WHO WE ARE
ANAVIA, a Swiss high-tech multinational, specialises in the design, development and manufacture of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) systems of up to 750 kilograms. We offer industry-leading unmanned helicopter systems for a variety of missions and applications.
With a team of highly trained and experienced composite, mechatronics, electronics, maintenance flight test and software engineers and other functional experts, we own and manage the entire value chain – from conceptualisation to final quality manufacturing.
Headquartered in Switzerland with a fully owned business unit in the UAE, we have a reputation for groundbreaking innovation and uncompromising quality that reflects our “Made in Switzerland” heritage. This is reinforced by our robust, all-European supply chain that ensures the highest quality standards, stable, and safe procurement processes for reliable manufacturing and delivery.
All of our systems and sub-systems are free of ITAR restrictions.
Our Story
ANAVIA brings together some of the most experienced minds in UAV development, united by a passion for innovation and a drive to push the boundaries of unmanned flight.
Our goal is to redefine the future of unmanned vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft, delivering next-generation UAV platforms that ensure precision, reliability, and mission success across diverse applications.
Based in Näfels, Switzerland—just 40 minutes from Zurich—ANAVIA operates a cutting-edge, 40,000-sq-ft production facility. Our advanced UAV manufacturing processes enable a team of up to 200 specialists to produce over 100 high-performance UAVs annually.
With an expanding network of sales offices, distribution centres, and service hubs across the globe, ANAVIA ensures industry-leading customer support for UAV operators worldwide.
We are ANAVIA. We enable unmanned flight performance.
Vision, Mission, and Values
Our Vision:
ANAVIA is redefining VTOL UAV aviation, aiming to lead the 50 to 750 kg MTOW market with cutting-edge payload integration, sensor technology, and data transmission solutions for mission-critical operations.
Our Mission:
We design and manufacture ready-to-fly UAVs that deliver exceptional performance, reliability, and safety. Built for demanding environments, our aircraft ensure mission success with precision and confidence.
Our Values:
Quality, innovation, and customer commitment drive everything we do. By pushing the boundaries of unmanned VTOL technology, we create next-generation UAV solutions that elevate autonomous flight performance.
Careers
At ANAVIA, a dedicated team of specialists in development, electronics, software, mechanics, mechatronics, and avionics work together to create cutting-edge VTOL UAV solutions for diverse industries. The challenges we tackle in engineering and aeronautics offer exciting opportunities for those ready to innovate.
As a fast-growing company, we are always looking for new talent across all departments. Our Swiss locations in Bilten and Näfels, just 40 minutes from Zurich, provide an inspiring environment for ambitious professionals. Fluency in German or English and a Swiss work permit (CH/EU) are required for all positions.
If you're ready to take your career to new heights, send your CV and supporting documents to career@anavia.eu. We’ll respond promptly with more details. We look forward to hearing from you!
ABOUT EDGE
We live in an accelerating world. Characterised by uncharted frontiers, the future is empowered by advanced technology that is galvanising a new breed of players. At the edge of these frontiers exist no limits – where boundless opportunities await.
Transforming how we live, and ensuring a more secure future, is what we do. We are EDGE; and our mission is simple. To disrupt complacency. To move with speed. And to counter threats.
We will not only revolutionise the defence industry, but we will change its fundamentals. We are the vanguard of the next generation, of a reimagined sector. We prioritise technology in a non-binary world and seek universal solutions. We work with everyone: big or small, start-up or established, local or global.
We are EDGE. We enable a secure future.