Field Engineer

Overview

As part of our Manufacturing team, you'll bring innovation to life, transforming visionary designs into world-class training solutions. You'll play a key role in assembling, refining, and delivering products that support aviation and defence missions worldwide. Every detail you shape contributes to safety, precision, and performance.

SUMMARY:

Perform a variety of duties on integrated multi‑computer systems, video generation and display systems, complex digital interfaces, high‑density cable/plug repair, software maintenance, and comprehensive troubleshooting and repair of general training device peripheral systems in support of F‑16 Flight Simulators located at Edwards AFB, CA under a U.S. Government contract. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role. A TOP SECRET clearance that is currently in‑scope or under continuous evaluation is required.

• Perform a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, or optical areas in support of F‑16 Flight Simulators Devices (ATD).
• Calibrate, install, maintain, repair, and test flight simulators and other support equipment.
• Install changes and updates to simulators and support equipment as required.
• Perform required readiness checks on flight simulation equipment and instruments.
• Conduct and document preventive maintenance checks required for simulator and support equipment.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and document malfunctions of simulators and support equipment.
• Remove and replace faulty equipment and complete maintenance data collection records.
• Assist with installation and check‑out of simulator and support equipment modifications.
• Assist with general field site facility activities as required.
• Work from engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions.
• Apply comprehensive knowledge to solve complex problems by interpreting manufacturers' manuals or similar documents.
• Perform other related duties as required by a CLS Technical Representative.

• Bachelor's Degree preferred in the electronics field or a two‑year electronic technician resident course at an accredited technical institute and/or 4 years of military technical training and equivalent electronics maintenance experience on equipment of similar complexity.
• Minimum 2 to 5 years of relevant experience.

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 the 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.

• Will be working in areas with risk of electrical shock from electronically moving mechanical parts.
• Will at times be exposed to cold, heat, airborne particles, and loud noises.

• Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladders into a simulator or airplane cockpit.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top of or under the device.
• Must be able to detect odors or hear noises, bangs, etc., or other sounds to detect problems or flaws in the functioning of simulators and its surrounding environment.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.
• Work in a shop floor environment.

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 equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at