About This Role

                                                                                                         

Who We Are:

CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, civil aviation, and healthcare 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 balanceA work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safeFreedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisionsRecognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

Summary 

The Remote Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Simulator Operator/Technician will be required to operate a Predator Mission Aircrew Trainer System (PMATS) training device to generate MQ-9 training simulations in support of the customer’s aircrew initial training and recurring flight qualifications requirements. The Operator/Tech shall also be fully qualified to support ongoing maintenance, inspections, troubleshoot components, replacement, upkeep, and repair as required for the deployed PMATS hardware to meet system availability requirements at an assigned OCONUS field location.  Position requires a SECRET Clearance or the ability to acquire and maintain one.  Position is considered part-time-on-call (PTOC). Each time you are called to support the program, you will work OCONUS for 45 hours/week, for three (3) months at a time.  The position is typically called upon to support the OCONUS training location two (2) times per year.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Ensure RPA Simulator(s) and associated systems are operating in accordance with implemented quality and fidelity standards to support customer training requirementsProvide customer service support and address customer needs in a timely manner Perform the tasks of a simulator console operator during customer training eventsPerform pre-flight and post flight operationsPerform preventive maintenance tasks on the RPA Simulators and associated simulator systemsDiagnose and correct routine maintenance issues on the RPA Simulators and associated simulator systemsInstall changes and updates to simulator system hardware and software as authorized utilizing documented proceduresUtilize maintenance management system to record and track maintenance activitiesPerform logistics duties as required, including parts received, repair, and testing/validationApply comprehensive knowledge to solve complex problems by interpreting manufacturers' manuals or similar documentsTrain other technicians as requiredPerform housekeeping functions to maintain the simulators as required Learn and comply with CAE quality management system.Perform all administrative tasks as requiredComplete all company designated training activitiesActively pursue continued professional growth and training. Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements 

Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR), Close Air Support (CAS), and Aerial Interdiction (AI)Experience supporting IQT and MQT syllabus eventsDemonstrated ability to role play assets in various scenariosAbility to work in a stand-alone environment with telephone support as needed2-year technical degree or equivalent related trainingMinimum of 3 years direct simulator experience with at least 1-year relative simulatorKnowledge and experience working in a Windows, LINUX, UNIX based computer system environmentExperience troubleshooting complex problems and troubleshoot to the systemAbility to read and interpret schematics and electrical diagramsAbility to use and interpret diagnostic dataAbility to perform preventive maintenance, pre-flight, and post flight checks on RPA SimulatorsKnowledge of Microsoft Office toolsThis is an overseas Field Service position and may require travel to other overseas locations.Prospective employee must be able to work independently and interface with the customer and home office when on travel.Must have or be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.Fluency in EnglishDue to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role. 

Preferred Skills 

CompTia certification in one or both of the following: Security+ and/or Network+Electronic Maintenance Experience/Training

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.  

 Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance. 

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role. 

Work Environment 

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. 

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 EOE/AA employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. 

PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 

Position Type                       

On Call (Fixed Term)

CAE 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 diversity, equity, and inclusion. As \"One CAE,\" we take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, Veteran status, age, or other legally protected characteristics.  

 

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. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please get in touch with us at rh-hr@cae.com.