SIMULATOR MAINTENANCE TECH I

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Apply knowledge and experience to conduct system preventative maintenance and as well as solve system problems from simple to complex. Technicians use system specific maintenance manuals and other technical documents to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair simulator devices.

Requirements:

• Applies technical knowl­edge to solve problems by properly interpr­eting mainte­nance manuals or other technical documents.
• Assists, where requested, in the design of minor hardware system modifications and software programs to improve simulator operability.
• Conducts quality control inspections and inspects maintenance work.
• Monitors and tracks the repair status of inoperative equipment and document maintenance activities utilizing the logistics management database system.
• Supports Engineering requirements where needed/requested.
• Uses knowledge of simulator and aircraft systems to interpret advanced technical data.
• Interprets and works with computer systems utilizing various and multiple operating systems.
• Diagnoses malfunctions of computers and associated equipment and performs operability/readi­ness tests and repair.
• Apply fundamental troubles­hooting procedures in the maintenance of interfaces and peripheral equipment used with computers.
• Provides networking and information systems support on training devices and networks.
• Maintains good relations with customers and ensures information flows within technical organization.

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Must be able to lift and/or move at least 50 pounds. 
• Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladder into a simulator or airplane cockpit. 
• Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top or under the training 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.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Shop floor environment.
• Will be working in areas with risk of injury from electrical, moving mechanical parts, and by hydraulics under high pressure.
• Will at times be exposed to the following conditions: extreme heat, airborne particles, and loud noises.