Simulator Technician

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As part of the Technical Services department within CAE’s Civil Training and Services division, perform all preventative and corrective maintenance tasks on several CAE and non-CAE flight simulators and associated devices at the CAE Training Center. If this sounds like an amazing opportunity for you, Our Doors are Open (watch here): desktop | mobile

The incumbent will support the following roles and responsibilities:

Description

- Perform routine technical tasks in a simulator, laboratory, office, plant, or field environment.
- Receive training in the various phases of laboratory, office, plant, and field technical work.
- Learn and perform preventive maintenance activities on simulators and associated simulator systems.
- Assist in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and correcting issues on simulators and associated simulator systems.
- Utilize the maintenance management system to record, document, and track maintenance activities.
- Complete all assigned training and development activities.
- Perform pre-flight and post-flight checks on designated simulators.
- Conduct basic visual alignments.
- Execute automated Qualification Test Guide (QTG) procedures.
- Assist with simulator refurbishment projects and hardware modifications.
- Learn and comply with the organization’s Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
- Provide customer service support and respond to customer needs in a timely manner.
- Perform housekeeping activities necessary to maintain simulator readiness and cleanliness.
- Support logistics activities, including receiving parts, coordinating repairs, and conducting testing and validation.
- Complete administrative tasks as assigned.
- Provide operational support to the Technical Services team as required.

Minimum Qualifications

- Associate degree (2-year technical degree) in a technical discipline, or 4 years of experience in an electronics, avionics, or related technical field.
- 0-2 years of relevant technical experience.
- Ability to work flexible schedules and adapt to changing shift requirements.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, system prints, and schematics.
- Proficiency in using electronic test equipment, including oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, and logic analyzers.
- Knowledge of analog and digital electronic theory.
- Computer literacy, including familiarity with PC hardware, software, and computer system architecture.
- Proficiency in soldering and circuit board repair techniques.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience supporting simulation, training, aviation, electronics, or technical equipment environments.
- Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a technical environment.
- Experience performing preventative maintenance and equipment testin

Physical Efforts:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Below is a nonexclusive list and may be updated at any time.

- Constantly ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and poles

- Occasionally, remain in stationary positions

- Constantly adjust or move objects up to 30 pounds

- Constantly communicating with others to exchange information

- Constantly perform repetitive motions involving wrists, hands, or fingers

Benefits

- an environment where your initiatives will be recognized and valued
- the opportunity to travel internationally
- the opportunity to work on a variety of projects on a multidisciplinary team
- the opportunity to represent the organization at external conventions and conferences
- the possibility to work from home occasionally flexible schedules
- attractive employee benefits

CAE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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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

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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] .

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