Flight Simulator Device Technician (Level II)
Flight Simulator Device Technician (Level II)
Company: Boeing Aerospace Operations
Boeing Global Services (BGS) Engineering team is seeking an experienced and motivated Flight Simulator Device Technician (Level II) to support the F-15EX at the Seymour Johnson AFB in North Carolina.
This role will support the next generation of fighter pilot training. The F-15EX is one of the most advanced and strategically vital components of the USAF Strike Capabilities. As an F-15EX Flight Simulator Device Technician, you will maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and optimize advanced flight simulation systems to ensure maximum training readiness and operational excellence.
The ideal candidate is a motivated technical professional with experience in electronics, computer systems, avionics, simulation equipment, or related technologies. You will collaborate with a skilled and tenured team to diagnose issues, perform preventive maintenance, and support F-15EX Weapons Tactical Trainer (WTT) operations in a fast‑paced, mission‑focused environment, allowing warfighters to train just as they might someday be called on to fight.
Position Responsibilities
- Responsible for but not limited to all operations as defined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS)
- With general supervision, diagnose and remedy simulator‑related issues through analytical thinking and understanding theory of operation
- Assist in troubleshooting to isolate mechanical or electrical faults and repair faulty components
- Conduct daily preflight inspections by flying simulated missions to ensure readiness of all flight components and sensors, confirming equipment integrity and readiness for flight training
- Prioritize and perform daily maintenance and site operations to achieve maximum availability of the trainers to the customer
- Repair, test, install, configure, upgrade, and assist in hardware and software modifications to the simulators
- Provide real‑time support to Instructors / Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Aircrew in all operational facets of the Weapons Tactics Trainer (WTT) during setup and execution of training missions
- Perform general network (managed switches) troubleshooting and maintenance
- Be customer oriented and able to positively interact with and promote workplace relationships within a diverse population of driven, motivated, and experienced professionals within the military aviation community
- Apply knowledge of Fighter Combat Tactics, assist SMEs with building and maintaining simulator missions with Scenario Programming
- Perform additional duties as assigned (e.g., databases, ordering parts, etc.)
- Follow all local Site Security Protocols to ensure the protection of assets and prevention of mission‑related disclosures
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)
- 3+ years experience in aircraft flight simulator training device maintenance, or experience in aircraft avionics/electronics or computer network and information systems
- Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance with U.S. citizenship
- Ability to obtain access to Special Access Program (SAP)
- Ability to obtain a CompTIA Security+ Certification within 90 days of start
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)
- Associate’s degree or equivalent in related work experience
- SAP Access
- CompTIA A+, Network+, and/or Security+ Certifications (DoD 8140 equivalent certifications)
- Experience with Cisco switches, Active Directory, Windows 10, Linux
- Passion for contributing to the aerial warfighter and their mission
- Foster positive and productive work relationships within a military community of professionals
Conflict of Interest
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Union
This is a union‑represented position.
Drug Free Workplace
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post‑offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.
Pay & Benefits
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary hourly pay: $45.26
Language Requirements
Not Applicable
Education
Not Applicable
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Export Control Requirement
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Safety Sensitive
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.
Security Clearance
This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). An U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program award.
Shift
Shift 1 (United States of America)
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