Simulator Technician I

CAE Inc; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Attractive employee benefits

Opportunity to travel internationally

Possibility to work from home occasionally

Job summary

CAE Inc, located in Orlando, Florida, is looking for a skilled individual to join their Technical Services department. The role involves performing maintenance on flight simulators and supporting technical issues. The ideal candidate will have a DEC in a relevant field, experience in software modification, and strong communication skills in both French and English.

Opportunities for international travel and flexible schedules are part of the benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in software and electronic modification.
• Familiarity with electronic theory and testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time phone support for technical issues.
• Prepare sim for customer training including pre-flight tests.
• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance tasks.
• Validate snag fixes directly on the simulator.
• Work with C/Unix and Windows to diagnose issues.

Skills

Knowledge of Windows

Knowledge of Unix

C

C++

Scripting languages

Excellent communication skills in French

Excellent communication skills in English

Education

DEC in Electronic, Computer Science, Aircraft Maintenance, or equivalent

Job description

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 Orlando Hanger Blvd Training Center.

Responsibilities

• Provide real‑time phone support to address technical issues on training center flight simulators.
• Prepare the simulator for customer training, including performing pre‑flight 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 electro‑mechanical drawings and design documents.
• Define technical problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Apply aircraft/systems knowledge to execute hands‑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.
• Flexible schedules.
• Attractive employee benefits.

Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement

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. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact the recruiter during the recruitment process. CAE will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf.

Other Information

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