Location: 16 month assignment – 4 months in Dearborn, Michigan, 12 months in Croatia

Summary/Scope of Work

The Simulation Technician III applies advanced knowledge and experience to solve unusually complex or system problems; those that typically are not able to be solved solely by reference to maintenance manuals or similar documents. Incumbent will implement training plans for Technicians I and II and evaluate their progression. Technician III will document training forms as required. At this level, the incumbent has demonstrated the ability to solve a variety of complex simulator problems.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Applies comprehensive technical knowledge to solve complex problems: those typically solved by properly interpreting maintenance manuals or similar documents.
• Assists in the design of minor hardware system modifications and software programs to stay current with aircraft configuration and to improve simulator operability.
• Provides technical guidance and training to Technician I and II employees.
• Conducts quality control inspections and inspect maintenance work performed.
• Maintains required documentation of maintenance activities. Monitor and track the repair status of inoperative equipment and document maintenance activities.
• Works with Engineering in regards to non-standard situations.
• Recommends changes based on knowledge and past experience.
• Uses knowledge of simulator and aircraft systems to interpret advanced technical data.
• Interrupts and works with computer systems utilizing various and multiple operating systems.
• Diagnose malfunctions of computers and associated equipment and performs operability/readiness tests and repair.
• Perform systems interface/fault isolation.
• Apply fundamental troubleshooting procedures in the maintenance of interfaces and peripheral equipment used with computers; interpret mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronic schematics and drawings and make simplified versions.
• Conducts voice communications on inter-phone and radio circuits
• Provides networking and information systems support on training devices and networks.
• Maintains good relations with customers and ensures information flows within technical organization.
• Implements basic modifications to existing simulators.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• U.S. citizen.
• Minimum five (5) years of related experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operation of simulators or an equivalent combination of technical education related to electronics, electromechanical, computer, aviation, or simulation technology and/or hands-on work experience in the maintenance and operation of full flight simulators that total a minimum of 7 years.
• Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
• Must meet the minimum education, experience, and qualifications of Simulator Technician II
• Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
• Related skill areas should include technical writing and presentation skills
• Must be highly proficient in the use and operation of test equipment to perform pre- and post-operational test on installed equipment to perform preventative maintenance using preventative maintenance cards and instruction books.
• Must possess advanced skills necessary to diagnose and isolate malfunctions in electronic systems; align, adjust, and calibrate installed training devices; interpret mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic schematics and prepare simplified versions.
• Must possess advanced skills to perform calibrations, adjustments, and tests on electronic equipment; analyze operation, verify discrepancies, isolate malfunctions and replace defective components used in installed devices.
• Must possess and maintain advanced proficiency in the use of diagnostic programs, interpretation of results, and the use of program listings to isolate faults and be adept in the use of test equipment, repair of micro/miniature printed circuit boards, electro/mechanic systems and devices to include projection display systems, computer controlled motion and electronic control loading systems and computer generated sound systems.
• Must be highly proficient in the use of diagnostic programs, interpretation of results and the use of program listings to isolate faults.
• Must be skilled at the use and operation of test equipment, including “O” scopes, frequency counters, volt/ohm meters, and range calibration set.
• Must be able to perform routine preventative maintenance using maintenance requirement cards and instructional manuals.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office
• Must be able to work overtime as required

Required Education or Experience:
Associate’s Degree in Electronic Technology or ten (10) years of related work experience.

Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed, and perform special projects as assigned.

OT Training Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.