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Evening Flight Simulator Maintenance Jobs in Colorado

Air Methods

FW Check Airman

Greenwood Village, CO · On-site

$89.65 - $134.48/hr

... flight simulator. Essential Functions and Responsibilities * Evaluate operational compliance including all aspects of safety, flight operations, maintenance operations, and other procedures and ...

Air Methods

FW Check Airman

Watkins, CO · On-site +1

$114K - $119K/yr

... or in a flight simulator. Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following: • Evaluate operational compliance including all aspects of safety, flight operations, maintenance ...

Air Methods Pilots

IFR Check Airman

Watkins, CO · On-site

$119K/yr

... a flight simulator.Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following: Evaluate operational compliance including all aspects of safety, flight operations, maintenance operations, and ...

Air Methods

IFR Check Airman

Watkins, CO · On-site

$119K/yr

... a flight simulator.Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following: Evaluate operational compliance including all aspects of safety, flight operations, maintenance operations, and ...

Air Methods Pilots

FW Check Airman

Watkins, CO · On-site +1

$119K/yr

... a flight simulator. Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following: Evaluate operational compliance including all aspects of safety, flight operations, maintenance operations, and ...

Air Methods

FW Check Airman

Watkins, CO · On-site +1

$119K/yr

... a flight simulator. Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following: Evaluate operational compliance including all aspects of safety, flight operations, maintenance operations, and ...

Air Methods

FW Check Airman

Watkins, CO · On-site

$114K - $119K/yr

... or in a flight simulator. Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following: • Evaluate operational compliance including all aspects of safety, flight operations, maintenance ...

Approach Venture

Senior GNC Simulation Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$120K - $165K/yr

Develop simulation infrastructure that integrates directly with production flight software. * Design and maintain hardware-in-the-loop and software-in-the-loop verification environments. * Develop ...

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What is an evening flight simulator maintenance technician?

An Evening Flight Simulator Maintenance Technician is a professional responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining flight simulators during evening or nighttime hours. These technicians ensure that simulators are functioning correctly so pilot training can continue without interruption. Their tasks include troubleshooting technical issues, performing routine maintenance, and conducting system updates. Working evenings allows simulators to be serviced outside of peak training times, minimizing downtime for flight schools or airlines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an evening flight simulator maintenance technician?

To thrive as an Evening Flight Simulator Maintenance Technician, you need strong technical skills in electronics, troubleshooting, and mechanical systems, typically supported by relevant certifications or an associate degree in electronics or avionics. Familiarity with diagnostic tools, simulator software, and maintenance management systems is crucial for effective repairs and updates. Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and strong communication skills help ensure issues are resolved efficiently and safety standards are met. These competencies are vital to maintain simulator reliability, minimize downtime, and support pilot training schedules during evening hours.

What are some typical challenges faced by evening flight simulator maintenance technicians, and how can they be managed?

Evening flight simulator maintenance technicians often work with limited on-site support and tighter deadlines, as simulators are generally scheduled for use during daytime hours. This requires strong troubleshooting skills, the ability to work independently, and effective communication with day-shift teams to ensure smooth handovers. Staying organized and documenting all maintenance actions is crucial, as is being proactive in anticipating potential issues. Building good relationships with other maintenance staff and instructors can help quickly resolve unexpected technical problems.

What is the difference between Evening Flight Simulator Maintenance vs Night Flight Simulator Maintenance?

AspectEvening Flight Simulator MaintenanceNight Flight Simulator Maintenance
CertificationsAircraft maintenance licenses, simulator operation trainingSame as Evening Flight Simulator Maintenance
Work EnvironmentAirport or training facility, maintenance baysSame as Evening Flight Simulator Maintenance
Employer & IndustryAirlines, flight training centers, aerospace companiesSame as Evening Flight Simulator Maintenance

Both roles involve maintaining flight simulators outside regular hours, ensuring operational readiness. The main difference lies in the shift timing, with Night Flight Simulator Maintenance occurring during late-night hours, often requiring additional safety protocols. Overall, the skills, certifications, and industry usage are very similar, focusing on ensuring simulator functionality for pilot training and testing.

What are the most commonly searched types of Flight Simulator Maintenance jobs in Colorado?

The most popular types of Flight Simulator Maintenance jobs in Colorado are:

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Evening Flight Simulator Maintenance jobs?

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Flight Instructor - Denver

FlightSafety International

Denver, CO

$88K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

FlightSafety International rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 226 rated education and training

Job description

Salary Range: $88,550.00 - $150,700.00

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, education, skills, and experience as well as market demands. These factors impact the salary/wage offered. 

Benefits:

FlightSafety offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes vacation, sick leave, a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits.

About FlightSafety International      

FlightSafety International is the world’s premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world’s largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom.

Purpose of Position

The Flight Instructor delivers exceptional ground and simulator flight instruction in accordance with aviation regulations and FlightSafety Training principles.

Tasks and Responsibilities
  • Conduct pilot ground and simulator training for clients receiving core, specialty or enrichment training courses.
  • Develop and prepare training materials that support training delivery to meet the client needs in accordance with the applicable curriculum.
  • Evaluate and measure trainee progress and recommend for qualification, or additional training.
  • Complete accurate training records specific to each client, aiding their success in achieving the requested objective(s).
  • Identify client training issues and seek assistance prior to execution.
  • Maintain Instructor qualifications in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Minimum Education
  • No requirement.
Minimum Experience
  • Must be able and willing to participate in FlightSafety's DOT Drug and Alcohol testing program
  • An unrestricted ATP certificate, or an ICAO member state Airline Transport Pilot License
  • If no ATP, must meet the requirements of:
  • 14 CFR part 61.153
  • 14 CFR part 61.64 without a Supervised Operating Experience (SOE) limitation. 
  • A minimum of one unrestricted PIC type rating;
  • Preferred: FAR Part 135, FAR Part 121, or military training experience;
  • Preferred: 2,500 hours of total flight time
    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
    • Knowledge of aviation safety standards and practices
    • Knowledge of common aviation regulations
    • Ability to manage classes and teach effectively
    • First-level facilitation skills
    • First-level customer service skills
    • Ability to be coachable and receive feedback to support development
    Physical Demands and Work Environment

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee may be required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.

    Must possess physical range of body motion to perform the following: Reach, exert pressure and manipulate the rudder controls and/or anti-torque with both feet. Reach and manipulate numerous controls within the Simulator device from the Instructor's chair. Enter and exit from the Simulator device via the provided ramp. Move between the Instructor station, screen and podium while instructing in the classroom. Exit from malfunctioned Simulator while the device is in a severely pitched attitude. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

    The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts. The employee may work in high, precarious places and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration.

    FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

    Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of required compliance reviews, including verification that the candidate is not prohibited from employment under U.S. economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).

    This position may require access to export-controlled technology or services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment consideration and any offer of employment are contingent upon the applicant’s ability to comply with these requirements, including qualifying as a “U.S. Person” under applicable regulations or otherwise eligible for export authorization within a timeframe consistent with business needs. A “U.S. Person” includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (holders of approved and unexpired green cards), and certain refugees or asylees with protected status under U.S. law.

    This position may also require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance for the duration of employment.

    Cybersecurity Notice: All official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from an @flightsafety.com email address.  FlightSafety International will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers.

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