Simulator Technician

CAE•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

All for equipping teams to excel. At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. With 13,000+ employees in 40+ countries, we empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, and defense and security forces to perform at their best. With our increased ownership in SIMCOM Aviation Training, a leader in business and civil aviation pilot training, we’re strengthening our industry position and world-class training capabilities with a focus on innovation, safety, and sustainability. Our 320+ simulators train 137,000+ pilots annually, and for over 75 years, CAE has been driving industry innovation. Together with SIMCOM, we are shaping the future of aviation training. In this role, the Flight Simulator Technician prepares the Simulation Training Equipment for daily operation, such as performing the visual alignment and the pre / post flight. Carries out and evaluates Simulation Qualification testing (QTGs) and performs preventative maintenance for each training device, based on the published monthly schedules. Loads appropriate exercise scenarios and other tasks required to prepare for specific training sessions, while also completing Journey Logs at the start and finish of scheduled training sessions. Description Learn and perform preventive maintenance tasks on simulators and associated simulator systems. Assist in diagnosing and correcting issues on simulators and associated simulator systems. Utilize the maintenance management system to record and track maintenance activities. Complete all designated training activities. Perform pre‑flight and post‑flight tasks on designated simulators. Perform basic visual alignments. Run automatic Qualification Test Guide (QTG). Assist with refurbishment and hardware modifications. Learn and comply with the CAE quality management system. Provide customer service support and address customer needs in a timely manner. Perform housekeeping functions to maintain simulators as required. Perform logistics duties, including parts receiving, repair, testing, and validation. Perform administrative tasks as required. Perform tasks supporting the technical services group as needed.

Requirements

2‑year technical degree OR 4 years of experience in an electronic, avionic, or other technical field.
Minimum of 0–2 years of relevant experience.
Ability to work flexible shifts and adapt to changing schedules.
Ability to interpret system prints and schematics.
Proficiency operating test equipment (e.g., oscilloscope, multimeter, signal generator, logic analyzer).
Knowledge of analog and digital theory.
Computer literacy (PC and/or computer mainframe/architecture).
Proficiency in soldering and circuit board repairs.
Some knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and suite.

Responsibilities

Learn and perform preventive maintenance tasks on simulators and associated simulator systems.
Assist in diagnosing and correcting issues on simulators and associated simulator systems.
Utilize the maintenance management system to record and track maintenance activities.
Complete all designated training activities.
Perform pre‑flight and post‑flight tasks on designated simulators.
Perform basic visual alignments.
Run automatic Qualification Test Guide (QTG).
Assist with refurbishment and hardware modifications.
Learn and comply with the CAE quality management system.
Provide customer service support and address customer needs in a timely manner.
Perform housekeeping functions to maintain simulators as required.
Perform logistics duties, including parts receiving, repair, testing, and validation.
Perform administrative tasks as required.
Perform tasks supporting the technical services group as needed.