About This Role

CAE is… All for equipping teams to excel.

Training Centre Operations at CAE lies at the heart of our commitment to training excellence across Civil Aviation. CAE offers a dynamic environment where your contributions to simulator repair & maintenance create a lasting impact on the future of safety and readiness worldwide.

In this role, the Flight Simulator Technician will prepare the Simulation Training Equipment for daily operation, such as performing the visual alignment and the pre / post flight. Carries out and evaluates Simulation Qualification testing (QTGs) and performs preventative maintenance for each training device, based on the published monthly schedules. Loads appropriate exercise scenarios and other tasks required to prepare for specific training sessions, while also completing Journey Logs at the start and finish of scheduled training sessions.

The role we are offering you:

• Diagnose and correct routine problems on the simulators and associated simulator systems.
• Assist in diagnosing and correcting complex problems on the simulators and associated simulator systems.
• Perform non-aircraft specific pre-flight and post-flight tasks on all simulators and aircraft-specific tasks for some.
• Perform all visual alignments.
• Run and evaluate Qualification Test Guide (QTG) results.
• Utilize maintenance management system to record and track maintenance activities.
• Train technicians in basic skills.
• Complete all designated training activities.
• Assist with refurbishment and hardware modifications.
• Learn and comply with CAE quality management system.
• Provides customer service support and address customer needs promptly.
• Perform logistics duties, including parts received, repair, and testing/validation.
• Perform housekeeping functions to maintain the simulators as required.
• Perform all administrative tasks as required.
• Actively pursue continued professional growth and training

Our ideal candidate has:

• Education & Experience Requirements
• 2-year technical degree or equivalent related training
• 3 years of related experience such as electronics/avionics, automated systems, or computer networking repair and troubleshooting.
• Simulator experience a plus
• Electronic Troubleshooting Multimeter experience
• Experience working on Legacy Devices
• Electronics Experience
• Familiar with visual background and knows how to align using the projector

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experienced in basic troubleshooting to system level on multiple types of simulators
• Experienced in the use and interpretation of diagnostics available on multiple types of simulators
• Above basic skills in the operation of test equipment
• Above basic skills in soldering and circuit board repair
• Basic knowledge of PCs and MS-Office tools and suite
• Highly motivated in customer support and attention to detail

Physical Effort:

• The physical or muscular exertion required for prolonged standing, walking, and lifting or moving objects (weighing as much as 50lbs) and the resulting fatigue brought about by these activities
• Work in sustained sitting, standing, stooping, and squatting positions. Also climbing on ladders and equipment to heights 25 to 30 feet above the floor. Ability to safely move and work on equipment in confined spaces for reasonable periods.
• The physical dexterity required in performing tasks requiring hand/eye coordination and fine motor skills.
• Have the manual dexterity, knowledge, and experience necessary to work safely and effectively with various hand tools.
• Ability to always maintain situational awareness and work safely on and around complex machinery, that is characterized by sudden, and at times violent movement in all 3 axes.
• Ability to work safely in cool interior conditions (temps between 55- and 65-degrees Fahrenheit)

CAE offers:

• an environment where your initiatives will be recognized and valued
• the opportunity to work on a variety of projects on a multidisciplinary team
• flexible schedules
• attractive employee benefits

Come share your passion with us!

About CAE

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, defense and security forces and healthcare practitioners to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight, mission and medical simulators and training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers be ready for the moments that matter.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com

All for building a safer, smarter world

Welcome to CAE! As a global leader in Civil Aviation and Defense & Security across 40 countries, we advance together as One CAE, fueled by thousands of passionate individuals operating in a culture where everyone can thrive. We hold ourselves accountable for building an inclusive community at every level, and our comprehensive benefits support you professionally and personally.

Together, we are All For shaping a future where safety, sustainability, and inclusivity lead the way. Join us and be part of something bigger—where your impact reaches beyond CAE and helps shape the world of tomorrow.

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