CAE

Flight Simulator Systems Engineer

In short

This role keeps flight simulators and training devices at CAE's Vienna Training Centre operational, covering debugging of avionics and software issues, QTG tuning, and coordinating new simulator installations and qualifications. The employer is CAE, a global simulation and training technology company, and the position sits at a supervisory technical level within the simulator team. It requires 5–8 years of experience, knowledge of CAE-specific software/systems, programming in C, C++, FORTRAN and Python, and fluent English.

Description: Join CAE's Simulator team in Vienna and work with some of the most advanced simulation technology in the world. With a diverse range of training devices at our Vienna Training Centre, you'll gain hands-on experience across a variety of simulator systems and equipment, while continuously expanding your technical expertise.
Location: CAE Vienna Training Services | Parzgasse 2, 2320, Schwechat, Austria
In this role, the Simulator Systems Engineer will be expected to ensure that the simulators and other training devices are kept operational and manage new updates and installs. This position is at the supervisory level of technical staff, and the incumbent is expected to exercise judgment and initiative in planning, coordination, and execution of work assignments in line with the existing policies and procedures, effectively allocating time and resources to meet business and budget objectives in a timely manner.
Responsibilities:
•Debugging avionics and aircraft system deficiencies
•Tuning subjective observations raised by instructors
•Debugging and tuning QTGs
•Solving basic software issues and integrating them into software loads
•Identifying and debugging recurring and intermittent issues
•Planning and preparing for annual Recurrent Qualifications of in-service devices
•Coordinating new simulator projects and upgrades and subsequently providing the project engineer functions to oversee their installation, testing & qualification
•Providing regulatory guidance and support for simulator requalifications
•Supporting the shift and working in conjunction with the Team Leader Simulator Technician, providing cover as required during low shift numbers
Requirements:
•Knowledge of CAE software and applications, including CAELIB, GitHub, Strive Framework, Visual Systems, SIM XXI & 7000XR system architecture, Simfinity, Launchpad, and ITMS
•Knowledge of C, C++, and FORTRAN programming languages, as well as scripting languages such as Python
•Strong computer literacy, including PC and/or computer mainframe architecture
•Ideally 5–8 years of relevant professional experience
•A college diploma or associate degree, ideally in a relevant technical discipline
•Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and applications
•Fluency in English
Conditions & Benefits:
•Occupational Pension Plan – employer contributions toward your future
•Group Accident Insurance – full coverage during work and leisure time
•Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
•Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
•CAErefer – earn up to €1,500 for successful referrals
•myClubs membership – access to 1,000+ sports providers in Austria
•Corporate Benefits – discounts from 600+ brands via an online portal
•Onsite German courses
•The minimum gross monthly salary for this position is EUR 4350 gross. CAE offers a market-competitive salary with the possibility of overpayment depending on qualifications and experience.

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