Simulator Technician

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**About Your Role: Simulator Technician**

As part of our Avionics group, you will join our high performing Training and Simulation team which delivers both simulation products and training services to Defence and Civil customers in Australia.

**Based at Oakey, Toowoomba region QLD, the role of the Simulator Technician **will see you working closely and collaborating with the multiple different departments and suppliers to operate and maintain the multiple simulator devices present within the facility. This is a pivotal role that partners with our key customers and stakeholders.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Operate and maintain the simulator
- Carrying out corrective maintenance and actions as required
- Maintaining tools and test equipment, and ensuring equipment is in calibration
- Maintaining records and documentation
- Acting and undertaking duties as a Self-Certifying Maintainer (SCM) when authorised
- Utilising spares and carrying out repairs to ensure that the simulator meets contracted availability requirements
- Maintaining a sound working relationship with the customer and other relevant stakeholders
- Interacting and working with management/employees to promote teamwork
- Assisting the Senior Simulator Technicians as required

**How About You?**
- Qualifications in Avionics, Electronics, Computer IT or similar fields
- Experience as a Simulator Technician or technical workshop environment
- Strong customer relationship
- Sound interpersonal skills and a good team player
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Must be able to work on a shift pattern that includes Early Morning, Afternoon and Late Shifts
- Must hold a current Drivers Licence.
- Be eligible or hold Australian Defence Security Clearance - NV1

**What you’ll get**
- Discounted Health Insurance
- Great professional development opportunities
- ThalesFlex - flexibility working is our everyday
- Family Support through our partnership with Parents at Work
- Broad range of employee discounts
- Team activities and Family days
- Great colleagues and culture
- On-site parking and canteen

**Good to Know**

Wellbeing matters at Thales, and where possible we encourage flexible working.