About FlightSafety International           

FlightSafety International is the world’s premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world’s largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Lead Simulator Maintenance Technician is responsible for providing guidance and training to all aircrew training system maintenance personnel in the maintenance and operation of flight simulators, part task trainers, and associated equipment; and assisting maintenance personnel in solving difficult equipment malfunctions.  Duties include analyzing malfunctions and performing repair, calibration, inspection, overhaul, modification, re-programming, maintenance support and operation of simulators, trainers, computers, and digital image visual systems. 

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties are essential to the successful and satisfactory performance of this job.  Other duties may be assigned.

• In the absence of a manager, directs and monitors all activities of maintenance technicians on assigned shift.


• Assists the Maintenance Manager with the formulation of work plans, procedures/processes, and schedules.


• Coordinates training of maintenance personnel; and assists in developing and monitoring scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, test, and alignment procedures.


• Conducts formal classroom and on-the-job training for Aircrew Training System (ATS) maintenance personnel on the theory, maintenance, operation, repair, inspection, assembly and installation of flight simulators, part task trainers, and computer-based training systems. This equipment includes digital computers, motion systems, visual systems, and special test equipment.


• Presents training material in sufficient detail to allow simulator maintenance technician trainees to become proficient in circuit analysis, troubleshooting, and correcting malfunctions in all aircrew training device systems.


• Demonstrates proper system test and calibration techniques/procedures utilizing manufacturers’ specifications and/or applicable aircraft operating manuals, in order that maximum fidelity of the simulation equipment is maintained.


• Other duties, as assigned.

• High School diploma or GED and completion of a civilian or military basic electronics program is desired. 
• Must have completed SIM TECH training or 5+ years Simulator technician experience and training.
• BSEE or BSME degree is highly desired.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• 7+ years’ experience as a Flight Simulator Technician or equivalent is desired, with a demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex non-routine problems on flight simulation equipment, including digital and analog hardware, to include motion systems. 
• Experience in conducting practical training in checking, repairing, and calibrating simulation hardware, tools, test, and support equipment is required.
• Experience should include component level test and repair of microprocessor-controlled equipment.

• Morally and ethically influence others to successfully achieve program goals.
• Fluently read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Display excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability to work with minimum supervision and in conjunction with other personnel.
• Display ability to exercise good judgment and to assume responsibility for accuracy and completeness of work.
• Display ability to repair, overhaul, rebuild, align, and adjust complete multi-systems.
• Demonstrate and apply comprehensive knowledge of all major units of the complete multi-system to achieve operating specifications.
• Successfully determine proper sequence of operations and start point for sequential operations, in order, to pinpoint areas of malfunction.
• Possess and maintain extensive practical knowledge of the theories and practices of electronic circuits, computer theory, hydraulic or pneumatic control and power systems, and many other areas covering a wide range of system applications.

 Knowledge, Skills and Ability:

• Morally and ethically influence others to successfully achieve program goals.
• Fluently read, write, speak, and understand English AND Japanese.
• Possess basic ATS knowledge.
• Possess basic knowledge of maintenance activities, policies, and procedures.
• Possess basic knowledge of personal computers and software applications, such as word processing applications, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Possess basic knowledge of government proposals and contracts..

 Education and Formal Training:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent education, experience, and training. 

EXPERIENCE:

• 8 years managing CLS sites or maintenance personnel.
• Government contracts experience highly desired.

Materials and Equipment Directly Used:

• Computer with software applications, such as word processing and spread sheet programs, printers, and classroom presentation equipment
• Weapon System Trainer (WST), Boom Operator Trainer (BOT),

Working Environment/Physical Situation:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a teammate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the teammate is regularly required to sit, use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The teammate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.  The teammate must have close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

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