smooth training delivery
• Monitor Simissues and action update items assigned to the on site team
• Perform required tests and provide clear concise feedback
• Coordinate with senior colleagues to ensure Snags and SPRs are actioned
• Use the Maintenance Management System to record track and review maintenance activities
• Comply with local and global CAE Environmental Health & Safety EHS standards and safe working procedures demonstrating strong duty of care for personal and team safety

Skills

Excellent spoken and written English

Initiative

Ability to work under minimal supervis

Flexible shifts

Education

Technical College Diploma or Degree in Electronics, Electrical, or Aviation field

Tools

Test equipment

Software diagnostics

Job description

• Assist during subjective flyouts and perform snag clearance
• Independently carry out Preventive Maintenance Tasks PMTs and Daily Readiness DR on training devices and associated systems
• Ensure PMTs are completed according to standards properly signed off and that all generated deficiencies are followed up and closed in a timely manner
• Ensure all recurrent QTG runs are completed action and follow up on all deficiencies
• Troubleshoot QTG related issues and collaborate with the QTG specialist and senior colleagues as needed
• Diagnose troubleshoot and resolve technical issues on training devices and promptly update related DRs
• Support senior colleagues during AOG situations and maintain strong communication with logistics scheduling and training teams to ensure smooth training delivery
• Monitor Simissues and action update items assigned to the on site team
• Perform required tests and provide clear concise feedback
• Coordinate with senior colleagues to ensure Snags and SPRs are actioned
• Use the Maintenance Management System to record track and review maintenance activities
• Comply with local and global CAE Environmental Health amp Safety EHS standards and safe working procedures demonstrating strong duty of care for personal and team safety

• Technical College Diploma or Degree in Electronics, Electrical, or Aviation field.
• 3 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to work flexible shifts and adapt to changing schedules and shift patterns.
• Suitable understanding of aircraft terminology and simulation training devices.
• Ability to interpret schematics and technical documents relevant to simulation devices.
• Knowledge of analog and digital principles and theory.
• Troubleshooting skills for electronic, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Skilled in the use of test equipment and software diagnostic tools.
• Basic understanding of avionics, motion, and visual systems.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Basic knowledge of computer mainframe/architecture, networking, and operating systems (Windows NT/XP, UNIX, Linux, AIX).