Senior Simulator Technician

Role and Responsibilities

As a Senior Simulator Technician, the incumbent will support all training center operations activities to provide a smooth, efficient, and high quality of service of a brand-new Training Center located in Rome, Italy.

In addition, the incumbent will strive to achieve CAE goal on providing world class flight simulator training center operations aligned with CAE’s Vision as a global training partner of choice to enhance safety, efficiency, and readiness towards all aspects of the training center operations.

General overview:

• Support all technical and operational aspect of the Flight Simulator Training Devices and Cabin Crew Training Devices as applicable.
• Attend flight crew and maintenance calls, perform daily readiness, act as the technical lead during flyouts, perform and manage scheduled preventative maintenances, as well as running and analyzing Qualification Test Guides (QTGs).
• Identify, and take the lead to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex training device issues and AOGs.
• Suggest and perform hardware design, refurbishment and modifications as deemed required.
• Identify recurring issues and work to pursue permanent solutions.
• Perform in the role of lead technical caretaker as required.
• Seek and make improvements to procedures related to various training device maintenance tasks.
• Through coaching and mentoring, provide on the job technical training to other technicians that will foster the professional development of all personnel.
• Assume the role of technical expert for multiple simulator systems. (i.e. Visual, Motion, Flt Controls, etc…)
• Support the Technical Operations Leader in the assignment of daily tasks and special projects as well providing oversight and direction for the development of a superior work force.
• Work with the specialists on complex issues that require extensive testing, troubleshooting, research, and design.
• Assure, maintain and support the FSTD operations Management System, including implementation and adopting processes and procedures as deemed required.
• Take on special projects based on the needs of the operation.

Workplace Culture / Health and Safety / Environment:

• Foster a workplace culture that is consistent and aligned with the overall organizational culture that emphasizes the mission, vision, guiding principles and values of the organization.
• Paramount importance to occupational Safety and Health in the workplace and associated metrics.
• Support compliance and environment activities aligned with CAE Management System and Global Environmental policies.

Qualifications and skill set requirements:

• Technical College Diploma or Degree in Electronics, Electrical or Aviation Field and at least 6 to 8 years of related work experience.
• Must have the rights to work within the EU.
• Excellent knowledge of the English language, read, spoken, and written. Knowledge of the Italian language would be preferable and beneficial in support of the operations.
• Highly customer oriented, with the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the customer. Must be able to deal tactfully in sensitive situations.
• Advanced working knowledge of computer mainframe/architecture, networking, operating systems, and programming languages. Ability to write code and make minor software changes.
• In depth technical background (Hardware and Software) and familiarity with FSTD technical issues, across all systems, specifically: motion, visual, avionics, dynamics of flight, aircraft systems, etc.…
• Vast knowledge of various aircraft types, including Commercial Jetliners (Airbus family).
• Advanced understanding of aircraft and training device terminology.
• Advanced understanding of Commercial Aviation training.
• In depth knowledge of local & International (EASA, ENAC, etc.) regulations, with demonstrated experience, as they pertain to FSTDs.
• Advanced computer skills with knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. With no exception.

As captured in our overarching value "One CAE", we’re proud to work as one passionate, boundaryless and inclusive team.

At CAE, all employees are welcome regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity or age.