Simulator Technician

The Opportunity

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking Simulator Technicians to join the Training System Support team at RAAF Edinburgh, South Australia. Our team is currently hiring entry to intermediate level experience level technicians who have relevant industry experience to provide maintenance support services for the RAAF P-8A Training Devices.

As a Simulator Technician within BDA, you will provide technical maintenance support for the RAAF P-8A Training Devices including Operation Flight Trainers, Weapons Tactics Trainers, Part Task Trainers and Maintenance Trainers. Supporting this critical equipment will require you to:

• Conduct corrective and preventative maintenance tasks on simulated training devices including mechanical, electrical / electronic systems, sub-systems, and associated IT infrastructure and their peripherals.
• Repair, test, install, configure, upgrade and assist in the modification of simulators and training components, devices, hardware and software.
• Perform daily device readiness activities including system startup and configuration to meet the training schedule.
• Troubleshoot system faults on training device and computer-based server equipment, isolate mechanical or electrical faults, repair faulty components
• Interpret system schematics and conduct parts identification.
• Conduct functional tests of training equipment and monitor training device performance to ensure maximum device availability for customer training.
• Assist and provide SME advice to engineers.
• Perform logistical, administrative, and other supporting duties as necessary to maintain the training devices.

The selected candidate will be required to work 100% onsite at the Integrated Training Centre, RAAF Edinburgh, South Australia on a rotating 3 shift roster, providing technical support to training devices.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Demonstrated experience in technical maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical or electronic equipment (or similar).
• 3+ years of industry experience in aircraft avionics, electrical / electronic industries, computer information systems, visual display systems or simulation systems.
• Proficient in basic system administration of Windows operating systems.

Highly Desired Skills/Experience:

• Experience in aircraft simulator maintenance, including motion and control loading systems, host / interface systems, visual display systems, audio communication systems.
• Basic system administration and networking experience - Windows and Linux / RedHat OS desirable.
• Experience interpreting training schedules and communicating with end-users to ensure the device configuration and serviceability status meets customer training requirements.
• Vocational trade qualification in Simulator Maintenance, Aeroskills (Avionics), Electronics and Communications, or equivalent.

This position requires the applicant to hold, or able obtain a Defence NV1 level security clearance.

What's on offer?

Boeing's success depends on developing and retaining top talent by creating an inclusive work environment where every teammate can perform at their best.

Our teammates are guided by a set of values and behaviours that define how we work together to fulfill the company's mission to protect, connect and explore our world and beyond:

• Safety & Quality: We prioritise safety and quality at every step, and take responsibility for our important mission.
• Trust: Become part of a team that builds lasting trust through integrity, transparency, and a commitment to customer priorities.
• People Focus: Experience a supportive culture where collaboration and respect empower us to achieve our shared mission together.
• Ownership: Embrace accountability and take pride in your work as we strive for excellence in delivering outstanding products and services.
• Innovation: Transform challenges into opportunities with your curiosity and creativity as we shape the future of aerospace.

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