ATS FLIGHT SIM TECH 3 FT ILN

Airborne Training Services; Wilmington (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Airborne Training Services is seeking a Senior Simulator Technician III to maintain and troubleshoot flight simulators and related systems in a FAA-compliant environment. The role emphasizes lead-level responsibilities, preventive and unscheduled maintenance, and acting as a technical resource for other technicians on complex avionics and simulator systems.

Applicants bring 6+ years of flight simulator maintenance experience, strong electronics skills, and the ability to guide maintenance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 6+ years of flight simulator maintenance experience, including formal military or vocational simulator training.
• Strong electronics background with hands-on troubleshooting and repair experience.
• Ability to safely operate test equipment used for system troubleshooting and repair.
• Ability to operate computers and related peripherals.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to work with tools and equipment in confined or small spaces.
• Ability to lift and handle equipment weighing up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled, preventive, and unscheduled maintenance on flight simulators and associated systems.
• Troubleshoot complex electronic and simulator system issues using diagnostic and test equipment.
• Diagnose problems, determine corrective actions, and complete repairs to return simulators to service.
• Participate in simulator design changes, modifications, and upgrades to maintain performance and compliance.
• Support FAA simulator certification and recertification activities.
• Serve as a technical resource and provide on-the-job training to assigned technicians.
• Perform lead-level functions and help coordinate maintenance activities as needed.
• Support simulator logistics, including equipment, parts, tools, and other resources to keep operations running.
• Work with team members to identify issues, resolve problems, and minimize downtime.
• Perform other duties and special projects as needed.

Skills

Electronics troubleshooting

Flight simulator maintenance

Test equipment operation

Computer operation

Mechanical aptitude

Leadership in maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic test equipment

Job description

Are you an experienced simulator technician who enjoys solving complex technical problems and working with advanced aviation technology? Join our team as a Simulator Technician III and play a critical role in keeping flight simulators safe, reliable, accurate, and ready for training.

In this senior-level role, you’ll use your strong electronics and troubleshooting skills to maintain sophisticated flight simulation systems, diagnose and repair equipment, support simulator certification, and help ensure our devices remain compliant with FAA requirements. You’ll also serve as a technical resource for other technicians and have the opportunity to take a lead role in maintenance activities and projects.

What You'll Do

Perform scheduled, preventive, and unscheduled maintenance on flight simulators and associated systems.

Troubleshoot complex electronic and simulator system issues using a variety of diagnostic and test equipment.

Diagnose problems, determine appropriate corrective actions, and complete repairs to return simulators to service.

Participate in simulator design changes, modifications, and upgrades to maintain and improve device performance and compliance.

Support FAA simulator certification and recertification activities.

Serve as a technical resource and provide on-the-job training and guidance to assigned technicians.

Perform lead-level functions and help coordinate maintenance activities as needed.

Support simulator logistics, including equipment, parts, tools, and other resources necessary to keep operations running smoothly.

Work closely with other team members to identify issues, resolve problems, and minimize simulator downtime.

Perform other duties and special projects as needed.

What You Bring

Required:

High school diploma or GED.

6+ years of flight simulator maintenance experience, including formal military or vocational simulator training.

Strong electronics background with hands-on troubleshooting and repair experience.

Ability to safely and effectively operate test equipment used for system troubleshooting and repair.

Ability to operate computers and related peripherals.

Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to work with tools and equipment in confined or small spaces.

Ability to lift and handle equipment weighing up to 75 pounds.

Preferred:

8+ years of flight simulator maintenance experience.

Experience maintaining B767 and/or B757 flight simulators.

Experience supporting simulator certification, recertification, modifications, or upgrades.

Previous experience providing technical guidance or training to other technicians.

Why This Role Matters

Flight simulators are a critical part of pilot training, and the work you do directly supports safe, reliable, and effective flight operations. This is an opportunity to bring your technical expertise to a role where your troubleshooting skills, aviation knowledge, and experience make a visible impact every day.

If you're ready to take your simulator maintenance career to the next level and become a key technical resource on a team supporting advanced flight training technology, we'd like to hear from you.

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