Simulator Technician 1
at WestJet
Calgary, AB, Canada -
| Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate | 03 Feb, 2025 | Not Specified | 04 Nov, 2024 | N/A | Computer Networking,Avionics,Unix,Usb,Completion,Terminal Services,Communication Skills,Cae,Software,Aircraft Systems,Ethernet,Projection Systems,Flight Safety,Windows Xp,Windows,Centos | No | No |
Required Visa Status:
| Citizen | GC |
| US Citizen | Student Visa |
| H1B | CPT |
| OPT | H4 Spouse of H1B |
| GC Green Card |
Employment Type:
| Full Time | Part Time |
| Permanent | Independent - 1099 |
| Contract – W2 | C2H Independent |
| C2H W2 | Contract – Corp 2 Corp |
| Contract to Hire – Corp 2 Corp |
Description:
WHY WESTJET:
Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.
WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we’re going global.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
- Completion of a relevant technical post-secondary degree is a requirement
- Experience in simulator maintenance and repair is an asset
- CAE, Flight Safety and L3 experience is an asset
- Electronics troubleshooting experience is an asset
- Must possess excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Intermediate ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams
- Intermediate knowledge of computers, both in hardware and software (Unix, AIX, CentOS, Windows XP, Windows 2000, MS Office)
- Intermediate knowledge of electronics theory and repair
- Basic knowledge of aircraft systems, avionics and theory of flight
- Basic knowledge of computer networking including Ethernet, 1394 (FireWire), USB, PCI busses, virtual LAN drives, DHCP, and terminal services
- Basic knowledge of visual projection systems
- Basic knowledge of hydraulic theory and systems
- Basic knowledge of mechanical and electro-mechanical theory
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Must be able to work day and night shifts 24h/7d/365y
- Able to bend, kneel, crawl, stoop, and climb repetitively
Responsibilities:
- Work effectively with strong communication and listening skills
- Perform preventative maintenance tasks and inspections on all Training Devices
- Responsible for problem solving, diagnosing, troubleshooting and repairing of both hardware and software problems on all Training Devices
- Monitor maintenance practices, procedures and open deficiencies to ensure timely resolutions
- Complete accurate and detailed recordings of issues and daily activities
- Identify, research and submit requests for required parts
- Complete daily operational testing of Training Devices
- Must be able to complete the WestJet Flight Simulator Apprenticeship program within the required timelines
- Develop strong, open and honest working relationships
- Perform additional duties as assigned
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)
Information Technology/IT
Pharma / Biotech / Healthcare / Medical / R&D
Technician
Apprenticeship
Proficient
1
Calgary, AB, Canada
