Simulator Technician (Entry Level)

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Simulator Technician (Entry Level)

Requisition ID 2026-6207

Category Crew Training

Location Columbus

Work Base Onsite / Office

Position Type Permanent Full-Time

Job Profile

Vista America, is setting a new standard for private flying across the United States. Behind every flight is a team of experts keeping our pilots trained, our aircraft ready and our clients flying with confidence. Join us and help keep that standard high.

Our pilots train on full-flight simulators and flight training devices (FTDs), and require technicians who can keep them accurate, reliable and compliant.

This is an entry-level role, ideal if you've come from a military or civilian electronics background and want to build a career in aviation technology. You'll get hands-on with complex hardware from day one, with experienced colleagues behind you while you learn.

Your Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair simulators and FTDs, including electrical, sub-system and hydraulic components
• Carry out configuration changes and modifications, then test and confirm everything is working as it should
• Monitor simulator performance to keep it in line with regulatory requirements
• Support Qualification Test Guide (QTG) tasks and follow our Quality Operating Procedures
• Recommend the parts and materials needed to keep devices in top condition
• Spot and report safety hazards as part of our Safety Management System

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

• An associate degree in electronics, or completion of a civilian or military electronics technical school (preferred)
• Up to 3 years' experience in electronics or a related technical field - military experience counts
• Confidence reading system prints and schematics, with a solid grasp of analog and digital theory
• Soldering and circuit board repair skills
• Experience with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators and logic analyzers (a plus)
• Good PC skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Flexibility to work shifts and adapt to changing schedules

What we offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Vacation aligned with office employees
• Ongoing training and professional development

The affiliated operating partners of Vista are equal employment opportunity employers. The affiliated operating partners of Vista do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. The affiliated operating partners of Vista also prohibit harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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