ATS Software Engineer

Who We Are:

• CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers’ training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety,efficiencyand readiness.

• CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop andmaintainthe highest levels of mission readiness.

• CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence,IntegrityandOneCAEmake us who weareand we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer:

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance

• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe

• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions

• Recognition, professional development,advancementand having fun!

Summary

This roleis performedas part of a production engineering team supporting the development, integration, and deployment of training systems. Responsibilities include networking,interfacingplatform simulation applications, and providingproductleveltroubleshooting and integration. The position follows the direction of lead engineers, works effectively with general technical guidance, and supports the Training System Support Center (TSSC) through all phases of software design, implementation, testing, and deployment. Engineering solutions must be imaginative, thorough, practical, and aligned with organizational standards andobjectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Performs engineering tasks within a production team environment supporting the development, integration, and deployment of training systems and associated software applications.
• Assistsin networking design, system configuration, and interfacing with platform simulation applications as part of integrated training solution development.
• Completes assigned work with general technical direction from lead engineers, ensuring accuracy, quality, and adherence to project timelines.
• Communicates project status, technical issues, risks, and recommended solutions or corrective actions to lead engineers and project stakeholders.
• Designs,modifies, develops, writes, and implements software programming applications for training system components.
• Installs, configures, and supports software applications and operating systems used within simulation environments.
• Participatesin all phases of software development within the TSSC, including requirements review, design, coding, integration, testing, and deployment, with minimal supervision.
• Performsproductleveltroubleshooting, diagnoses software and system issues, and supports corrective actions to restore or enhance system functionality.
• Develops engineering solutions that are imaginative, thorough, practical, and consistent with established technical processes and organizationalobjectives.
• Creates andmaintainsaccuratetechnical documentation such as design notes, installation guides, test procedures, and software support materials.
• Collaborates closely withcrossfunctionalteams including software, hardware, and integration engineers to support system configuration updates and capability enhancements.
• Follows established engineering procedures, configuration management guidelines, and quality standards to ensure consistent and reliable product performance.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical discipline; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 1-3 years of experience in software development, systems integration, or engineering support roles.
• Foundational knowledge of software programming languages, debugging methods, and structured development practices.
• Familiarity with operating systems, networking principles, and software installation processes.
• Ability to follow engineering direction and work effectively with general supervision.
• Strongproblemsolvingskills with the ability to diagnose issues and propose practical solutions.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, especially for reporting status and documenting engineering activities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in ateamorientedtechnical environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with simulation devices, training systems, ordefenserelatedsoftware environments.
• Knowledge of system integration principles and interfacing with simulation platform software.
• Experience working with software version control systems or configuration management tools.
• Familiarity with distributed computing, networking protocols, or simulation networking technologies.
• Ability to develop or update detailed technical documentation for software and system support.
• Experience troubleshooting complex interactions between hardware, software, and integrated systems.

Security Responsibilities

Mustcomply withall company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.

• Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a subassembly shop, final assemblylabsand customer sites. All areas are climate controlled however there are times when individuals will need to work outside in the elements.

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.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working on computers or performing engineering tasks.
• Ability to walk through simulator bays, engineering labs, or training system areas as needed.
• May occasionally need to lift and move small equipment or components (up to approximately 25lbs).

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover orcontaina comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that arerequired ofthe employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.

Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you needassistancetosubmityour application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected]

About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected].

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