Simulator Technician II & III

CAE; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Flexible schedules

Employee benefits

Job summary

CAE is seeking Simulator Technicians for our training centers in Orlando and Sanford. You will perform preventative maintenance on simulators and associated systems, diagnose routine issues, and support pre- and post-flight tasks.

The role requires reading schematics, using test equipment, basic soldering, and recording activities in the maintenance system. Some travel (less than 10%) is expected; CAE offers opportunities to work on diverse projects with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent training.
• 1 year of simulator-related experience in Electronics/avionics, Automated systems, or Computer networking repair and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting prints and schematics.
• Knowledge of analog and digital theory.
• Basic skills in operating test equipment.
• Basic soldering and circuit board repair.
• Some knowledge of PCs and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform preventive maintenance tasks on simulators and associated simulator systems.
• Assist in diagnosing and correcting routine problems on simulators and associated systems.
• Perform pre-flight and post-flight tasks on designated simulators.
• Perform basic visual alignments.
• Run automatic Qualification Test Guide (QTG).
• Utilize the maintenance management system to record and track maintenance activities.
• Complete all designated training activities.
• Assist with refurbishment and hardware modifications.
• Learn and comply with CAE's quality management system.
• Provide customer service support and address customer needs in a timely manner.
• Perform logistics duties, including parts receipt, repair, and testing/validation.
• Perform housekeeping functions to maintain simulators as required.
• Perform required administrative tasks.

Skills

Electronics/avionics

Automated systems

Networking repair

Reading schematics

Test equipment basics

PCs & MS Office

Education

2-year technical degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

CAE, is looking for Simulator Technicians for our training centers in Orlando and Sanford. In this role, you will perform preventative maintenance tasks on the simulators and associated simulator systems.

Description

• Learn and perform preventive maintenance tasks on simulators and associated simulator systems.
• Assist in diagnosing and correcting routine problems on simulators and associated systems.
• Perform pre‑flight and post‑flight tasks on designated simulators.
• Perform basic visual alignments.
• Run automatic Qualification Test Guide (QTG).
• Utilize the maintenance management system to record and track maintenance activities.
• Complete all designated training activities.
• Assist with refurbishment and hardware modifications.
• Learn and comply with CAE's quality management system.
• Provide customer service support and address customer needs in a timely manner.
• Perform logistics duties, including parts receipt, repair, and testing/validation.
• Perform housekeeping functions to maintain simulators as required.
• Perform required administrative tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2‑year technical degree or equivalent related training.
• 1 year of simulator‑related experience in one of the following:
  • Electronics/avionics
  • Automated systems
  • Computer networking repair and troubleshooting
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting prints and schematics.
• Knowledge of analog and digital theory.
• Basic skills in operating test equipment.
• Basic skills in soldering and circuit board repair.
• Some knowledge of PCs and MS Office tools and suite.
• Able to travel (less than 10%).

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

Physical Effort

• 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

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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