Simulator MX Technician I

Flight Safety International • Milton, FL

386d

About The Position

The Simulator Maintenance Technician I is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of aircrew training devices, including various trainers and simulators. This role involves applying technical knowledge to solve routine technical tasks, following maintenance manuals, and ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures. The technician will receive training and guidance from higher-level technicians and will document maintenance activities accurately.

Requirements

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must have completed a civilian or military Electronics Principles course.
• An Associate's Degree in an electronics field or completion of VoTech Simulator Maintenance Programs is highly desirable.
• One to three years of experience as a flight simulator technician, or equivalent in nature, is desired.
• Experience with aviation / avionics systems is highly desirable.
• Possess a working knowledge of electrical and mechanical theory.
• Possess a working knowledge of operating principles of digital and analog computers.
• Possess a working knowledge of component level testing and repair of circuit boards, instruments, and other aircrew training system (ATS) field replaceable units.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot complex and non-routine problems.
• Demonstrate the ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Demonstrate the ability to interface with the customer and staff effectively.
• Demonstrate the ability to use a variety of common and specialized test equipment and tools.

Responsibilities

• Apply working technical/non-technical knowledge to perform simple or routine tasks in support of work on various devices, while following detailed instructions.
• Receive technical guidance from supervisors and higher-level technicians as required.
• Localize and replace defective parts in electronic circuits.
• Use block, wiring, and schematic diagrams to trace basic circuits.
• Maintain required documentation of maintenance activities.
• Monitor and track the repair status of inoperative equipment and document maintenance activities utilizing the logistics management data base system.
• Document maintenance activities including work order generation and updates, repair action documentation, and inventory management.
• Conduct voice communications on phone, inter-phone, and radio circuits.
• Maintain exceptional standards of instruction, knowledge levels, capabilities, and expertise.
• Provide networking and information systems support on training devices and networks.
• Learn device requirements, system design standards, tools, and procedures.
• Implement basic modifications to existing simulators.
• Assist the lead technician with collateral duties such as supply, inventory control, and administrative procedures.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of discrepancy reports.
• Provide support to Quality Assurance function in support of the Company quality assurance plan.
• Travel as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED