About This Role
Who We Are:
CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers’ training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.
CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.
CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.
What We Have to Offer:
Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance
A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe
Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions
Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!
Summary
This is a part-time rotator position in Pisa, Italy in support of the Italian C-130J Training Center. Incumbent is expected to operate independently on site for 90 days at a time due to Shengen policies. Incumbent shall applies advanced knowledge and experience to solve unusually complex or system problems; those that typically are not able to be solved solely by reference to maintenance manuals or similar documents. Incumbent will implement training plans for Technicians I & II and evaluates their progression. Technician III will document training forms as required. At this level, the incumbent has demonstrated the ability to solve a variety of complex simulator and or aircraft system problems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must possess skills necessary to diagnose and isolate malfunctions in electronic systems; align, adjust and calibrate installed training devices; interpret mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronic schematics and prepare simplified versions.
Monitors and tracks repair status of inoperative equipment.
Assists in the design of minor hardware system modifications and software programs to stay current with aircraft configuration and to improve simulator operability.
Must possess skills to analyze system malfunctions and isolate erroneous or inoperative unit, section or element; troubleshoot, repair, configure and maintain complex computer and network systems; analyze discrepancies, trends and develop corrective procedures; conduct pre- and post-operational checkout of complex simulator systems evaluate results and initiate corrective action.
Must possess and maintain proficiency in the use of diagnostic programs, interpretation of results, and the use of program listings to isolate faults and be adept in the use of test equipment, repair of micro/miniature printed circuit boards, electro/mechanical systems and devices to include projection display systems, computer controlled motion and electronic control loading systems and computer generated sound systems.
Will conduct quality control inspections and inspect maintenance work performed.
Maintains required documentation of maintenance activities.
Works with Engineering in regards to non-standard situations
Maintains good relations with customers and ensures information flows within technical organization.
Recommends changes based on knowledge and past experience.
Uses knowledge of simulator and aircraft systems to interpret advanced technical data.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Preferred if candidate has experience working on CAE simulation products.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.
Six (6) years of experience in the maintenance and operation of full flight simulators and a two-year electronic technician degree or certification with an emphasis in Computer Information Technology or equivalent related curriculum from an accredited technical institute or a Government equivalent (in either case, a minimum of 600 hours of instruction in electronics).
Language Skills: Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex word and technical documents/diagrams. Will be required to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries and complaints. Must be able to generate effective oral and written presentations and proposals on complex subjects.
Mathematical Skills: Basic math skills required. Must be able to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, fractions, percentages and ratios to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability: Must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. An ability to interpret complex customer requirements and attitudes from verbal, non-verbal, and written communication is desirable. Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and drawings
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 be assigned specific responsibility for Information Security by immediate supervisor or department management. 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. Incumbent shall execute company non-disclosure agreement prior to access to any controlled information.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds over head.
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.
Domestic and international travel as required.
Shop floor environment.
Will be working in areas with risk of electrical shock from moving mechanical parts driven by hydraulics under high pressure.
Will at times be exposed to the following conditions: extreme 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.
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Salary Range: $xxx to $xxx [Type the min 95% and max 105% of the range]
The actual compensation rate is subject to the evaluation of the following factors (but not limited to): the candidate's work experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity, and market.
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.
CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.
Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected]
Position Type
ExpatriateCAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender indentity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by local laws.
If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected]
