CH47 F Flight Engineer

CAE Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Work-life balance promotion

Safe and respectful work environment

Career development and advancement

Job summary

CAE USA Inc. seeks a Non-rated Crew Member Flight Engineer to monitor CH-47F systems and diagnose faults. You will support Army Advanced Helicopter Flight Training at Fort Rucker, Alabama, working day and night shifts with multinational students.

Responsibilities include pre/post-flight briefings, logbook entries, and maintaining safety and readiness. The position requires prior FE designation, 5+ years in a non-rated role, and DoD clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• Flight engineers must have 5+ years as a non-rated crewmember and have been designated as a FE.
• Previous designation as a CH-47 Flight Engineer is required.
• Operational military experience in the CH-47F aircraft.
• Must be able to work overtime and be willing to work any shift.
• Graduate of an Army NRCM Flight Instructor / Standardization Instructor Course.

Responsibilities

• Monitor aircraft systems, diagnose and eliminate problems, and record maintenance faults.
• Conduct pre-flight and in-flight briefings and post-flight reviews.
• Perform logbook write ups and maintenance as required.

Skills

CH-47 Flight Engineer

Military flight experience

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Overtime flexibility

Shift flexibility

Army NRCM Flight Instructor Course

Job description

Who We Are

CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers’ training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.

CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.

CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance


• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe


• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions


• Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

Summary

Non-rated Crew Member Flight Engineers are responsible for monitoring the aircraft systems, diagnose and eliminate any problems that may arise, and ensure that all maintenance faults have been recorded and properly corrected. These duties will be performed day and night as well as under VMC and IMC. This position supports the Army Advanced Helicopter Flight Training program conducted at Fort Rucker, Alabama and includes both US Army students as well as a contingent of multinational students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible for monitoring the aircraft systems, diagnosing and eliminating any problems that may arise, and ensuring that all maintenance faults have been recorded and properly corrected.


• Conduct pre-flight and in-flight briefings, and post-flight After Action Reviews.


• Conducts logbook write ups and maintenance as required.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Previous designation as a CH-47 Flight Engineer.


• Flight Engineers (FE) must have 5+ years as a non-rated crewmember and have been previously designated as a FE in the aircraft.


• Operational military experience in the CH-47F aircraft.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.


• Must be able to work overtime as required.


• Must be willing to work any shift or day of the week as required.


• Flight Engineers shall be a graduate of an Army approved NRCM Flight Instructor / Standardization Instructor Course.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Able to maintain the current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) third-class Medical Certificate or, if a member of the National Guard or Reserves, an Army 2992 FFD.

Security Responsibilities

• Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures.


• Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form.


• Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know.


• Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval.


• All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.


• Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.


• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Work Environment

• Duties performed in a CH47F Aircraft, in the field.


• Must be able to work overtime on and off-shifts as required.

Physical Demands

Able to lift a CH47F Sling Load set. (50+) pounds

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.

CA E is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success.

Applicants needing reasonable accommodations

Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].

Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].

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.

As a global leader in Civil Aviation and Defense & Security across 40 countries, we advance together as One CAE, fueled by thousands of passionate individuals operating in a culture where everyone can thrive. We hold ourselves accountable for building an inclusive community at every level, and our comprehensive benefits support you professionally and personally. Together, we are All For shaping a future where safety, sustainability, and inclusivity lead the way.

Position Type

Regular

Data Privacy

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Welcome to CAE!

Welcome to CAE! As a global leader in Civil Aviation and Defense & Security across 40 countries, we advance together as One CAE, fueled by thousands of passionate individuals operating in a culture where everyone can thrive.