Apprentice Simulator Maintenance Technician

ATP Flight School; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage starting day one

Dental/Vision/Life Insurance starting 

401(k) Enrollment (Employer)

Job summary

ATP Flight School is seeking an Apprentice Simulator Maintenance Technician to support maintenance, repair, and operation of flight simulators and training equipment in Mesa, AZ. This entry-level role emphasizes learning and applying procedures under direction.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting hardware/software, calibrating avionics lab gear, documenting actions, and coordinating with senior technicians. The position offers growth through hands-on training and exposure to FAA evaluations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to follow technical procedures and written instructions.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts including evenings and weekends.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance on simulator hardware and software.
• Assist with calibrating avionics lab equipment and training aids.
• Document maintenance actions and keep records.
• Support FAA evaluations and inspections as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Flexible schedule

Following procedures

Learning ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Servers

Networking gear

LMS

Job description

About Us

ATP is the nation's largest flight school, providing students with the most efficient path to a successful airline pilot career. For over 40 years, ATP has been the leader in professional flight training and supplying pilots to regional and major airlines.

The Role:

The ATP Apprentice Simulator Maintenance Technician is an entry-level, developmental technical position responsible for supporting the maintenance, repair, and operation of flight simulators, simulator training equipment, and training center IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities:

• Perform basic troubleshooting and corrective maintenance on simulator hardware, software, avionics interfaces, and related subsystems when the issue is within established procedures and the Apprentice's demonstrated competency.
• Assist the Simulator Maintenance Technician with troubleshooting of complex, intermittent, recurring, or cross-system discrepancies and develop proficiency in advanced diagnostic techniques.
• Perform qualified maintenance and repair activities within established procedures and assigned authority; verify completed work using approved checks or procedures.
• Assist with maintaining, calibrating, and repairing avionics lab equipment, including navigation/communication simulators, instrument panels, avionics test benches, and integrated training aids, as assigned and within demonstrated competency.
• Assist with basic support and troubleshooting of training center IT equipment, including servers, networking gear, workstations, VILT virtual training classrooms, learning management systems (LMS), audio/video systems for debriefs, and cybersecurity measures for simulation environments, under established procedures and appropriate technical direction.
• Document assigned maintenance actions, discrepancies, troubleshooting steps, corrective actions, and resolutions in accordance with established recordkeeping processes.
• Report and track assigned maintenance discrepancies and provide timely updates regarding work status, findings, and unresolved issues.
• Assist with FAA evaluations, recurrent qualifications, special emphasis inspections, and company-conducted performance checks; prepare devices and provide technical support as assigned and under appropriate technical direction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, or on-call.
• Ability to follow technical procedures and written instructions.
• Ability to recognize and communicate condition requiring escalations.
  
• Demonstrate ability to learn technical systems, tools, procedures, and maintenance practices.
  

Benefits:

ATP offers a comprehensive employee benefits program, including:

• Starting pay commensurate with experience
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Medical coverage (Starting day one!)
• Dental/Vision/Life Insurance (Starting day one!)
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Enrollment (100% Vested with no employer contributions)
• 8 Paid Holidays (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day)
• 13 Paid Time Off Days per Year (PTO is earned on an accrual-basis)

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to talk, hear, see, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms, lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

ATP is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.