Simulator Technician

About This Role

Critical Responsibilities:
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• Perform advanced troubleshooting and corrective maintenance on simulators and related 
systems.

• Conduct preventive maintenance and visual alignments to ensure simulator performance 
and compliance.

• Execute and evaluate FAA Approval Test Guide (ATG) and Qualification Test Guide (QTG) 
procedures.

• Lead and coordinate shift activities in collaboration with technical management, Group 
Leader, and Maintenance Planner & Controller.

• Assign tasks and oversee work performed by technicians during the shift.

• Provide technical training and mentorship to junior technicians.

• Support engineering teams with design changes, software enhancements, and hardware 
modifications.

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities using the maintenance management 
system.

• Ensure compliance with CAE's quality management system and safety standards.

• Deliver responsive customer service and address client needs effectively.

• Perform logistics functions including parts handling, repair coordination, and validation.

• Assist in identifying and resolving training deficiencies within the team.

• Carry out administrative and housekeeping duties to support simulator operations.

• Make operational decisions in the absence of management to ensure continuity of service.

• Pursue ongoing professional development to maintain technical expertise

Educational 
Background 4-year technical degree or equivalent related training.
Job-Related Experience

• Minimum of 5 years direct simulator experience with at 
least 3 years of relative simulator experience per assigned 
location.

• Proficiency with all types of test equipment.

• 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.

• Ability to assist the CAE SimuFlite Engineering Team with 
modifications, design changes, and software 
enhancements.

• Ability to assist with the development and delivery of 
technical training for other technicians.

• Demonstrated ability as the Technical Expert on at least 
one major simulator system (i.e. motion, visual, aircraft 
systems, etc.).

Position Type

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender indentity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by local laws.

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