Flight Operations Engineer, Simulator

Finnair is a diverse community of professionals who work ambitiously with a big heart and commitment. A strong safety culture is our priority and at the core of our everyday work, never taking it for granted. We are committed to doing our share in solving the climate challenge by determinedly following our science-based pathway to decarbonize our operations. We find meaning in our purpose: With our heart in Finland, we make every journey better, today and tomorrow. Our values – Always Safe, Customer at Heart and Stronger Together – guide us in everything we do.

With Finnair Flight Operations Engineering, it’s all about people, technology and reliable operations. Our success is built on strong technical expertise, a hands-on attitude and close cooperation across teams. We provide technical support and engineering expertise to ensure that our flight simulators and other training devices remain safe, compliant and available for training operations.

We are now looking for a

FLIGHT OPERATIONS ENGINEER, SIMULATOR

to join our Simulator Engineering team and support the technical management and development of our simulator fleet and other training devices.

You will be responsible for the technical performance, reliability and continuous development of the training devices, including troubleshooting, hardware and software changes, maintenance development and technical projects. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, equipment manufacturers, software vendors, external specialists and aviation authorities.

The role covers simulator systems, avionics, software, networks and training device technology, with a focus on regulatory compliance and lifecycle management.

In this position you will report to Head of Flight Operations Engineering

Main responsibilities:

• Monitor and develop simulator fleet technical performance and reliability, including KPI follow-up and improvement actions.
• Coordinate simulator hardware and software management, including modifications, updates, troubleshooting and version control.
• Develop preventive maintenance programs, operating instructions and technical processes.
• Coordinate technical activities with simulator manufacturers, equipment suppliers, software vendors and other specialists.
• Support regulatory compliance and quality management, including non-compliance reporting and corrective actions.
• Participate in simulator renewal, upgrade, replacement and entry-into-service projects, including testing, qualification and follow-up of technical items.
• Maintain and develop simulator technical documentation and engineering processes.

Our expectations:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Information Technology.
• Good understanding of avionics, aviation, simulation, software-based systems and networked environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize technical activities in a complex operational environment.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage technical information.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Good written and spoken English and Finnish.

Working at Finnair:

We offer you an exciting opportunity to work in the fast-changing aviation and international travel industry in a culture that drives and enables professional development and continuous improvement. You will be supported by internally highly rated supervisory work with modern leadership practices that we constantly develop. 

We are happy to enable our employees to enrich their lives and fulfill their travel dreams by offering a wide leisure travel benefit. We also support the health and wellbeing of our employees through our own Sickness Fund insurance benefit, Epassi sport (culture, health & wellbeing or commuting benefit), gyms around the Finnair campus and activities organized by our hobby clubs.

Are you ready for the challenge and want to join our team? Submit your application with your CV, cover letter and salary expectation no later than Sunday, 22 November 2026. 

Please note that the hiring process includes a pre-employment security clearance and a drug test.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Pekka Helenius (Head of Flight Operations Engineering) by phone +358 40 836 2232 on the specified hours stated below (GMT +02:00):

• Tuesday, 10 November between 1pm to 2pm
• Tuesday, 17 November between 2pm to 3pm

Please note that we do not process applications submitted by email.

Our people are key to our success and the foundation that makes Finnair unique. We are committed to creating a safe work environment where all our people can thrive and succeed. We cherish diversity and strive to employ people with different backgrounds and experiences, to bring together multiple views to foster our business success.  According to our employee survey, respecting diversity is at a high level in our work community. You are welcome to join Finnair as your authentic self.