LEAD SIMULATOR MX TECH III

Purpose of position

The Simulator Maintenance Technician III at MacDill KC-46 ATSis responsible for providing guidance and training to all aircrew training system maintenance personnel in the maintenance and operation of flight simulators, cockpit procedures trainers, part task trainers, and associated equipment; and assisting maintenance personnel in solving difficult equipment malfunctions.

Tasks and Responsibilities

In the absence of a Manager, directs and monitors all activities of maintenance technicians on assigned shift.

Assists the Maintenance Manager with the formulation of work plans and schedules. Also, coordinates training of maintenance personnel; and assists in developing and monitoring scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, test, and alignment procedures.

Conducts formal classroom and on-the-job training for Aircrew Training System (ATS) maintenance personnel on the theory, maintenance, operation, repair, inspection, assembly and installation of flight simulators, cockpit procedure trainers, and computer based training systems. This equipment includes digital computers, motion systems, visual systems, and special test equipment.

Presents training material in sufficient detail to allow simulator maintenance technician trainees to become proficient in circuit analysis, troubleshooting, and correcting malfunctions in all aircrew training device systems.

Demonstrates proper system test and calibration techniques/procedures utilizing manufacturers’ specifications and/or applicable aircraft operating manuals, in order that maximum fidelity of the simulation equipment is maintained.

May be required to be called in for problem situations arising on shifts other than shift currently assigned.

May work on irregular shifts to attain the maximum utilization of assigned flight simulators and provide practical training for maintenance personnel.

Travels, as required.

Performs other duties, as assigned.

Minimum education

• High School diploma or equivalent and completion of a civilian or military basic electronics program are required.
• BSEE or BSME degree is highly desired.

Minimum experience

• Three to five years’ experience as a Flight Simulator Technician or equivalent is desired, with a demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex non-routine problems on flight simulation equipment, including digital and analog hardware, and motion systems.

  Experience in conducting practical training in checking, repairing, and calibrating critical solid-state devices is required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Morally and ethically influence others to successfully achieve program goals.

Fluently read, write, speak, and understand English.

Display excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Demonstrate ability to work with minimum supervision and be able to effectively assist/lead other personnel.

Display ability to exercise good judgment and to assume responsibility for accuracy and completeness of work.

Display ability to repair, overhaul, rebuild, align, and adjust complete multi-systems.

Demonstrate and apply comprehensive knowledge of all major units of the complete multi-system to achieve operating specifications.

Demonstrate working knowledge of basic aerodynamics, radio navigation, and other aircraft-related systems.

Possess and maintain extensive practical knowledge of the theories and practices of electronic circuits, computer theory, hydraulic or pneumatic control and power systems, and many other areas covering a wide range of system applications.

Possess a basic knowledge of mathematics, including trigonometry, to calculate power relationships, signal phasing, etc.

Display ability to interpret drawings for multi-system complexes.

Identify and isolate malfunctions of complete multiple integrated systems and determine the methods of repair.

Currently possess, or demonstrate the ability to obtain, a SECRET clearance.

Physical Demands and Work Environment