MTS Hardware 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, efficiency and readiness.

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

• CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and 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, advancement and having fun!

Summary

This position will focus on the development and deployment of modifications to training support devices. Responsible for implementing, testing and documenting instructional systems hardware baseline changes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilitie s

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

· Provides analysis related to the design, development, and implementation of hardware for products.

· Installs, configures and maintains training equipment, including site preparation.

· Perform diagnostics and ongoing support for various training devices and systems.

· Assist in managing administrative tasks such as physical inventory of hardware and software license compliance.

· Develops test strategies, devices, and systems.

· Develops and supports hardware technical specifications, vendor work scopes, technical manuals and drawings associated with hardware modifications.

· Performs stress and performance tests on a variety of hardware including circuit boards, processors, structures and wiring.

· Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. · Must be able to generate preliminary and detailed designs as required for enhancements or modifications to existing designs, requiring the application of current industry design concepts and utilization of basic technical writing skills.

· Drafts and/or changes hardware drawings as required using industry standard drafting software. · Applies established procedures where the nature of the system, project feasibility, equipment involved, programming languages to be used, etc., have already been decided. · Performs some system design work as required.

· Applies theoretical knowledge and engineering techniques to the solution of basic analytical engineering problems assigned.

· Selects or modifies proven methods, mathematical formulae, previous design and test information, handbook data, or other available information related to assignments.

· Prepares and completes the design of components or portions of moderately complex functional systems, working from overall operations, functional, quality, and similar design requirements. · Designs or selects needed equipment or materials.

·Performs liaison with and provides technical assistance to the test group during test preparation and actual testing phases.

· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements

· Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline , and 5+ years of experience in an appropriate engineering discipline, such as Electrical, Mechanical, Electromechanical, Electrical Controls, Industrial, Computer, Engineering Science, Civil, or Aerospace.

· Experience in aviation or aviation related simulation systems hardware design/modification highly desired · Related skill areas should include technical writing and presentation skills.

· Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Word.

· Must be proficient in creating and modifying drawings using AutoCAD

· Must be able to effectively deliver oral presentations to management and customers · Must be able to work independently, with minimal supervision

· Must be able to work overtime as required.

· Must be willing to work any shift or day of the week as required.

· Understanding of military protocols and customs is essential

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

Language Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Will be required to respond effectively to sensiti

Security Responsibilities

Must comply with all 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 primarily performed in a software development or engineering lab environment, with occasional time spent in simulator bays or training device areas.
• Regular interaction with software engineers, integration specialists, testers, and project leads.
• Fast-paced, collaborative environment with multiple projects occurring simultaneously.
• Use of computers, engineering tools, development equipment, and simulators daily.
• Occasional travel may be required for onsite support or training system deployment activities.

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 operating a computer or performing engineering tasks.
• Ability to conduct walkthroughs of simulator areas, training facilities, and engineering labs as needed.
• May require lifting or moving small equipment or components (up to approximately 25 lbs).

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the 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 need assistance to submit your 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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