Flight Simulator Engineer - Build Riyadh Training Center

CAE; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

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 covers hands-on maintenance, diagnostics, and contribution to design activities as needed.

You will perform preventive maintenance on training devices, troubleshoot complex systems, and collaborate with logistics and training teams to ensure smooth delivery of training operations. Strong English and initiative are essential for success.

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, signed off, and deficiencies closed promptly.
• Ensure all recurrent QTG runs are completed; action and follow up on deficiencies.
• Troubleshoot QTG-related issues and collaborate with QTG specialist and senior colleagues.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues on training devices and promptly update DRs.
• Support senior colleagues during AOG situations and coordinate with logistics, scheduling, and training teams.
• Monitor Simissues and action/update on-site items.
• Perform required tests and provide clear, concise feedback.
• Coordinate with senior colleagues to ensure Snags and SPRs are actioned.
• Use Maintenance Management System to record, track, and review activities.
• Comply with CAE EHS standards and safe-working procedures.

Skills

English proficiency

Troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

Electronics knowledge

Education

Technical College Diploma or Degree in Electronics/Electrical/Aviation

Tools

Test equipment

Diagnostic software

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 covers hands-on maintenance, diagnostics, and contribution to design activities as needed.

You will perform preventive maintenance on training devices, troubleshoot complex systems, and collaborate with logistics and training teams to ensure smooth delivery of training operations. Strong English and initiative are essential for success.