Visual Database Engineer

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! 

Summary  

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.
• Design, modify, develop, and implement RADAR database applications.
• Support and install software applications and operating systems necessary for database integration.
• 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.
• Follow established instructions and guidelines to perform responsibilities efficiently and accurately.
• Generate preliminary and detailed design documents for enhancements or modifications using current industry concepts and technical writing skills.
• Coordinate closely with the Training System Support Center (TSSC) Engineering group to enable smooth implementation throughout all phases of visual database development.
• Work collaboratively with Test Engineers, Pilot Instructors, and SMEs to analyze, evaluate, and validate database design accuracy and usability.
• Participate in weekly and monthly meetings, including teleconference sessions, providing regular updates on project status and progress to management and customers.
• Foster a positive, team‑oriented environment and maintain effective communication with peers, internal stakeholders, and external customers.
• Provide technical support related to C‑17 visual database systems and associated tools.

Qualifications and Education Requirements  

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field; or a minimum of eight years of related experience.
• Minimum of four years of experience in visual database development or a related technical field.
• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.  

Preferred Skills  

• Experience designing visual databases for simulation or training applications.
• Familiarity with terrain generation tools and 3‑D modeling techniques.
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating design options and identifying optimization opportunities.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and translate them into detailed visual database designs.
• Strong documentation skills for producing technical design artifacts and implementation notes.

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.  

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.  

Work Environment  

• Work may be performed in office environments, simulator facilities, or computer rooms.
• May require working near or around flight simulation equipment and computer systems.
• Must be able to climb and use stairs.
• Occasional travel may be required based on program needs.

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 working on computer‑based design tasks.
• Ability to engage with simulator hardware components during testing or evaluation activities.  

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 [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.

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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