CAE

Simulator Technician II

Phoenix Full time

                                                                                                         

FLIGHT SIMULATOR TECHNICIAN

Why join a CAE Training Center team?

As part of the Technical Services department within CAE’s Civil Training and Services division, perform all preventative and corrective maintenance tasks on directly on several CAE and non-CAE flight simulators and associated devices at the CAE Phoenix Training.

Description

  • Work varying shifts from 6 to 10 consecutive hours (30–40 hours weekly), including day, evening, night, and weekend schedules.

  • Contribute to a corporate culture rooted in enthusiasm, collaboration, transparency, creativity, and a people‑first mindset.

  • Participate in stimulating technical challenges within a leading simulator‑training organization.

  • Perform Preventive Maintenance (PM) on simulators and associated systems.

  • Assist in diagnosing and correcting technical issues on simulator systems.

  • Independently diagnose and resolve routine simulator/system issues.

  • Use the Maintenance Management System to record and track maintenance activities.

  • Train junior technicians in foundational skills.

  • Complete assigned training and pursue continuous professional development.

  • Conduct pre‑flight and post‑flight procedures on all simulators.

  • Perform visual system alignments.

  • Run and evaluate QTG results.

  • Support refurbishment and hardware modification projects.

  • Learn and comply with the CAE Quality Management System.

  • Provide timely customer support and address customer technical needs.

  • Conduct logistics duties including parts receiving, repair processes, and testing/validation.

  • Maintain simulator equipment and facility cleanliness.

  • Complete administrative tasks as needed.

  • Support the technical services group with additional tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

  • 2‑year technical degree or equivalent related training.

  • 3 years of direct simulator experience, including at least 1 year of relative simulator experience for the assigned location.

  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot to system level on multiple simulator types.

  • Proficiency using a wide range of test equipment.

  • Ability to use and interpret diagnostic tools on multiple simulator types.

  • Demonstrated ability to perform PMs, preflight, and post‑flight checks on any simulator in the fleet.

  • Ability to communicate regularly and perform repetitive hand motions.

  • Basic knowledge of MS Office tools and suite.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated ability to perform in‑depth visual adjustments and setups on at least one type of visual system.

  • Demonstrated ability to support refurbishments and hardware modification projects.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Below is a nonexclusive list and may be updated at any time. 

  • Constantly ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and poles

  • Constantly move into different positions, including working in confined spaces

  • Occasionally remain in stationary positions

  • Constantly adjust or move objects up to 30 pounds

  • Constantly communicate with others to exchange information

  • Constantly perform repetitive motions involving wrists, hands, or fingers

CAE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

Accessibility

CAE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail sfhr@cae.com or call: 972-456-8347. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

       

Position Type                      

Regular

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.

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