Simulator Technician I

**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**:
Maintain and /or repair flight training devices (FTDs) in accordance with Regulatory Authority requirements and company standards

**Tasks and Responsibilities**:

- Performs more varied and difficult aspects of the job; may need some guidance on job duties; applies learning to recommend options to address unusual situations.
- Perform standard Simulator support activities such as: installation, operation, inspection, periodic maintenance (align and adjust), of Simulator components and systems
- Perform Customer configuration changes to Simulators and FTDs, evaluate and confirm proper post change operation.
- Able to quickly identify, troubleshoot, repair or replace most of the Simulator and FTD electrical and sub system components and most hydraulic system components with little to no assistance.
- Exercise judgment and independence in determining solutions to maintenance and repair problems, and otherwise carry assignments through to completion,
- Monitor Simulator(s) performance and condition to ensure that equipment continues in compliance with governmental regulations;
- Able to accomplish scheduled portions of the Qualification Test Guide (QTG), check and mark test results as required, and participate in recertification procedures for the FAA.
- Exhibit an understanding of the SAP system and the inventory management process.
- Must be familiar with all governing regulations required by the various approval authorities for the proper operation of all FTDs, the facility, and the safe employment of personnel.Initiate or assist users (DOTs, PMs, instructors, clients, etc.) in the use of ePodium when creating a Simulator Discrepancy Report (SDR).
- Must be knowledgeable of all Simulator Support, Quality Operating Procedures (QOPs), and related documentation.
- Make recommendations to the Lead/Sr. Lead Technician or the A/MFTD concerning needed parts, acquisitions, or other material used for FTD repair and support, or other Centerprojects.
- Adhere to required work schedule including prompt and regular attendance.
- Report on a timely basis, any safety hazards observed in work area, equipment, and/or building to the appropriate person(s) for correction.
- Support the Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Business Processes.
- Support Learning Center Management System (SMS)
- Occasionally travel for training purposes or to assist other Centers, as needed.

**Minimum Education**:
Associate's degree in electronics from a college or completion of a civilian/military electronics technical school preferred

**Minimum Experience**:

- 2 years experience, including:

- Electronics technology, avionics or related civilian/military technology; or
- Equivalent direct experience with simulators or other FTDs
- Must be able to:

- Read and interpret technical drawings-Use test equipment, support equipment and tools used on flight simulators, graphical flight simulators (GFSs) and associated electronics devices
- Demonstrate a good understanding of the advanced operating principles of simulator and FTD subsystems.
- Education can be substituted by a combination of three (3) years education and experience in a related field.

**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities**:

- General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- PC literate and Basic Office equipment
- Fluency in English, through both verbal and written communications; Able to read and interpret documents: Able to write routine reports and correspondence:

- Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; Able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

**Physical Demands and Work Environment**:

- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear.
- The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee may be required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to identify and distinguish colors.
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
- While performing the duties of this