Simulator Technician

CAE Simuflite; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Employee benefits

International travel opportunities

Job summary

CAE Simuflite in Orlando, Florida is seeking a technician to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on flight simulators. The role includes providing phone support for technical issues and executing scheduled maintenance tasks.

Applicants should have a DEC in Electronics or related fields, with strong skills in software modification, and communication skills in both French and English. The position offers various opportunities for growth and attractive employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Related experience in software and electronic modification/manipulation.
• Familiarity with basic electronic theory and principles.
• Aeronautical knowledge including avionics and aircraft systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide realtime phone support for technical issues.
• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance tasks.
• Diagnose and resolve simulator deficiencies.

Skills

Knowledge of Windows

Knowledge of Unix

C programming

C++ programming

Scripting languages

Excellent communication skills in French and English

Education

DEC in Electronic, Computer Science, or Aircraft Maintenance

Tools

Electronic testing equipment

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide realtime phone support to address technical issues on training center flight simulators.
• Prepare the simulator for customer training, including performing preflight tests.
• Execute recurring scheduled preventive maintenance tasks.
• Perform aircraft validation tests (QTG) and create/restore system/computer disk backups.
• Diagnose and resolve complex simulator deficiencies in a timely manner.
• Identify and replace defective simulator components.
• Validate snag fixes directly on the simulator device.
• Maintain and document configuration control of both software and hardware elements.
• Work within C/Unix and Windows environments to step through code modules, identify root causes, and propose strong leads and hypotheses for resolution.
• Read and interpret electrical and electromechanical drawings and design documents.
• Define technical problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Apply aircraft/systems knowledge to execute hand‑on fixes on Full Flight Simulators.
• Log all work regularly, objectively, and formally in a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
• Update technical documentation and procedures when required.
• Participate in technical training courses and on‑the‑job learning.
• Lead and execute projects to improve and ensure smooth operations of the training center.

Minimum Qualifications

• DEC in Electronic, Computer Science, Aircraft Maintenance, or equivalent.
• Related experience in software and electronic modification/manipulation.
• Knowledge of Windows, Unix, C, C++, and scripting languages.
• Familiarity with basic electronic theory, principles, and electronic testing equipment.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in French and English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of CAE software and applications (CAELIB, STARTEAM, visual systems, SIM XXI architecture).
• Understanding of hardware/software interactions as they relate to aviation simulation.
• Aeronautical knowledge, including avionics, flight dynamics, aircraft systems, and simulated systems experience.

Physical Efforts

• 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 communicate 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 with flexible schedules.
• Attractive employee benefits.

Position Type

Regular

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