Flight Simulator Engineer — Build a Saudi Training Hub

CAE; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning opportunities

Progression

Ground-up project

Job summary

CAE Middle East invites applications for a Flight Simulator Engineer to support Riyadh Air’s new training centre in Saudi Arabia. The role is hands-on, performing preventive and corrective maintenance on training devices at office, customer site, and in the field, with potential involvement in design activities.

You will handle PMTs, snag clearance, QTG runs, diagnostics, and coordinate with logistics and training teams to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications

• 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).

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

English proficiency

Self-motivation

Flexible shifts

Aircraft terminology

Schematics interpretation

Electronics troubleshooting

Test equipment use

Diagnostic software

MS Office

Education

Technical College Diploma or Degree in Electronics/Electrical/Aviation

Tools

Test equipment

Diagnostic software

MS Office

Job description

CAE Middle East invites applications for a Flight Simulator Engineer to support Riyadh Air’s new training centre in Saudi Arabia. The role is hands-on, performing preventive and corrective maintenance on training devices at office, customer site, and in the field, with potential involvement in design activities.

You will handle PMTs, snag clearance, QTG runs, diagnostics, and coordinate with logistics and training teams to ensure smooth operations.