Simulator Technician I

CAE; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel internationally

Work from home occasionally

Multidisciplinary projects

Conferences participation

Job summary

CAE is seeking a Technical Services Maintenance Technician in Dallas to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on CAE and non-CAE flight simulators at the CAE Training Center. You will learn, diagnose, and repair simulator systems, perform pre/post-flight tasks, and document activities in the CMMS.

The role requires an Associate degree or technical training, 1 year of related experience, ability to read schematics, and basic soldering/CAD skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (2-year technical degree) or equivalent related technical training.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience related to simulator maintenance, electronics, avionics, automated systems, computer networking, or troubleshooting and repair.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, prints, and schematics.
• Knowledge of analog and digital electronic theory.
• Basic experience operating electronic test equipment.
• Basic soldering and circuit board repair skills.
• Basic knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform preventive maintenance tasks on flight simulators and associated simulator systems.
• Assist in diagnosing and resolving routine issues affecting simulators and related systems.
• Perform pre-flight and post-flight tasks on assigned simulators.
• Conduct basic visual alignments.
• Execute automatic QTG procedures.
• Use the maintenance management system to document and track maintenance activities.
• Complete all required training and development activities.
• Assist with simulator refurbishment projects and hardware modifications.
• Learn and comply with the CAE Quality Management System.
• Provide customer support and respond to customer needs in a timely manner.
• Perform logistics-related activities, including receiving parts, coordinating repairs, and conducting testing and validation.
• Maintain simulator cleanliness and housekeeping standards as required.
• Complete administrative tasks associated with the role.

Skills

Electronics troubleshooting

Schematic reading

PCB repair

IT literacy

Education

Associate degree (2-year technical degree) or equivalent

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Job description

All for equipping teams to excel.

As part of the Technical Services department within CAE's Civil Training and Services division, you will perform all preventative and corrective maintenance tasks on several CAE and non-CAE flight simulators and associated devices at the CAE Training Center.

Description

• Learn and perform preventive maintenance tasks on flight simulators and associated simulator systems.
• Assist in diagnosing and resolving routine issues affecting simulators and related systems.
• Perform pre-flight and post-flight tasks on assigned simulators.
• Conduct basic visual alignments.
• Execute automatic Qualification Test Guide (QTG) procedures.
• Use the maintenance management system to document and track maintenance activities.
• Complete all required training and development activities.
• Assist with simulator refurbishment projects and hardware modifications.
• Learn and comply with the CAE Quality Management System.
• Provide customer support and respond to customer needs in a timely manner.
• Perform logistics-related activities, including receiving parts, coordinating repairs, and conducting testing and validation.
• Maintain simulator cleanliness and housekeeping standards as required.
• Complete administrative tasks associated with the role.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree (2-year technical degree) or equivalent related technical training.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience related to simulator maintenance, electronics, avionics, automated systems, computer networking, or troubleshooting and repair.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, prints, and schematics.
• Knowledge of analog and digital electronic theory.
• Basic experience operating electronic test equipment.
• Basic soldering and circuit board repair skills.
• Basic knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Customer service orientation with the ability to support end-user needs effectively.
• Ability to work at the primary location in Dallas, Texas.
• Ability to travel up to 10% as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional experience supporting simulator systems, avionics systems, electronics maintenance, computer networking, or automated systems.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems.
• Experience performing testing, validation, or equipment refurbishment activities.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and compliance processes.

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. 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
• Constantly move into different positions, including working in confined spaces
• 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 flexible schedules
• attractive employee benefits

CAE 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.

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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