CAE Inc

Field Engineer

CAE Inc$70K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in electronics or equivalent military training
  • 5+ years of experience in electronic maintenance for simulation systems
  • Experience with integrated multi-computer systems and video generation
  • Familiarity with calibration, installation, and maintenance of flight simulators
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Personal Security Clearance

Responsibilities

  • Perform electronic, mechanical, and optical maintenance on F16 training devices
  • Calibrate, install, and repair flight simulation equipment
  • Conduct preventative maintenance and document readiness checks
  • Troubleshoot malfunctions and perform repairs on simulators
  • Assist in installation and modification of equipment
  • Manage spare parts and track inventory
  • Support general field site activities as needed

Benefits

  • Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
  • Flexible work arrangements promoting work-life balance
  • Valued and safe work environment for all employees
  • Opportunities for recognition and professional development
  • Encouragement of initiative and decision-making among team members
Full Job Description


Summary

Perform a variety of duties on integrated multi-computer systems, video generation and display systems, complex digital interfaces, high density cable/plug repair, software maintenance, and comprehensive troubleshooting and repair of general training device peripheral systems, in support of a F16 BLK70 Flight Simulator System located at Taitung AB, Taiwan. Including, but not limited to, performing both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, as well as managing spares and tracking inventory. May also be required to support F16 BLK20 MTC Trainers located at Chiayi AB, Taiwan and Hualien AB, Taiwan. This is an overseas Field Service position and may require travel to other overseas locations. Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role. Position requires a SECRET Clearance or the ability to acquire and maintain one

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Perform a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, or optical areas in support of F16 BLK70 MTC Flight Trainers located at Taitung, AB, Taiwan. May also be required to support F16 BLK20 MTC Trainers located at Chiayi AB, Taiwan and Hualien AB, Taiwan.
  • Calibrate, install, maintain, repair, and test flight simulators, and other support equipment.
  • Install changes and updates to simulators and support equipment as required.
  • Perform required readiness checks on flight simulation equipment and instruments.
  • Conduct and document preventative maintenance checks required for simulator and support equipment.
  • Troubleshoot, repair, and document malfunctions of simulators and support equipment.
  • Remove and replace faulty equipment and complete maintenance data collection records.
  • Assist with installation and check-out of simulator and support equipment modifications.
  • Assist with general field site facility activities as required.
  • Work from engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions.
  • Apply comprehensive knowledge to solve complex problems by interpreting manufacturers' manuals or similar documents.
  • Process items to be delivered for repair and/or returned to Hualien, via the assigned shipping processor.
  • Prepare shipping crates, assist with preparation of related shipping documents, and verify items have been delivered to the assigned shipping processor.
  • Perform other related duties as required by a Site Manager or Program Management.


Qualifications and Education Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in the electronics field or a two-year electronic technician resident course at an accredited technical institute and/or military technical training and equivalent electronics maintenance experience on equipment of similar complexity.
  • Must have at least 5 years' electronic maintenance experience and have demonstrated competence by satisfactory progressive performance in electronic maintenance on simulation systems of comparable complexity to those supported on this program.


Preferred Skills
  • Bachelor's Degree in the electronics field or a two-year electronic technician resident course at an accredited technical institute and/or military technical training and equivalent electronics maintenance experience on equipment of similar complexity.
  • Must have at least 5 years' electronic maintenance experience and have demonstrated competence by satisfactory progressive performance in electronic maintenance on simulation systems of comparable complexity to those supported on this program.


Security Responsibilities

Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.
  • Must have or be eligible for a DoD Personal Security Clearance.


Work Environment
  • This job operates in an environmentally controlled flight simulator environment, utilizing the tools and test equipment essential to it's the maintenance and care. Also, you routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.


Physical Demands

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.
  • Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladder into a simulator or airplane cockpit.
  • Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top of or under the device.
  • Must be able to detect odors or hear noises, bangs, etc., or other sounds to detect problems or flaws in the functioning of simulators and its surrounding environment.
  • Must be able to distinguish colors.
  • Shop floor environment.
  • Will be working in areas with risk of electrical shock from electronically moving mechanical parts.
  • Will at times be exposed to the following conditions: Cold, heat, airborne particles, loud noises.


Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Position Type
Regular

About CAE Inc

CAE Inc. is a Canadian manufacturer of simulation technologies, modelling technologies and training services to airlines, aircraft manufacturers, healthcare specialists, and defense customers. CAE was founded in 1947, and has manufacturing operations and training facilities in 35 countries. CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on training solutions for defense forces across the world. CAE's Civil Aviation Training Solutions business unit provides training solutions for civil aviation organizations worldwide, including airlines, aircraft manufacturers, training centers, and aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul organizations. CAE's Healthcare business unit designs and manufactures simulators and offers audiovisual and simulation center management services for medical schools, nursing schools, hospitals, defense forces, and other medical organizations. CAE is headquartered in Saint-Laurent, Quebec.
Learn more about CAE Inc
Size
13,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Founded
1947
5 Year Trend
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