Simulator Technician

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 more than a million hours of training each year to pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories.
Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.
Our Company operates the world’s largest fleet of advanced full flight simulators at Learning Centers and training locations all around the world.
FlightSafety offers pilot, maintenance technician, flight attendant and scheduler/dispatcher training for a wide range of business, commercial and military aircraft, both fixed-wing and helicopter. FlightSafety International is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway.
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Simulator Technician maintains and /or repair flight training devices (FTDs) in accordance with Regulatory Authority requirements and company standards. May also make mechanical modifications, updates and repairs to enhance the performance of the FTDs.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties are essential to the successful and satisfactory performance of this job. Other duties may be assigned.
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
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
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)
Make recommendations concerning needed parts, acquisitions, or other materials used for FTD repair and support
MINIMUM EDUCATION:
Level 5 or above qualification in electronics from a college or completion of a civilian/military electronics technical school preferred
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:
At least 3 years' experience, including electronics technology, avionics, aeronautics or related civilian/military technology, or
Equivalent direct experience with simulators or other FTDs
SALARY RANGE
Salary range between £32,000 - £41,000
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met and/or encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.