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Why Primes Choose Simtek for A320 Simulator Avionics

  • ccowley
  • 3 days ago
  • 3 min read
Simtek - A320 cockpit

When a prime contractor is building, upgrading, or sustaining an Airbus A320 full-flight simulator, the “avionics” inside that cockpit aren’t just hardware—they’re training-critical systems that must be durable, consistent, supportable, and integration-ready for the long haul.


At Simtek, we’ve become a trusted partner for primes who need A320 simulator avionics that can withstand intense training cycles, stay stable across fleets, and remain supportable even when legacy components go obsolete.

Here’s why primes choose Simtek for A320 programs.


1) Built for Training Duty Cycles, Not Aircraft Duty Cycles

Simulators see more repetitive use than real aircraft. In an A320 training environment, cockpit controls and interfaces are exercised constantly during:

  • Recurrent training and checking

  • SOP drills and automation management scenarios

  • Abnormal and emergency procedures

  • Instructor-driven repetitions and resets

  • High-frequency student interaction across multiple shifts

That means components must be engineered for repeatability and endurance—not occasional use. Simtek designs and builds simulated avionics for high-cycle reliability.


2) Prime-Friendly Partnership and Direct Lines of Communication

Primes don’t have time for slow answers or vendor bottlenecks. When integration, schedule, and acceptance milestones are on the line, responsiveness matters.

Simtek supports primes with:

  • Direct access to engineering, production, quality, and shipping

  • Clear technical alignment and documentation expectations

  • Fast issue triage and practical resolution paths

  • Leadership visibility when programs require immediate decisions

We communicate like a partner—because primes need suppliers who act like one.


3) Consistency Across Devices and Across Upgrade Waves

A320 programs often involve multiple devices, multiple training centers, and periodic retrofits. If one cockpit behaves differently than another, instructors and pilots notice immediately.

Simtek focuses on:

  • Repeatable manufacturing processes and controlled builds

  • Configuration discipline so updates don’t create “drift”

  • Integration-friendly mechanical and electrical interfaces

  • Stable behavior across devices to protect training fidelity

Primes choose Simtek because we help deliver fleet consistency, not one-off wins.


4) Obsolescence and Sustainment: Keeping A320 Training Online

Simulator programs live long lives. Electronics and subassemblies don’t always cooperate with that reality—components go end-of-life, vendors change, and lead times can become a program risk overnight.

Simtek is a go-to option for primes who need:

  • Reverse engineering and replacement of obsolete simulator avionics

  • Drop-in solutions that minimize redesign and training impact

  • Sustainment strategies that protect device uptime and parts availability

We’re built for long-term support—not just initial delivery.


5) Quality Discipline That Reduces Risk for Primes

Quality is not just a final inspection—it’s a process. Primes pick suppliers who prevent defects early and provide documentation that stands up under scrutiny.

Simtek emphasizes:

  • In-process inspections at multiple build stages

  • Traceability and verification of conforming parts

  • Practical documentation support for integration and acceptance

  • A quality culture aligned with prime expectations

The result: fewer surprises, fewer rework loops, and smoother acceptance.


6) Uptime Matters: Rapid Response and Practical Stock Strategy

When a simulator goes down, training schedules slip and costs climb. Primes need partners who treat simulator downtime with AOG-level urgency.

Simtek helps reduce disruption through:

  • Rapid response support for troubleshooting and repairs

  • Sustainment-minded planning for critical items

  • A practical approach to spares and lead-time risk

Our goal is simple: protect training availability.


The Bottom Line

Primes choose Simtek for A320 simulator avionics because we deliver:

  • Training-duty durability

  • Repeatable, consistent builds

  • Obsolescence and sustainment solutions

  • Quality discipline with real traceability

  • Prime-friendly communication and responsiveness

  • Uptime-focused support

If you’re building, upgrading, or sustaining an A320 training device and need a supplier who understands prime accountability, Simtek is ready to help.





 
 
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