Flight Simulator Technician I - Hands-on Aircraft Systems

Cirrus Aircraft; Benford Heights Addition (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Career development

Job summary

Cirrus Aircraft is seeking a Flight Simulator Technician to maintain and repair Cirrus Flight Simulation Training Devices (FSTD) including FFS, FTD, and AATD per Part 60/CS-FSTD(A). You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, follow SQMS and CMS policies, and interface with customers and instructors to resolve performance issues.

You will also assist with installation, testing, and documentation, ensuring devices are ready for training at scheduled times and that equipment status is

Qualifications

• AS Degree or above in Electronics, Avionics, A&P Certificate, Computer science, engineering or similar technical discipline is required.
• Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• 3 years of equivalent experience in flight simulator maintenance or related field.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance following schedules and procedures.
• Performs corrective maintenance with basic troubleshooting under guidance from senior technicians.
• Operates diagnostics and testing tools and evaluates results.
• Maintains inventory records and ensures documentation is up to date.
• Interfaces with Cirrus customers and instructors to resolve issues.
• Ensures training devices are ready for scheduled training with correct software/hardware configurations.
• Documents all maintenance actions in records systems and reports as required.
• Willing to work varied shifts, including weekends, nights, and holidays.

Education

AS Degree or above in Electronics/Avionics/A&P/Computer science/Engineering

Bachelor's degree preferred

3 years of equivalent experience

Job description

Cirrus Aircraft is seeking a Flight Simulator Technician to maintain and repair Cirrus Flight Simulation Training Devices (FSTD) including FFS, FTD, and AATD per Part 60/CS-FSTD(A). You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, follow SQMS and CMS policies, and interface with customers and instructors to resolve performance issues.

You will also assist with installation, testing, and documentation, ensuring devices are ready for training at scheduled times and that equipment status is