Flight Simulator Technician (FSTD)

About the role

Join CAE in Abu Dhabi as a Flight Simulator Technician, ensuring that training devices are qualified, available, and ready for every session. You will perform routine maintenance, first‑line troubleshooting, and support data and content updates for flight and cabin crew simulators.

Key responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance requests, set up devices, perform conversions and demonstrations for Flight Simulator Training Devices (FSTDs) and Cabin Crew Training Devices.
• Complete preventive maintenance tasks, daily readiness activities, and recurrent Qualification Test Guide runs, recording all work in the Maintenance Management System.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, manage inventory of consumables and tools, and support logistics such as inventory counts and shipping preparation.

Required profile

• Technical College Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Aviation or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with flight simulators or related training devices.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English and ability to work effectively with customers and team members.

Required skills

• Knowledge of computer architecture, networking, operating systems and basic programming concepts.
• Ability to perform basic software modifications and troubleshoot simulator hardware and software systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.