Field Engineer/Cyber Analyst

CAE USA; Holloman Air Force Base (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CAE USA is seeking a qualified electronics-focused technician to maintain and repair F16 flight simulators at Holloman AFB. The role involves calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of complex simulator systems, with strict adherence to security protocols and data handling.

The ideal candidate will have a degree or technical training in electronics, plus hands-on experience with maintenance and documentation, enabling timely readiness checks and aftermarket support on high-fidelity training

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred in electronics or a two-year electronic technician resident course at an accredited technical institute and/or 4 years of military technical training and equivalent electronics maintenance experience on equipment of similar complexity.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate, install, maintain, repair, and test flight simulators, and other support equipment.
• Perform required readiness checks on flight simulation equipment and instruments.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and document malfunctions of simulators and support equipment.
• Remove and replace faulty equipment and complete maintenance data collection records.
• Assist with installation and check-out of simulator and support equipment modifications.
• Assist with general field site facility activities as required.

Skills

Electronics maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading engineering drawings

Security clearance readiness

CompTIA Security+ Certification

Education

Bachelor's Degree or 2-year electronics tech program or 4 years military training

Tools

Flight simulator equipment

Maintenance data collection records

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

Perform a variety of duties on integrated multi-computer systems, video generation and display systems, complex digital interfaces, high density cable/plug repair, software maintenance, and comprehensive troubleshooting and repair of general training device peripheral systems, in support of a F16 Flight Simulators located atHollomanAFB.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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

• Perform a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, or optical areas in support of F16 Flight Simulators Devices (ATD)locatedatHollomanAFB.
• Calibrate, install,maintain, repair, and test flight simulators, and other support equipment.
• Install changes and updates to simulators and support equipment asrequired.
• Perform required readiness checks on flight simulation equipment and instruments.
• Conduct and document preventative maintenance checksrequiredfor simulator and support equipment.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and document malfunctions of simulators and support equipment.
• Remove and replace faulty equipment and complete maintenance data collection records.
• Assistwith installation and check-out of simulator and support equipment modifications.
• Assistwith general field site facility activities asrequired.
• Work from engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions.
• Apply comprehensive knowledge to solve complex problems by interpreting manufacturers' manuals or similar documents.
• Perform required Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) tasks.
• Perform other related duties as required by a CLS Technical Representative.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred in the electronics field or a two-year electronic technician resident course at an accredited technical institute and/or 4 years of military technical training and equivalent electronics maintenance experience on equipment of similar complexity.

Security Responsibilities

Must complywith 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.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain required program access for theHollomanAFBsite.
• Mustpossesscurrent CompTIA Security+ Certification.

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

Work Environment

• Shop floor environment.
• Will be working in areas with risk of electrical shock from electronically moving mechanical parts.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladder into a simulator or airplane cockpit.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top of or under the device.
• Must be able to detect odors or hear noises, bangs, etc., or other sounds to detect problems or flaws in the functioning of simulators and its surrounding environment.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.
• Will at times be exposed to the following conditions: Cold, heat, airborne particles, loud noises.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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.

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.

Position Type

Regular

Equal Opportunity Employer

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