Simulator Technician

CAE Inc; Eagan (MN); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel internationally

Work from home occasionally

Job summary

CAE Inc in Eagan, MN is seeking a Simulator Technician to join the Technical Services team. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on CAE and non-CAE flight simulators and related devices at the CAE Training Center, ensuring readiness of equipment and accuracy of operations.

Duties include diagnosing issues, using electronic test equipment, logging activities in the CMMS, completing pre-flight and post-flight checks, supporting refurbishment projects, and assisting with logistics

Qualifications

• Associate degree (2-year technical degree) or 4 years of related experience.
• 0–2 years of relevant technical experience.
• Ability to work flexible schedules and adapt to changing shift requirements.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, system prints, and schematics.
• Proficiency in using electronic test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, logic analyzers).
• Knowledge of analog and digital electronic theory.
• Computer literacy, including familiarity with PC hardware, software.
• Proficiency in soldering and circuit board repair techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on simulators and associated systems.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and correct issues on simulators.
• Utilize CMMS to record, document, and track activities.
• Perform pre-flight and post-flight checks on designated simulators.
• Assist with simulator refurbishment projects and hardware modifications.
• Provide customer service support and respond to customer needs promptly.
• Support logistics activities, including receiving parts and testing.
• Maintain simulator readiness and cleanliness.

Skills

English communication

Schematic interpretation

Electronic theory

Soldering skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree or 4 years of related experience

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Signal generators

Logic analyzers

PC hardware

Job description

## Simulator TechnicianApply: Eagan: Full time: Posted Today: 123708All for equipping teams to excel.As part of the Technical Services department within CAE’s Civil Training and Services division, perform all preventative and corrective maintenance tasks on several CAE and non-CAE flight simulators and associated devices at the CAE Training Center. If this sounds like an amazing opportunity for you, *Our Doors are Open* (watch here): desktop | mobileThe incumbent will support the following roles and responsibilities: **Description*** Perform routine technical tasks in a simulator, laboratory, office, plant, or field environment.* Receive training in the various phases of laboratory, office, plant, and field technical work.* Learn and perform preventive maintenance activities on simulators and associated simulator systems.* Assist in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and correcting issues on simulators and associated simulator systems.* Utilize the maintenance management system to record, document, and track maintenance activities.* Complete all assigned training and development activities.* Perform pre-flight and post-flight checks on designated simulators.* Conduct basic visual alignments.* Execute automated Qualification Test Guide (QTG) procedures.* Assist with simulator refurbishment projects and hardware modifications.* Learn and comply with the organization’s Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.* Provide customer service support and respond to customer needs in a timely manner.* Perform housekeeping activities necessary to maintain simulator readiness and cleanliness.* Support logistics activities, including receiving parts, coordinating repairs, and conducting testing and validation.* Complete administrative tasks as assigned.* Provide operational support to the Technical Services team as required. **Minimum Qualifications*** Associate degree (2-year technical degree) in a technical discipline, or 4 years of experience in an electronics, avionics, or related technical field.* 0-2 years of relevant technical experience.* Ability to work flexible schedules and adapt to changing shift requirements.* Ability to interpret technical drawings, system prints, and schematics.* Proficiency in using electronic test equipment, including oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, and logic analyzers.* Knowledge of analog and digital electronic theory.* Computer literacy, including familiarity with PC hardware, software, and computer system architecture.* Proficiency in soldering and circuit board repair techniques.* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.* Ability to communicate effectively in English. **Preferred Qualifications*** Experience supporting simulation, training, aviation, electronics, or technical equipment environments.* Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).* Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a technical environment.* Experience performing preventative maintenance and equipment testin **Physical Efforts:**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. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Below is a nonexclusive list and may be updated at any time.* Constantly ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and poles* Occasionally, remain in stationary positions* Constantly adjust or move objects up to 30 pounds* Constantly communicating with others to exchange information* Constantly perform repetitive motions involving wrists, hands, or fingers **Benefits*** an environment where your initiatives will be recognized and valued* the opportunity to travel internationally* the opportunity to work on a variety of projects on a multidisciplinary team* the opportunity to represent the organization at external conventions and conferences* the possibility to work from home occasionally flexible schedules* attractive employee benefitsCAE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [e-mail]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.E-VerifyAs a Federal Contractor, CAE is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for the EEO is the Law Poster: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated\\_files/employers/poster\\_screen\\_reader\\_optimized.pdf#LI-VM1