Technical Manager – FSTD / RFSTD (EC145-C2 Helicopter Flight Simulator)

XSCOPTER

Perpignan, France

We are hiring: Technical Manager – FSTD / RFSTD

EC145-C2 FFS Level A Helicopter Flight Simulator

Location: Perpignan, France

Contract: Permanent, full-time

Start date: As soon as possible

Salary: Depending on qualifications and experience

About XSCOPTER

XSCOPTER is building a helicopter flight simulation training centre in Perpignan, France. We operate an EC145-C2 Level A Full Flight Simulator (FFS) dedicated to the training of professional helicopter pilots.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Management and Compliance

• Oversee the operational readiness and technical condition of the simulator and its systems.
• Organise and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, technical documentation and fault logs.
• Coordinate complex troubleshooting, including interventions by specialist service providers.
• Help maintain the FSTD’s regulatory compliance and prepare inspections and evaluations for its qualification.
• Identify technical risks, anticipate maintenance needs and propose improvements.

Technical Team Management

• Lead a team of 2 to 5 technicians: allocate tasks, support their development and monitor performance.
• Define and apply structured working methods, maintenance procedures and record-keeping standards.
• Ensure the quality, safety and efficiency of all technical interventions.
• Work closely with management, instructors, suppliers and the relevant regulatory authorities.

Candidate Profile

• Higher education or technical background in aeronautical engineering, electronics, electrical engineering, automation, industrial IT, complex systems maintenance or a related field.
• At least 5 years’ experience in maintenance, technical operations or management of complex systems. Experience in aviation, flight simulation or the FSTD/RFSTD sector is a strong advantage.
• Experience in technical coordination or team management: organising technicians’ work, prioritising interventions and making sound technical decisions.
• Knowledge of documentation, traceability and compliance requirements.
• Self-motivated, with attention to detail, a sense of responsibility, and good communication and problem-solving skills.

Languages

• Professional proficiency in French.
• Technical English to work with specialised documentation; fluent English strongly preferred for dealing with suppliers and international partners.

Working Conditions

Permanent, full-time position based in Perpignan, primarily on site, with occasional flexibility in working hours depending on the simulator’s operational needs.

Why Join XSCOPTER?

Join a growing, close-knit team, contribute directly to the reliability of a simulator used to train professional helicopter pilots, and help shape our training centre.