Senior Flight Simulator Engineer (FSTD)-EN

CAE; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

CAE Middle East seeks a Senior Flight Simulator Engineer to support Riyadh Air’s new training centre in Saudi Arabia. You will maintain Flight Simulator Training Devices and related systems, perform PMTs, and diagnose issues to ensure reliable training operations.

Lead maintenance tasks, mentor staff, and collaborate with CAE specialists to drive performance. Ensure compliance with CAE/EASA/FAA standards and generate regular operations reports for customer reviews.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Electronics or related field with relevant experience.
• Excellent command of English (spoken and written).
• Strong customer orientation and ability to work in a team.
• Able to interpret schematics and technical docs for FSTDs and related systems.
• 7+ years of related work experience in aerospace/flight simulation environments.

Responsibilities

• Support Flight Simulator Training Devices and other training devices; attend maintenance calls and assist during tests.
• Independently perform PMTs, Daily Readiness, recurrent QTG runs, ADB updates, IOS LP updates; maintain records.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve training device issues; perform hardware refurbishment/modifications; track and close deficiencies.
• May lead as Shift Lead, Team Lead, or Device Caretaker; create/update procedures and guidelines.
• Mentor and provide On-the-Job Training to junior engineers; pursue knowledge to become a technical expert in FSTD systems.
• Ensure compliance with CAE, EHS standards; manage tasks, generate reports, and meet KPI targets.

Skills

Electronics

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

FSTD systems

Leadership

Documentation

English proficiency

Mentoring

Education

Diploma or Degree in Electronics

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Test equipment

Diagnostics software

CMMS

Windows & Linux basics

Flight Sim Systems knowledge

Job description

Join CAE Middle East as a Senior Flight Simulator Engineer and help establish the technical operations supporting Riyadh Air’s new training centre in Saudi Arabia.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the Flight Simulator Training Devices and Other Training Devices: Attend maintenance calls, device setup, conversions, demos, assist during Simulator Flight Tests, support snag clearance activities, etc…
• Independently perform the Preventive Maintenance Tasks (PMTs), Daily Readiness (DR), Recurrent QTG runs, Aircraft Database (ADB) updates, & IOS Lesson Plan (LP) updates on the training devices & associated systems. Ensure that all tasks are carried out according to the standards. Ensure that deficiencies associated with these tasks are followed up, actioned, and closed in a timely manner.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve training device issues, including AOGs and NAA raised issues. Perform hardware refurbishment, and modifications. Identify recurring issues and work to pursue permanent solutions. Monitor SimHub/Simissues for updates & use the Computerized Maintenance Management System to record, track, review, update, & monitor deficiencies and other maintenance activities. Produce reports for TCOPS Management to monitor performance and identify trends.
• May be assigned to the role of Shift Lead, Team Lead, Device Caretaker or Task Caretaker. Manage all aspects of the assigned role autonomously. Create, improve, or update procedures & guidelines for new, routine, and non-routine tasks.
• Work with the FSTD Technical Specialists on issues that require testing, troubleshooting. Take on special projects based on the needs of the Training Center Operation.
• Mentor & provide On-the-Job Training (OJT) to more junior colleagues. Provide support for work on more complex tasks & during corrective maintenance tasks. Pursue knowledge and skills to strive to become a technical expert in one or more FSTD system. (i.e. Visual, Motion, Flt Controls, QTGs, etc…)
• Comply with local & global CAE Environmental Health & Safety standards, instructions, and safe working procedures. Exercise duty of care for own H&S, and that of others who may be affected by his/her work.
• Prioritize, plan, & coordinate most maintenance tasks, regularly review and update all issues for planning purposes, generate reports for review during technical meetings, ensure that the training devices are ready for NAA recurrent evaluations, make sure that all maintenance records are up-to-date.
• Ensure that all training devices achieve the CAE, Departmental, and Service Level Agreement KPIs. Ensure that all projects and DRs are worked on, addressed, and brought to closure in a timely manner. Make sure that authority and customer business critical issues are cleared within specified targets.
• Participate in weekly technical meetings, NAA evaluations, internal/external audits, & SLA review meetings with CAE upper management and/or the customer. Act as Deputy Manager or Group Leader Technical Operations in his/her absence. Work with CAE Customer Service to follow-up on business-critical issues.
• Assist and actively participate in the yearly performance evaluation of the team and individuals. Assist the Manager or Group Leader Technical Operations in the generation of the employee development plan. Mentor and share knowledge with fellow engineers and technicians in order to develop their skillsets. Develop technical workshops and provide on the job training to FSTD Support Staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical College Diploma or Degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical/Aerospace Field and at least 7 years of related work experience.
• Excellent knowledge of the English Language, both spoken and written.
• Highly engaged and motivated individual.
• Highly customer oriented and must be able to deal tactfully in sensitive situations.
• Excellent workmanship and strong contributor within a team environment.
• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Able to work flexible shifts and adapt to changing work schedules and shift patterns.
• Good understanding of aircraft and FSTD terminology.
• Able to interpret schematics and other technical documents pertaining to FSTDs.
• Able to perform Preventive Maintenance Tasks and Daily Readiness on FSTDs.
• Knowledge of Analog and Digital principles and theory.
• Must possess adequate troubleshooting skills of Electronic, Electric, Hydraulic, and Pneumatic systems.
• Able to mentor and provide On the Job Training to more junior colleagues.
• Must be skilled in the use of test equipment, and software diagnostics tools.
• Good understanding and comprehension of Aircraft Systems, Avionics, Motion, and Visual Systems.
• Good computer skills with knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, etc…)
• Basic knowledge of computer mainframe/architecture, networking, operating systems (Windows NT/XP, UNIX, Linux, AIX), and software languages (C, C++, FORTRAN).
• Strong knowledge of local & International (EASA, FAA, etc) regulations pertaining to Flight Simulation Training Devices.

What CAE Offers

• An environment where technical expertise, ownership, continuous improvement, and engineering excellence are central to success.
• Professional development and internal career progression opportunities.
• The opportunity to help build a new aviation training operation from the ground up.

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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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