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How much do flight simulator management jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for flight simulator management in the United States is $121,652.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $175,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is flight simulator management?

Flight Simulator Management refers to the oversight and coordination of flight simulator operations, ensuring that pilot training devices are maintained, scheduled, and operated according to aviation industry standards. Professionals in this role manage simulator availability, oversee technical maintenance, coordinate training sessions, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. They play a critical role in supporting safe and effective pilot training by ensuring simulators are up-to-date and functioning properly.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a flight simulator manager?

To thrive as a Flight Simulator Manager, you need a comprehensive understanding of aviation principles, simulator operations, and training program development, often supported by a degree in aviation or engineering and relevant certifications. Familiarity with advanced flight simulation software, hardware troubleshooting, and systems such as FAA-approved simulators is typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills are vital for coordinating teams and ensuring effective training delivery. These skills are crucial for maintaining simulator reliability, regulatory compliance, and high-quality pilot training outcomes.

What are common challenges faced in flight simulator management, and how can professionals address them?

Professionals in Flight Simulator Management often encounter challenges such as maintaining simulator uptime, ensuring software and hardware updates are properly implemented, and coordinating training schedules with flight crews. To address these issues, it's important to develop strong troubleshooting skills, stay current with technological advancements, and establish clear communication channels with instructors, technicians, and pilots. Proactive maintenance planning and flexibility in scheduling are also key to minimizing disruptions and ensuring smooth operations.

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Infographic showing various Flight Simulator Management job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $121,652 per year, or $58.5 per hour.

Flight Simulator Technician 1

Scottsdale, AZ • On-site

Cirrus Aircraft
Aviation • 1 - 5K employees
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$37.02 - $55.54/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Cirrus Aircraft rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Overview
The Flight Simulator Technician performs complex maintenance, repair, testing, calibration, and modification of Cirrus Aircraft's Flight Simulation Training Devices (FSTD), including Full Flight Simulators (FFS), Fixed Training Devices (FTD), and Advanced Aviation Training Devices (AATD) to ensure continued operation with minimum downtime while maintaining qualifications under 14 CFR Part 60 and CS-FSTD(A) regulations as well as operation and maintenance goals. Additional projects may include design or experimental modifications. The Flight Simulator Technician adheres to Cirrus Aircraft Simulator Quality Management System (SQMS) and Compliance Monitoring System (CMS) Policies.
Responsibilities
  • Performs preventive maintenance following manufacturer schedule and procedures.
  • Performs corrective maintenance using basic troubleshooting skills and guidance from senior technicians.
  • Performs power-up and power-down procedures as required.
  • Provides technical support during simulator training events.
  • Follows company procedures to keep maintenance records and documentation.
  • Follows company procedure to maintain inventory records up to date.
  • Provides customer service support in a timely and professional manner.
  • Performs housekeeping tasks as necessary to maintain highest quality and presentation of the training devices.
  • Works proactively in a team environment performing timely pre-flights, corrective, and preventive maintenance on the company's training devices.
  • Interfaces directly with Cirrus customers and instructors to resolve maintenance and equipment performance related issues.
  • Operates Quality Test Guides (QTG) including evaluating, annotating, filing, and organizing presentation of QTG test results. Participate in aviation authorities' qualification evaluations as required.
  • Performs installation and testing of new, modified, and repaired equipment.
  • Offers suggestions and champion initiatives to improve training equipment performance and reliability.
  • Ensures FSTD training devices are ready for training at scheduled times with the correct software and hardware configurations.
  • Follows company procedures and tools to keep documentation of all maintenance actions in the appropriate records. Records and tools include but are not limited to; daily communication, including email, compliance documents, simulator management system, QTG records system, inventory database, and work history logbooks. Provide equipment status reports as required and requested.
  • Contributes to the success of Cirrus Training Center and the Flight Simulator Support department objectives.
  • Effectively monitors and communicate the status of all equipment currently in operation, undergoing maintenance, repair, and/or modification, using Cirrus available tools.
  • Executes simulator diagnostics using software and utility tools provided by the simulator manufacturer.
  • Trains entry level technicians in general simulator maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Accomplishes in-depth expert support in all associated systems and sub-systems related to a specific simulator manufacture type.
  • Takes a leading role in aviation authorities' qualification evaluations.
  • Assists as a system Subject Matter Expert (SME) during simulator modifications and evaluations.
  • Provides expertise in resolving degradations of systems resulting in out of tolerances during QTG testing.
  • Provides expertise in the repair of major assembly to the component level if required.
  • Offers suggestions and champions initiatives to improve training equipment performance and reliability.
  • Performs advanced hardware and software analytical diagnosis and corrective maintenance on simulators and associate training media.
  • Must be flexible and willing to work any shift required by the Cirrus Vision Center operation including weekends, nights, and holidays.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • AS Degree or above in Electronics, Avionics, A&P Certificate, Computer science, engineering or similar technical discipline, 2 Year Vocational Technical Education certificate in Electronics, Avionics, A&P Certificate, Computer science, engineering or similar technical discipline, or 2 Years Military experience and training related to Electronics, Avionics, A&P Certificate, Computer science, engineering or similar technical discipline required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • 3 years of equivalent experience.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • 0 to 2 years direct flight simulator technical support

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options
  • Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts: FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
  • Well-being: Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider
  • 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
  • PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year
  • Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays, 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave, paid time for funeral leave and jury duty
  • Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities
  • Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store, partner and marketplace discounts available
  • Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!

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