Simulator Technicians I-IV

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

Benefits offered by this job

The opportunity to travel internationally

Flexible schedules

Attractive employee benefits

Job summary

A leading aviation training provider in Texas is looking for a technician to provide realtime support for flight simulators. The role involves preparing simulators, performing maintenance, diagnosing issues, and logging all work. Candidates should have a DEC in a relevant field, experience with software modification, and excellent communication skills in both French and English. Knowledge of Windows, Unix, C, and C++ is critical. Flexible schedules and employee benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Related experience in software and electronic modification/manipulation.
• Familiarity with basic electronic theory and principles.
• Understanding of hardware/software interactions as they relate to aviation simulation.

Responsibilities

• Provide realtime phone support to address technical issues on training center flight simulators.
• Prepare the simulator for customer training, including performing preflight tests.
• Execute recurring scheduled preventive maintenance tasks.
• Diagnose and resolve complex simulator deficiencies in a timely manner.
• Log all work regularly in a CMMS.

Skills

Knowledge of Windows

Knowledge of Unix

Knowledge of C

Knowledge of C++

Excellent communication skills in French and English

Education

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

Tools

Electronic testing equipment

Job description

Locations: Dallas TX, Las Vegas NV, Eagan MN, Sanford FL, Orlando FL, Phoenix, AZ, Montreal Canada, Ontario Canada

Responsibilities

• Provide realtime phone support to address technical issues on training center flight simulators.
• Prepare the simulator for customer training, including performing preflight 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 electromechanical 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 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 conferences.
• The possibility to work from home occasionally with flexible schedules.
• Attractive employee benefits.

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