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Software Support Engineering Specialist I

CAE


Job Location:

Orlando, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 21 August 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Software Support Engineering Specialist I
Description
The Software Support Engineering Specialist I is responsible for supporting the design modification integration maintenance and qualification of software and hardware systems used in flight training devices and simulation environments. Working independently while applying established engineering standards this role evaluates system modification requirements improves simulator realism resolves technical anomalies and supports regulatory compliance activities. The incumbent translates technical requirements into workload estimates performs scope analysis and executes design implementation testing and integration activities for simulator projects.
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform software and/or hardware design activities using established engineering standards to support flight training device modification requirements.
  • Install verify test integrate and document new or modified software and hardware designs.
  • Assess software and hardware modification requirements to improve training realism and correct system discrepancies or anomalies.
  • Convert technical requirements into workload estimates based on project scope complexity and resource needs.
  • Perform scope analysis design activities implementation testing and final system integration for assigned projects.
  • Support Technical Services personnel in troubleshooting and resolving complex simulator software and hardware issues.
  • Design develop and document operational maintenance and troubleshooting procedures.
  • Install and maintain software and database updates related to navigational and Flight Management System (FMS) components.
  • Coordinate initial and recurrent qualification activities and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Manage device evaluation reports and discrepancy status reports in accordance with regulatory standards.
  • Develop maintain and present documentation required for regulatory evaluations device modifications and qualification activities.
  • Track support and verify timely resolution of discrepancies identified during regulatory evaluations.
  • Maintain Master Qualification Test Guides (MQTGs) and conduct periodic Qualification Test Guide (QTG) test runs.
  • Coordinate and manage moderately sized technical projects.
  • Provide leadership coaching guidance and mentorship to entry-level and intermediate team members.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in Engineering Aerospace or a related technical discipline; OR a two-year technical degree combined with equivalent relevant experience.
  • Between 1-3 years of experience coordinating projects and managing technical work activities.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
  • Working knowledge of UNIX Linux and/or Microsoft Windows operating systems.
  • Working knowledge of FORTRAN C/C and/or Assembly programming languages.
  • Ability to perform software and hardware technical activities with minimal supervision.
  • Effective written verbal interpersonal and presentation skills.
  • Customer-focused approach and ability to collaborate across functional teams.
  • Ability to travel occasionally (less than 10%).
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work in sustained sitting standing stooping squatting and walking positions.
  • Ability to safely climb ladders and work on equipment at heights up to 30 feet.
  • Ability to work safely in confined spaces for reasonable periods of time.
  • Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required for use of tools and equipment.
  • Ability to maintain situational awareness while working around complex machinery capable of multi-axis movement.
  • Ability to work in indoor environments with temperatures between 55F and 65F.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in aerospace engineering or a related engineering discipline.
  • Experience in flight simulation simulator systems and/or the aerospace industry preferred
  • Experience analyzing and implementing real-time flight simulation systems.
  • Experience in aerodynamics and physics.
  • Advanced project management experience.
  • Experience supporting flight training device qualification and regulatory compliance activities.
  • Experience maintaining MQTGs and conducting QTG test runs

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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.

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