Simulator Technician III
Burgess Hill - UK
Job Summary
Join CAEs Simulator Technician team based in Burgess Hill working on the most advanced simulators in the world. Due to the unrivalled range of simulators at our training centre your role will be incredibly varied giving you the opportunity to work on a wide range of the most modern simulators systems and equipment to enhance your technical knowledge.
Were continually looking to foster an environment of learning development and progression. At CAE youll gain exposure to a broad range of systems to help you develop your technical knowledge. Our team has opportunities across all levels within the function so there is a progression path available beyond this position.
In this role the Simulator Technician III will be expected to:
- Perform complex assignments in office on site field and laboratory.
- Projects may be of experimental or design nature.
- Solve a variety of complex simulator and/or aircraft systems problems.
Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Perform preventive maintenance tasks on the simulators and associated simulator systems.
- Assist in diagnosing and correcting problems on the simulators and associated simulator systems.
- Diagnose and correct complex problems on the simulators and associated simulator systems.
- Utilize maintenance management system to record and track maintenance activities.
- Train technicians in basic skills.
- Provide technical training for other technicians.
- Perform pre-flight and post flight on all simulators.
- Perform visual alignments.
- Run and evaluate required Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Approval Test Guide (ATG)/ Qualification Test Guide (QTG) tests.
- Assist Engineering Team with modifications design changes and software enhancements.
- Perform refurbishment and hardware modifications.
- Pursue knowledge and skills to enhance ability as a technical expert.
- Perform software changes to correct problems on the simulators and associated simulator systems.
- Assist Group Lead in day-to-day operation of maintenance activities.
- Learn and comply with CAE quality management system.
- Perform logistics duties including parts received repair and testing/validation.
- Perform tasks to support the technical services group as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years direct experience working on simulators
- Fluency in English
- Proficiency with software diagnostics and utilities on at least 1 type of simulator.
- Troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to perform in-depth analysis and research for hardware modifications and upgrades.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency with a wide range of test equipment.
- Proficiency with software diagnostics and utilities on at least one type of simulator.
- Ability to perform indepth analysis and research for hardware modifications and upgrades.
- Ability to support Engineering with modifications design changes and software enhancements.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and suite.
CAE offers:
- Competitive salary
- 4 on 4 off shift pattern (4 days 4 off 4 nights 4 off)
- Private health insurance
- Healthcare cash plan
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Pension scheme
- Flexible vacation policy
- Flexitime scheme
- Electric Car & Cycle to Work schemes
- Life Assurance
Location:
Innovation Dr
Burgess Hill
RH15 9TW
About us
At CAE we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company we digitalize the physical world deploying software-based simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else we empower pilots cabin crew airlines defence and security forces and healthcare practitioners to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe were everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firststhe highest-fidelity flight mission and medical simulators and training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow well make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.
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About CAE
At CAE our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years weve 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
RegularEqual Opportunity & Accommodations
CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants regardless of race nationality color religion sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation disability neurodiversity veteran status age or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are availablecontact your recruiter or email if needed.
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Required Experience:
IC
About Company
CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness. With nearly 5,000 employees, CAE USA Inc. is the largest segment within CAE's Defense and Security business unit. The organization le ... View more