About Thales
At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it's all driven by human intelligence. From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we're driving progress in some of the world's most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.
The Senior Simulator Technician will be responsible for coordinating a team of technicians to operate and maintain the supported equipment.
Our Benefits
- Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech)
- Fitness Passport discount
- Modernised Paid Parental leave
- Veterans Leave
- Great professional development opportunities
- Great colleagues and culture
- Free onsite parking
Key Activities and Responsibilities
As a Senior Simulator Technician, you are accountable for:
- Supervising a team of technicians to operate and maintain the supported equipment as directed by the Maintenance Manager
- Ensuring that the supported equipment is maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' guidelines
- Coordinating corrective maintenance as and when required
- Maintaining tools and test equipment, and ensuring that equipment is in calibration including records and documentation
- Managing compliance against relevant Thales and customer prescribed standards and processes
- Developing and instructing maintenance courses as required
- Acting and undertaking duties as a Self Certifying Maintainer (SCM) when authorised
- Co-ordinating spares and repairs to ensure that the supported equipment meets contracted availability requirements
- Maintaining a sound working relationship with the customer and other relevant stakeholders
- Proactively identifying issues and solutions, keeping the Maintenance Manager informed of progress
- Effectively communicating with all levels of staff via staff meetings, written communications and one-on-one communication
- Interacting and working with management/employees to promote teamwork
- Assisting the Maintenance Manager as required
Key Knowledge and Experience
- Qualifications in Avionics, Electronics, Computer IT or similar fields
- Minimum of 5 years experience as a Simulator Technician or related fields
- Experience in a technical workshop or maintenance environment
- Supervisory skills
- Customer relationship management
- Sound interpersonal skills and ability to maintain good team morale
- Demonstrated self-starter
Good to Know
Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and (role dependent) medical checks. Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold PV security clearance.
The Australian Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) is applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. The U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.