Simulator Technician

About This Role

At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. With 13,000+ employees in 40+ countries, we empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, and defense and security forces to perform at their best.

With our increased ownership in SIMCOM Aviation Training, a leader in business and civil aviation pilot training, we’re strengthening our industry position and world‑class training capabilities with a focus on innovation, safety, and sustainability.

Our 320+ simulators train 137,000+ pilots annually, and for over 75 years, CAE has been driving industry innovation. Together with SIMCOM, we are shaping the future of aviation training.

In this role, the Flight Simulator Technician I prepares 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.

• Learn and perform preventive maintenance tasks on the simulators and associated simulator systems.
• Assist in diagnosing and correcting problems on the simulators and associated simulator systems.
• Utilize maintenance management system to record and track maintenance activities.
• Complete all designated training activities.
• Perform pre‑flight and post‑flight on designated simulators.
• Perform basic visual alignments.
• Run automatic Qualification Test Guide (QTG).
• Assist with refurbishment and hardware modifications.
• Learn and comply with CAE quality management system.
• Provide customer service support and address customer needs in a timely manner.
• Perform housekeeping functions to maintain the simulators as required.
• Perform logistics duties, including parts received, repair, and testing/validation.
• Perform administrative tasks as required.

• 2‑year technical degree or equivalent related training
• 0–2 years of simulator related experience in electronics/avionics, automated systems, or computer networking repair and troubleshooting

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting prints and schematics
• Knowledge of analog and digital theory
• Basic skills in the operation of test equipment
• Basic skills in soldering and circuit board repair
• Some knowledge of PCs and MS‑Office tools and suite
• Motivated in customer support and attention to detail

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for prolonged periods of up to 8–10 hours daily.
• Ability to pick up 50 lbs. or more.
• Stooping, squatting may be required.
• Able to repair equipment in various spaces.

• The physical or muscular exertion required for prolonged standing, walking, and lifting or moving objects (weighing as much as 50 lbs) 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.

• 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!

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…