Simulator Technician - Union Job Listing at SAIC in Fairbanks, AK (Job ID 2505707)

Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a Simulator Technician to serve on a team supporting the Aviation Combined Arms Tactical Trainer (AVCATT) located onside in Fort Wainwright, Alaska. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain, update, and provide maintenance instructions on Training Aids, Devices, Simulators, and Simulations (TADSS), including usage, installation, troubleshooting, and sustainment procedures
• Repair, troubleshoot, and modify various types of electronic equipment and related devices
• Apply technical knowledge to determine equipment malfunctions and restore equipment to normal operation
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks on simulators and associated systems
• Diagnose and correct problems on simulators and associated systems
• Utilize maintenance management systems to record and track maintenance activities
• Train technicians in basic skills and provide technical training for other technicians
• Complete all designated training activities and pursue continued professional growth
• Perform pre-flight and post-flight checks on all simulators
• Perform refurbishment and hardware modifications
• Execute software changes to address problems on simulators and associated systems
• Identify and coordinate efforts to correct training deficiencies
• Assist the Group Lead in daily maintenance operations
• Provide customer service support and address customer needs promptly
• Perform logistics duties including parts receipt, repair, and testing/validation
• Maintain simulators through housekeeping functions 
• Support the technical services group with administrative tasks and other required duties

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree and zero (0) years experience; Additional six (6) years' experience accepted in lieu of degree
• 2-year technical degree or equivalent related training
• Minimum of 5 years of direct simulator experience, with at least 3 years of relevant simulator experience per assigned location

Required Clearance:

• Must possess an active DoD Secret Clearance; US Citizenship required

Required Skills:

• Proficiency with all types of test equipment and software diagnostics for simulators
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, with experience in hardware modifications and upgrades
• Demonstrated expertise and experience in developing and delivering technical training for major simulator systems (e.g., motion, visual, aircraft systems)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and suite

Desired Skills: 

• Experience in the aviation industry, such as labs, MRO, AME, aircraft, repair shops, electronics industry, design, computer repair, simulation software, etc