Field Engineer Shift Lead

CAE USA; Ozark (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Safe work environment

Career development opportunities

Recognition and advancement

Job summary

CAE USA Inc. is seeking an experienced Electronics Technician, Maintenance III to supervise the maintenance, repair, installation and operation of diverse training equipment supporting aviation and defense missions.

The role requires advanced diagnostics, use of test equipment, and expertise with complex simulation and display systems. CAE offers competitive benefits, a safety-first environment, and opportunities for professional development within a global defense leader.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years simulator or aircraft maintenance experience.
• Must possess, obtain, and maintain CompTIA Security+ Certification.
• Experience with large-scale integration, simulation, loading systems, visual display systems, and enterprise networks.

Responsibilities

• Supervise simulator maintenance, repair, installation and operation of diverse training equipment.
• Provide technical guidance to technicians and ensure on-site OSHA safety compliance.
• Lead maintenance activities, evaluate performance, and coordinate with site/program management.
• Limited travel may be required.

Skills

Electronics

Maintenance planning

Supervision

Education

CompTIA Security+ Certification

Tools

D/A integration

ARINC 429 data bus

HLA/PCIG

Test equipment (DMM/oscilloscope)

Job description

As part of our Manufacturing team, you'll bring innovation to life, transforming visionary designs into world‑class training solutions. You'll play a key role in assembling, refining, and delivering products that support aviation and defence missions worldwide. Every detail you shape contributes to safety, precision, and performance.

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

Supervises simulator maintenance, repair, installation, and operation of various types of electronic and electromechanical equipment and related devices such as simulated electronic transmitting and receiving devices: micro-, mini-, and mainframe computers, terminals, and peripheral equipment; industrial, measuring, and controlling equipment; video and optical equipment, and motion actuators. Applies technical knowledge of electronic principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment operations through performance of organizational, intermediate, and preventive maintenance actions.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

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

• Work typically requires a detailed understanding of the inter-relationships of circuits. Exercises independent judgement in supervising the performance of such tasks as making circuit analyses, calculating waveforms, and tracing relationships in signal flow. Supervises the use of various test equipment, such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, special test equipment , and complex test instruments such as, time domain reflectometers, and complex computer control equipment.
• Supervises and operates, instructor Operator Stations and Debrief Room in support of maintenance, troubleshooting and aviator training. Generates performance evaluations of subordinate personnel assigned to his or her shift of responsibility. Recommends approval or disapproval of vacation requests to the site manager. May have to participate in meetings in support of technical matters as directed by the Site or Program Manager.
• Expected to provide technical guidance to technicians. Responsible for those duties as specified in the Maintenance , Quality, Safety, and other CAE Simulation and Training Programs. Performs other related and collateral duties supervising unionized employees as required. Supervises on-site compliance with OSHA and safety requirements.
• Limited travel may be required.

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years simulator or aircraft maintenance experience.
• Meet all skill requirements for an Electronics Technician, Maintenance III and have a broad simulator system level knowledge combined with specialized training in visual, computer or display disciplines.
• Have demonstrated competence through satisfactory progressive performance in electronic maintenance.
• Must possess, obtain, and maintain a CompTIA Security+ Certification.
• Requires demonstrated experience to include large scale, complex D/A integration; simulation; loading systems, visual display systems, PCIG HLA, and enterprise network (SW/HW/ Ethernet / firewire cabling ARINC 429 data bus) or equivalent.
• Must possess the ability to prioritize, direct, and coordinate the assigned technicians and perform all normal duties of an electronics technician, maintenance III.

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.

Work Environment

The working environment is one of a large industrial area and shared office spaces. Workspace hazards include but are not limited to: Loud noises, mechanical operations, high-voltage electrical systems, fall, tripping, slipping hazards, as well as elevated and or confined working spaces. Limited handling and disposition of hazardous material will be required.

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 lift at least 40 pounds over head.
• Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladder into simulator cockpit.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top or under 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.

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.

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

CAE 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.

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