Flight Simulator Specialist

5 days ago


Calgary, Alberta, Canada WestJet Full time

About Us

At WestJet, we are dedicated to providing exceptional service and exceeding our customers' expectations. Our team is passionate about delivering a safe and reliable flying experience.

Job Title: Flight Simulator Specialist

The Flight Simulator Specialist will be responsible for ensuring the continued regulatory certification of all simulator training devices through software modifications, repairs, maintenance, and quality testing. This role will serve as the main technical contact with Transport Canada and outside support vendors.

About the Role

The successful candidate will have a post-secondary related technical diploma or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Completion of the WestJet Software Technician Apprenticeship program or equivalent work experience is required. A computer science degree or software engineering degree is considered an asset.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, install, validate, and document software and hardware modifications.
  • Troubleshoot, diagnose, debug, and repair failed systems in normal and IROP situations.
  • Evaluate results to ensure they meet regulatory requirements and remedy any issues found.
  • Present QTG results to regulatory authorities for evaluation.
  • Maintain proper configuration control on all devices.
  • Perform recurrent Qualification Tests (QTG's) and evaluate results.
  • Monitor Simulator deficiencies and prioritize corrections.
  • Assist Simulator Technical staff in performing preventive and corrective maintenance.

Requirements:

  • Able to lift 50 pounds.
  • Able to work day and night shifts 24/7/365.
  • Able to bend, kneel, crawl, stoop, and climb repetitively.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Salary Range:$65,000 - $90,000 per year, depending on experience.

Benefits:We offer a competitive total rewards package, including travel privileges for you and your family, flexible savings and benefit programs, and a fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win.



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