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Aircraft Maintenance Technician I

CAE Simuflite
Mesa, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 8/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/23/2026

The Aircraft Maintenance Technician I performs inspections, repairs, and maintenance on a new fleet of GA aircraft (PA28, PA44, SR20, and DA20) within CAE's Part 145 Repair Station at the CAE Aviation Academy, Phoenix. Work is completed in airconditioned hangars and in alignment with FAA regulations, Repair Station Manuals, and CAE quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Inspect, repair, and maintain aircraft and components including engines, wings, fuselage, tail, landing gear, control cables, propeller, fuel systems, and related parts.

  • Complete all work in accordance with Repair Station Manuals and associated processes.

  • Consult aircraft maintenance manuals and manufacturers' manuals to determine repair specifications and part replacement requirements.

  • Troubleshoot airframe and engine discrepancies and perform corrective actions per manufacturer maintenance manuals.

  • Demonstrate a basic understanding of avionics systems and perform basic troubleshooting.

  • Conduct scheduled inspections on GAtype aircraft.

  • Perform engine replacements.

  • Taxi and tug aircraft safely.

  • Adhere to CAE safety standards, including PPE usage and timely incident reporting.

  • Comply with CAE Repair Station quality standards (training provided upon hire).

  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Lead or Manager.

Minimum Qualifications
  • High school diploma.

  • Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to work collaboratively with Mechanics, Leads, and Inspectors.

  • Ability to multitask and adapt to a dynamic work environment.

  • Proactive and resultsoriented mindset.

  • Strong analytical thinking skills.

  • Must provide a full set of tools.

  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Handson maintenance background with PA28, PA44, SR20, or DA20 aircraft.

  • FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license.

Benefits
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and EAP plans.

  • 401(k) and employee stock purchase programs with CAE match.

  • Generous paid time off, including parental leave and vacation.

  • Companypaid life insurance, AD&D, shortterm disability, and caregiver support.

  • Voluntary legal coverage, longterm care, dependent life insurance, pet insurance, and FSA programs.

  • Additional programs supporting healthy worklife balance and personal and professional wellbeing.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Below is a nonexclusive list and may be updated at any time:

  • Constantly ascends or descends ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and poles.

  • Occasionally moves in different positions including tight and confined spaces.

  • Occasionally remains stationary, standing or sitting.

  • Constantly adjusts or moves objects up to 50 pounds.

  • Constantly communicates with others to exchange information.

  • Occasionally repeats motions involving wrists, hands, and fingers.

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About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we've driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position TypeRegular

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. 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 CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com.

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