Simulator Technician I

CAE; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Work-from-home occasionally

Competitive benefits

Job summary

CAE is seeking a hands-on technician to maintain and repair flight simulators at the Savannah Training Center. You will support real-time issues, perform preventive maintenance, and prepare units for customer sessions, ensuring accurate backups and system integrity.

The role requires working in Windows/Unix environments, reading schematics, and applying aviation knowledge to fix complex issues, with documentation updates and occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 0–2 years of relevant experience in technical support or maintenance.
• Ability to interpret system prints and schematics.
• Proficiency with test equipment and repair tools.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time phone support for training center simulators.
• Prepare simulators for customer training and pre-flight tests.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks.
• Diagnose and resolve simulator deficiencies promptly.
• Log work in CMMS and update documentation.
• Work on Windows, Unix, and C environments to troubleshoot.
• Lead small projects to improve training center operations.

Skills

Flight simulators

Diagnostics

CMMS

Soldering

Windows

Unix

English

Tools

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Signal generator

Logic analyzer

Job description

All 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 | mobile

The incumbent will support the following roles and responsibilities:

Description

• 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

• Minimum of 0 to 2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work flexible shifts and to adapt to changing work schedules.
• Ability to interpret system prints and schematics.
• Proficiency in operating test equipment (oscilloscope, multi-meter, signal generator, logic analyzer, etc.).
• Knowledge in analog and digital theory.
• Computer literate (PC and/or computer mainframe/architecture).
• Proficiency in soldering and circuit board repairs.
• Some Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and suite.
• Fluency in 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:

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 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

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