Simulator Technician II

CAE Inc; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel internationally

Training and development

Flexible schedules

Job summary

CAE Inc in Orlando, FL is seeking a Simulator Technician II to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on CAE and non-CAE flight simulators at the CAE Training Center. You will diagnose issues, perform tests, document activities, and support refurbishment projects in a dynamic, customer-focused environment.

The role requires hands-on troubleshooting across components and systems, reading schematics, operating test equipment, and mentoring junior technicians, with opportunities to travel

Qualifications

• Associate degree (2-year technical degree) or equivalent related technical training.
• 2 years direct simulator experience OR 4 years related experience in electronics, avionics, automated systems, computer networking, troubleshooting, or repair.
• Experience reading schematics and using electronic diagnostic tools.
• Experience operating electronic test equipment.
• Soldering and circuit board repair experience.
• Customer service orientation with attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on flight simulators and associated systems.
• Diagnose and resolve routine issues.
• Assist in diagnosing complex simulator and system-related issues.
• Perform non-aircraft-specific pre-flight and post-flight tasks on all simulators and aircraft-specific tasks where assigned.
• Perform all required visual alignments.
• Run and evaluate Qualification Test Guide (QTG) results.
• Utilize the maintenance management system to document and track maintenance activities.
• Train technicians in foundational technical skills.
• Complete all assigned 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 position.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Electronic test equipment

Soldering

Circuit board repair

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree (2-year technical degree) or equivalent related technical training

Tools

Soldering

Circuit board repair

Electronic diagnostic tools

Job description

## Simulator Technician IIApply: Orlando: Full time: Posted Today: 123506⠀ 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 in Orlando, FL.In this role, the Simulator Technician II will be expected to perform complex but standard technical tasks including preventative and corrective maintenance work in office, on site, and in the field and may execute some design work.**Description*** Perform preventive maintenance on flight simulators and associated simulator systems.* Diagnose and resolve routine issues affecting simulators and related systems.* Assist in diagnosing and resolving complex simulator and system-related issues.* Perform non-aircraft-specific pre-flight and post-flight tasks on all simulators and aircraft-specific tasks where assigned.* Perform all required visual alignments.* Run and evaluate Qualification Test Guide (QTG) results.* Utilize the maintenance management system to document and track maintenance activities.* Train technicians in foundational technical skills.* Complete all assigned 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 position.* Actively pursue ongoing professional development and technical training.**Minimum Qualifications*** Associate degree (2-year technical degree) or equivalent related technical training.* Minimum of: + 2 years of direct simulator experience; or + 4 years of related experience in electronics, avionics, automated systems, computer networking, troubleshooting, or repair.* Experience performing troubleshooting activities at both component and system levels.* Ability to read, interpret, and utilize schematics and electronic diagnostic tools.* Experience operating electronic test equipment.* Experience with soldering and circuit board repair.* Basic knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft Office applications.* Customer service orientation with strong attention to detail.**Preferred Qualifications*** Experience assisting with complex simulator maintenance and troubleshooting activities.* Experience evaluating Qualification Test Guide (QTG) results.* Experience training or mentoring technicians.* Experience using computerized maintenance management systems.* Experience supporting refurbishment projects, hardware modifications, testing, and validation activities.* Knowledge of quality management systems and compliance processes.* Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.**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 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