Field Engineering Manager

CAE

About The Position

About This Role Essential Duties and Responsibilities Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Manages site operations and all personnel assigned. Coordinates and schedules activities to include hardware, software and modifications. Assigns functions to subordinates and reviews completed technical work for compliance with requirements. Collaborates with a wide variety of functional areas such as engineering, program management, marketing, manufacturing, and operations to develop and produce proposals responsive to customer needs. Monitors progress and quality of work and determines solutions to problems encountered. Answers complex technical questions escalated from team members and from government counterparts. Acts as principal liaison between assigned government Contractor Representatives (CORs) and the appropriate CAE USA Program Manager. Ensures contract compliance for all site operations and maintains good working relationships with all customers. Coordinates with program department managers/leads to ensure adequate resources and personnel are available to meet contract requirements. Manages the site quality assurance program to ensure AS: 9100 compliance. Responsible for monthly submittals of status reports to meet CDRL requirements. Attends necessary weekly, monthly, and quarterly meetings as required or directed by the Program Manager. Other duties as assigned Qualifications and Education Requirements Bachelor’s Degree preferred in the electronics field or a two-year electronic technician resident course at an accredited technical institute and/or 4 years of military technical training and equivalent electronics maintenance experience on equipment of similar complexity. Minimum 2 to 5 years of relevant experience. Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role. Work Environment Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladder into a simulator or airplane cockpit. Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top of or under the device. Must be able to detect odors or hear noises, bangs, etc., or other sounds to detect problems or flaws in the functioning of simulators and its surrounding environment. Must be able to distinguish colors. Shop floor environment. Will be working in areas with risk of electrical shock from electronically moving mechanical parts. Will at times be exposed to the following conditions: Cold, heat, airborne particles, loud noises. OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected] Position Type Regular CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted. Equal Opportunity Employer CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected]. Welcome to CAE! As a global leader in Civil Aviation and Defense & Security across 40 countries, we advance together as One CAE, fueled by thousands of passionate individuals operating in a culture where everyone can thrive. We hold ourselves accountable for building an inclusive community at every level, and our comprehensive benefits support you professionally and personally. Together, we are All For shaping a future where safety, sustainability, and inclusivity lead the way. Join us and be part of something bigger—where your impact reaches beyond CAE and helps shape the world of tomorrow. Not quite ready to apply? Join our Talent Community to stay current on the latest job opportunities, news, and events.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree preferred in the electronics field or a two-year electronic technician resident course at an accredited technical institute and/or 4 years of military technical training and equivalent electronics maintenance experience on equipment of similar complexity.
Minimum 2 to 5 years of relevant experience.
Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Responsibilities

Manages site operations and all personnel assigned.
Coordinates and schedules activities to include hardware, software and modifications.
Assigns functions to subordinates and reviews completed technical work for compliance with requirements.
Collaborates with a wide variety of functional areas such as engineering, program management, marketing, manufacturing, and operations to develop and produce proposals responsive to customer needs.
Monitors progress and quality of work and determines solutions to problems encountered.
Answers complex technical questions escalated from team members and from government counterparts.
Acts as principal liaison between assigned government Contractor Representatives (CORs) and the appropriate CAE USA Program Manager.
Ensures contract compliance for all site operations and maintains good working relationships with all customers.
Coordinates with program department managers/leads to ensure adequate resources and personnel are available to meet contract requirements.
Manages the site quality assurance program to ensure AS: 9100 compliance.
Responsible for monthly submittals of status reports to meet CDRL requirements.
Attends necessary weekly, monthly, and quarterly meetings as required or directed by the Program Manager.