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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.
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Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance
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A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe
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Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!
This position is contingent on Contract Award.
The Visual Database Engineer provides technical expertise to support the Engineering team in designing, developing, testing, and maintaining real‑time visual and 3‑D databases used in C‑17 Training Systems (TS). This role performs full lifecycle development of 3‑D models and terrain environments for simulation and mission rehearsal applications. Responsibilities include generating new database designs, modifying existing visual and RADAR databases, supporting software installation and testing, and ensuring that all products meet established standards for accuracy, performance, and reliability. The Visual Database Engineer collaborates closely with Test Engineers, Pilot Instructors, and Subject Matter Experts to validate design implementation and ensure seamless integration within the training system.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Design, modify, develop, and implement visual database applications used for simulation and training.
Participate in testing activities including review, analysis, witnessing, and certification of software.
Apply knowledge of commonly used engineering and development concepts, standards, processes, and procedures.
Work collaboratively with Test Engineers, Pilot Instructors, and SMEs to analyze, evaluate, and validate database design accuracy and usability.
Foster a positive, team‑oriented environment and maintain effective communication with peers, internal stakeholders, and external customers.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
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.
Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.
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.
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 [email protected]
At 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.
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CAE 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 [email protected].
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As part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
