Apprentice Simulator Technician

CAE•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

In this role, the Apprentice Simulator Technician will be expected to help ensure that the in-service simulation training equipment meets the contractual availability. This position involves learning and performing operational readiness checks, preventative maintenance, loading exercise scenarios, and assisting senior engineers with maintenance and problem resolution. The apprentice will also be responsible for basic troubleshooting, housekeeping, and completing journey logs.

Requirements

Ability to gain a technical college qualification.
Basic computing hardware, software, and operating systems knowledge and experience.
Interest and ideally some experience in mechanical and electrical engineering systems.
Basic understanding and interest in aviation and aircraft systems.
PC skills (Word, Excel, etc.).
Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

Prepare simulation training equipment for daily operation using standard operational readiness checks.
Perform preventative maintenance in accordance with published schedules for each training device.
Carry out Qualification Test Guide (QTG) according to published monthly schedules for each training device.
Load appropriate exercise scenarios and other tasks required to prepare for specific training sessions.
Check reported snags, verify simulator operation, and rectify basic operational and maintenance snags.
Assist in the restoration of failed equipment or refer such failures to more qualified/experienced staff.
Perform housekeeping functions and complete journey logs at the start and finish of scheduled training sessions.
Assist other senior engineers with maintenance, problem resolution, and certification issues.
Perform tasks supporting the technical services group as needed.