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!
This position is contingent on Contract Award. Summary This position is performed in a production team supporting the development, integration, and deployment of training systems. Responsibilities include networking, interfacing with platform simulation applications, software design, troubleshooting, and product level integration. The role works under the general direction of lead engineers, requires minimal supervision, and contributes to the full software implementation lifecycle within the Training System Support Center (TSSC). Engineering solutions must be imaginative, thorough, practical, and consistent with organizational standards and objectives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Performs hands-on engineering tasks within a production team environment, supporting development and deployment of training systems, networking components, and simulation system interfaces.
Completes assigned tasks with general technical direction from lead engineers while maintaining accountability for quality, timeliness, and adherence to technical processes.
Communicates project status, technical issues, risks, and recommended solutions to lead engineers and project stakeholders in a clear and proactive manner.
Designs, modifies, develops, writes, and implements software applications and tools used within simulation environments.
Supports, installs, and troubleshoots software applications, operating systems, and simulation system components.
Participates in the full software engineering lifecycle from requirements analysis and design through integration, implementation, testing, and deployment.
Provides technical support for TSSC engineering activities across assigned projects, ensuring alignment with program requirements and organizational engineering standards.
Diagnoses product level issues and performs troubleshooting to restore application functionality and system performance.
Develops practical and innovative software solutions consistent with engineering best practices, organizational objectives, and established processes.
Creates and maintains accurate technical documentation, including software specifications, installation guides, test procedures, and support materials.
Collaborates effectively with cross-functional engineering teams to support system integration, software updates, and training system enhancements.
Qualifications and Education Requirements Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent work experience may be considered.
2-4 years of experience in software development, system integration, or technical support roles.
Foundational knowledge of software engineering practices, debugging techniques, and application development.
Ability to follow engineering guidance and work efficiently with general direction.
Familiarity with operating systems, networking fundamentals, and software installation processes.
Strong analytical capabilities and problem-solving skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills for reporting status, documenting work, and interacting with engineering leads.
Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and work in a team based, collaborative environment.
Preferred Skills Experience with simulation systems, training devices, or defense related engineering projects.
Knowledge of system integration practices and interfacing with simulation platform applications.
Experience with software version control tools, configuration management, or structured development environments.
Understanding of distributed systems, networking protocols, or simulation networking middleware.
Experience writing technical documentation or support materials.
Ability to troubleshoot complex software interactions and recommend effective solutions.
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.
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 About CAEAt 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 Regular
Equal Opportunity EmployerCAE 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
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