CAE is a high-technology company specialising in pilot training using flight simulators. With 50+ training locations and 250+ full-flight simulators, CAE has the largest civil aviation training network in the world. CAE is the training partner of choice of aviation professionals, airlines, business aviation operators, and aircraft manufacturers the world over. Learn to maintain, repair and test flight simulators used for pilot training, in accordance with Civil Aviation Authority requirements and company standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- To help ensure that the in-service Simulation Training Equipment meets the contractual availability. There is a fair element of problem solving in the role through the requirement to analyse and rectify basic technical problems for both aircraft and simulator systems. Judgements and decisions are made within the constraints of the Technical Manuals.
- Most tasks will be carried out with supervision and the job holder is not expected to make decisions outside of the allocated tasks.
- To learn and be able to prepare the Simulation Training Equipment for daily operation (Morning Readiness) using standard operational readiness checks.
- To learn and perform preventative maintenance in accordance with the published Preventive Maintenance schedules for each training device.
- To learn and carry out Simulation Qualification testing (QTGs) according to the published monthly schedules for each training device.
- To learn and load appropriate exercise scenarios and other tasks required to prepare for specific training sessions.
- To be taught to effectively check reported snags, verify simulator operation and rectify basic operational and maintenance snags.
- To be taught and assist in the restoration of failed equipment or refer such failures to more qualified/experienced staff.
- To learn and perform housekeeping functions and complete Journey Logs at the start and finish of scheduled training sessions.
- To be taught and assist other senior engineers with maintenance, problem resolution and certification issues.
- Any other duties as may be required.
The job requires working a ‘4 on – 4 off’ day/night shift pattern, where each shift is 12 hours.
- Some overtime shifts may be requested from time to time.
- To attend day release college.
- Some of the work involves the maintenance and/or replacement of awkwardly positioned equipment.
Apprenticeship duration 48 months
4 days/nights on, 4 days off - 12-hour shift rotation (except when at college).
Employer Address
Innovation Drive, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9TW
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to gain a Technical College qualification
- Basic computing hardware, software and OS knowledge.
- An interest in mechanical and electrical engineering systems
- A basic understanding and interest in Aviation and aircraft systems
- PC skills (Word, Excel, etc).
- Fluent English language, written and spoken
- Good Communication and language Skills
- Basic understanding and application of IT Skills
- Basic administrative skills
- Focused and attention to detail
- Organised approach utilising logical and analytical thinking to problem solving.
- Adaptable mindset and a team player.
- Customer focused on delivering quality.
- Self-motivated attitude to learn and develop.
- Good communicator – you will be speaking to clients regularly.
- An inquisitive mind - you want to learn
- Want to work in a hands-on environment
- Be able to manage your time effectively
- Willingness to work shift work.
Option 1. Two ‘A’ Levels: Maths, Computer Science, Chemistry, Physics, Electronics, Electrical engineering or Natural Science.
Option 2. Level 3 or above vocational qualification in a relevant field.
Both options require English & Maths GCSE Level 4.
Applicants must be 18 years of age and above as this role includes shift working.
On completion of the apprenticeship, you will have achieved the following qualifications.
- Apprenticeship Standard Level 3 (ST1326) Mechatronics Maintenance Technician
- Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge)
The final apprenticeship completion certificate will be issued on achievement of the above qualification and successful completion of end point assessment.
Future Prospects
To become a fully trained and qualified Flight Simulator Technician with CAE.
Other things to consider
As with all apprenticeships, this requires a long-term commitment – there will be assignments and logbook entries to complete. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a top company, whilst you work towards nationally recognised qualifications.
Pay: £20,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
