Software Support Engineering Specialist I

CAE USA; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CAE USA in Orlando, FL, invites applications for a Software Support Engineering Specialist I to support design, modification, integration, and qualification of software/hardware for flight training devices and simulators. You will translate requirements into work plans and execute design, testing, and system integration with established engineering standards.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong communication, and collaboration across teams to resolve complex simulator issues and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Aerospace or related technical field, or a two-year technical degree with equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of experience coordinating projects and managing technical work activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Working knowledge of UNIX, Linux, and/or Microsoft Windows operating systems.
• Experience with FORTRAN, C/C++, and/or Assembly programming languages.
• Willingness to travel occasionally (less than 10%).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate software and hardware design activities to support flight training device modifications.
• Install, verify, test, integrate, and document new or modified software and hardware designs.
• Assess modification requirements to improve realism and resolve anomalies.
• Translate requirements into workload estimates based on scope and resources.
• Perform scope analysis and lead design, implementation, testing, and integration.
• Support technical services in troubleshooting simulator issues.
• Develop and document maintenance and troubleshooting procedures.
• Coordinate qualification activities and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain project documentation and regulatory evaluation reports.
• Lead moderately sized projects and mentor junior staff.

Skills

MS Office

UNIX/Linux

FORTRAN

C/C++

Assembly

Travel <10%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Aerospace, or related technical discipline

Two-year technical degree with equivalent experience

Job description

The Software Support Engineering Specialist I is responsible for supporting the design, modification, integration, maintenance, and qualification of software and hardware systems used in flight training devices and simulation environments. Working independently while applying established engineering standards, this role evaluates system modification requirements, improves simulator realism, resolves technical anomalies, and supports regulatory compliance activities. The incumbent translates technical requirements into workload estimates, performs scope analysis, and executes design, implementation, testing, and integration activities for simulator projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform software and/or hardware design activities using established engineering standards to support flight training device modification requirements.
• Install, verify, test, integrate, and document new or modified software and hardware designs.
• Assess software and hardware modification requirements to improve training realism and correct system discrepancies or anomalies.
• Convert technical requirements into workload estimates based on project scope, complexity, and resource needs.
• Perform scope analysis, design activities, implementation, testing, and final system integration for assigned projects.
• Support Technical Services personnel in troubleshooting and resolving complex simulator software and hardware issues.
• Design, develop, and document operational, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Install and maintain software and database updates related to navigational and Flight Management System (FMS) components.
• Coordinate initial and recurrent qualification activities and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Manage device evaluation reports and discrepancy status reports in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Develop, maintain, and present documentation required for regulatory evaluations, device modifications, and qualification activities.
• Track, support, and verify timely resolution of discrepancies identified during regulatory evaluations.
• Maintain Master Qualification Test Guides (MQTGs) and conduct periodic Qualification Test Guide (QTG) test runs.
• Coordinate and manage moderately sized technical projects.
• Provide leadership, coaching, guidance, and mentorship to entry-level and intermediate team members.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Aerospace, or a related technical discipline; OR a two-year technical degree combined with equivalent relevant experience.
• Between 1-3 years of experience coordinating projects and managing technical work activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Working knowledge of UNIX, Linux, and/or Microsoft Windows operating systems.
• Working knowledge of FORTRAN, C/C++, and/or Assembly programming languages.
• Ability to perform software and hardware technical activities with minimal supervision.
• Effective written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Customer-focused approach and ability to collaborate across functional teams.
• Ability to travel occasionally (less than 10%).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in sustained sitting, standing, stooping, squatting, and walking positions.
• Ability to safely climb ladders and work on equipment at heights up to 30 feet.
• Ability to work safely in confined spaces for reasonable periods of time.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required for use of tools and equipment.
• Ability to maintain situational awareness while working around complex machinery capable of multi-axis movement.
• Ability to work in indoor environments with temperatures between 55 F and 65 F.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience in flight simulation, simulator systems, and/or the aerospace industry preferred
• Experience analyzing and implementing real-time flight simulation systems.
• Experience in aerodynamics and physics.
• Advanced project management experience.
• Experience supporting flight training device qualification and regulatory compliance activities.
• Experience maintaining MQTGs and conducting QTG test runs

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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