SIMULATOR MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II

Description

THE COMPANY

For over 40 years, Aero Simulation, Inc. (ASI) has provided quality flight training devices to the US Military. ASI has successfully built numerous training systems with a primary focus on aircrew and maintenance training systems. Our current programs include, but are not limited to, the B-1 Training Systems (Air Force), E-2D Training Systems (Navy), CH-53E Training Devices (USMC), IMOMS (Coast Guard), Navigation, Seamanship, Shiphandling Trainer – NSST (Navy). To learn more about ASI visit Programs — Aero Simulation, Inc.

ASI is a 100% employee-owned engineering and manufacturing company committed to supporting the nation’s warfighters. Being 100% employee-owned directly impacts our culture: it drives our decision-making, motivates our teams, increases our productivity, improves retention and contributes to the future success of our company. Our culture is one where we work hard for our clients and for each other – and we have fun collaborating, sharing experience and expertise, and learning along the way. We strive to deliver exceptional quality, elevate client relationships, and enrich the careers and lives of our employee-owners. As Employee-Owners, we are invested in the success and continued development of each other and the company.

In addition to the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), we offer a flexible work environment, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, industry competitive compensation, and superior benefits to include medical, dental, 401k and more!

ASI is a great place to build a career and grow with a company that is dedicated to quality, service and to fostering a community of support for each and every member of the team. To learn more about this opportunity, keep reading!  

POSITION SUMMARY

The Simulator Maintenance Technician (II) is responsible for operations, maintenance and upkeep of B-1 Training System.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides B-1 Training System student, instructor and TSSC support.
• Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of training devices/support equipment including but not limited to on- and off-equipment maintenance including troubleshooting and fault isolation, adjusting, removing and replacing assemblies and components, and correcting discrepancies.
• Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on energized low and high voltage trainer components and support equipment.
• Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on trainer mechanical components. Maintenance ranges from low complexity tasks like replacing a mounting nut plate to highly complex tasks like repairing/adjusting flight control components.
• Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on high-pressure hydraulic trainer systems and support equipment.
• Assists Simulator Maintenance Technician III’s with collateral duties as may be assigned, including facility/vehicle management, purchasing, packing/crating, shipping/receiving, inventory control, technical documentation and administrative procedures.
• Prepares computerized maintenance action reports and other support documentation as may be assigned by the Company.
• Kit-proofs/installs modification kits.
• Supports SIMCERT activity.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complies with established Company policies, procedures, and safety practices.
• Travels as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Employees are held accountable for satisfactory performance of all duties of this job.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.  

Requirements

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the necessary qualifications. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, Skill and Ability:

• Ability to fluently read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to clearly relay information, both verbally and written, to others.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers.
• Working knowledge of Flight Simulator Maintenance and Supply procedures, electronic and mechanical theory, operating principles of digital and analog computers and management principles and their application to training devices.
• Ability to read and accurately troubleshoot electronic components using system drawings and schematics.
• Ability to read and accurately troubleshoot hydraulic components using system drawings and schematics.
• Ability and experience to perform basic mechanical tasks using manual and powered tools.
• Thorough working knowledge of instruments and devices associated with the avionics industry.
• Ability to effectively use computers and standard office PC software.
• Thorough working knowledge of standard electronic test equipment.
• Must successfully pass and maintain a National Agency Check (NAC) by the U.S. Government.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Education or Formal Training:

High School diploma or equivalent required; An Associate’s Degree in an electronics field or completion of Vo-Tech Simulator Maintenance Program, or a BSEE or BSME is desirable.

Experience:

One to three years of experience in maintenance of aircrew or maintenance training devices or equivalent. One year of experience as a computer workstation technician or equivalent, with a demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex non-routine problems.

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED 

• Training system equipment and associated electronic devices.
• Computer workstation equipment and associated electronic devices.
• A large variety of common and specialized computer programs or applications, test equipment and tools.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear; to sit, stand, and walk; and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and to stoop and kneel. The employee must be able to ingress/egress from the simulator (which may require repeated climbing, crawling and twisting movements on a regular basis), work in inclement weather and temperature extremes as set forth in Air Force and company guidelines. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and infrequently up to 250 pounds. While performing essential functions the employee must have the ability to accurately read text on computer terminals, cable markings, trainer assemblies and other equipment or written materials. Employees also must be able to correctly perform trainer visual alignment procedures. The noise level ranges from low to moderate.

The following policies apply to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. 

Candidate Reasonable Accommodation

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify Aero simulation, Inc. by e-mail at [email protected] or by calling directly at 813-867-4447.

ADA Policy

It is the policy of ASI to comply with all the relevant and applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and its Amendments. ASI will not discriminate against any qualified employee or job applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. ASI also will make reasonable accommodation wherever necessary for all employees or applicants with handicaps, disabilities, provided that the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform the duties and assignments connected with the job and provided that any accommodations made are not an undue hardship for ASI.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ASI is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, domestic/civil partnership or marital status, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. We strive for everyone to be valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best.

E-Verify

ASI is proud to be an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

Pay Transparency Policy Statement  

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise, have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.