Simulator Qualification Technician
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Location: Columbus
Job type: Permanent
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Sector: Operations
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Requisition 13856
JOB TITLE: Simulator Qualification Technician
BASIC FUNCTION: Ensures that each Simulator in each configuration is in compliance with governmental regulations and advisory circulars by performing the following duties:
POSITION STATUS: Hourly Non-Exempt Department
REPORTS TO: Manager Flight Training Devices
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties are essential to the successful and satisfactory performance of this job. Other duties may be assigned.
Simulator Qualification Technician – Performs, without assistance, all duties and responsibilities required to secure and maintain regulatory qualification with the FAA and any other National Aviation Authorities, on all assigned flight simulator devices.
JOB DUTIES:
* Demonstrate a personal dedication to FlightSafety International training philosophy in all interactions every day
* Perform standard Simulator support activities such as: installation, operation, inspection, periodic maintenance (align & adjust) of Simulator components and systems in accordance with established FlightSafety International standards and procedures
* Prepare letters for FAA/NAA regarding changes to Simulator or Learning Center’s operations
* Coordinate Simulator activities with the Subject Matter Experts to prepare for Simulator qualification and to verify maintenance actions, both normal and modifications
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: (Minimum Requirements)
* Associates degree in electronics from a college or completion of a civilian/military electronics technical school preferred, plus 7 years of experience, including:
* Electronics technology, avionics, or related civilian/military technology OR
* Equivalent direct support of full flight simulator and/or FTDs
* Must be able to:
* Read and interpret technical drawings
* Use test equipment
* Support equipment and tools used on flight simulators, graphical flight simulators (GFS), and associated electronic devices
* Demonstrate a good understanding of the advanced operation principles of simulator and FTD subsystems
* Demonstrate an understanding of NAA requirements
NOTE: Education can be substituted by a combination of 3 years of education and experience in a related field
EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: PC literate and basic office equipment
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
* Fluency in English, through both verbal and written communications
* Able to read and interpret documents
* Able to write routine reports and correspondence
* Must be customer oriented with mature interpersonal skills, projecting a friendly, cooperative manner accompanied by good grooming habit and adherence to FlightSafety International’s specified dress code standards
REASONING ABILITIES:
* 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
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, OR REGISTRATIONS: Valid driver’s license, where applicable
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
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel, and reach. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled.
Nearest Major Market: Columbus
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