Careers
At ANAVIA committed specialists from various disciplines (development, electronics, software, mechanics, mechatronics, avionics, etc.) work together to develop innovative solutions for our customers, who operate across many different sectors. The breadth of our activities and the engineering and aeronautical challenges we face represent the enormously diverse opportunities you could enjoy as a member of our team.
As a fast-growing company we are always looking for new talent across all our departments and welcome your application. Our location in Switzerland are Bilten and Näfels – approx. 40 minutes from Zurich). German or good English skills and a Swiss work permit (CH/EU) are required for all positions in Switzerland. Please send your CV and other documents supporting your application to career@anavia.eu.
We will get back to you immediately with further information and a detailed job description. We look forward to hearing from you!
Customer Support Service
(Näfels/Switzerland)
Key Tasks
- Collaboration with internal departments and external stakeholders to receive relevant operational authorizations (e.g. SORA-process in accordance with Drone Regulation EU 2019/947).
- Initiate and coordinate operational authorization and other regulatory topics with relevant NAAs.
- Development and maintenance of manuals and processes to obtain and maintain operational authorizations.
- Familiarization and assessment of latest regulation and information related to the operation of unmanned aerial vehicles. Information and training of internal stakeholders in this regard.
- Act as Flight Safety Manager and establish and maintain a Safety Management System.
- Establish and maintain a compliant occurrence reporting scheme (e.g., in accordance with regulation EU 376/2014).
Other Tasks
- Consulting of the management for regulation-relevant topics.
- Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System.
- Perform internal and external audits.
- Perform internal regulatory and aviation standard related trainings.
Competencies & Duties
- Working independently and responsibly. Perform tasks as described above.
- Compliance according to ANAVIA’ employment contract, compliance with company’ safety instructions and employee’ safety requirements, compliance with employers’ quality manual, work instructions and corresponding process specifications and instructions.
- Maintain updated knowledge of company products and services.
- Maintain expert knowledge of relevant unmanned aviation rulemaking.
- International travel required of up to 25% of employee’ working hours. Qualifications
- Completed higher education (e.g. ETH, HTL, etc.).
- Throughout knowledge of Safety Management Systems according ICAO requirements (e.g., Doc. 9859). • Expert knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and framework for unmanned aerial vehicles (e.g., EU 2019/947).
- Sound technical and systems engineering understanding. Process-oriented and structured work methods. • Solid computer skills.
- Good language skills in English (oral and written). German desirable.
Key Tasks:
- Perform on-site installation, maintenance, and repair of ANAVIA’s UAV systems at client locations.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues to ensure minimal downtime and optimal system performance.
- Provide comprehensive training to clients on the operation and maintenance of UAV systems.
- Travel extensively, both locally and internationally, to support customers in different locations.
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols and industry regulations during all field operations.
- Maintain detailed and accurate records of service activities, including issues encountered, solutions implemented, and progress reports.
Other Tasks:
- Assist in the development of service manuals and training manuals.
- Coordinate with internal teams to address customer needs effectively.
- Identify and suggest process improvements for better service delivery while collaborating with the engineering team to relay client feedback.
Competencies & Duties:
- Work independently and responsibly. Perform assigned tasks as described above.
- Compliance according to ANAVIA’s employment contract, compliance with company’s safety instructions and employee safety requirements, compliance with employer’s quality manual, work instructions and corresponding process specifications and instructions.
- Maintain updated knowledge of company products and services.
- International travel required of up to 40% of employee’s working hours.
Qualifications:
- Completed higher education (e.g., ETH, HTL) certification in electronics, mechatronics, aerospace engineering, or a related field.
- At a minimum 5 years’ experience in an aviation maintenance or a field service representative role.
- Strong technical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex mechanical and electronic issues.
- High flexibility and willingness to travel internationally.
- Responsible. Excellent communication skills. High social skills and good analytical and technical understanding with the ability to train and support clients effectively.
- Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and software applications relevant to UAV systems.
- Solid computer skills and ERP knowledge.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding customer targets and positive customer feedback. Excellent active listening and probing skills.
- Strong language skills in English (oral and written). German and/or other languages desirable.
Engineering
(Näfels/Switzerland)
Key Responsibilities:
- Requirements Definition: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, document, and clearly define system requirements for unmanned helicopter systems.
- Requirements Analysis: Analyze and prioritize requirements to ensure they meet project goals and comply with relevant regulations and standards.
- Requirements Management: Maintain a requirements traceability matrix to track changes and ensure compliance throughout the system lifecycle.
- Collaboration: Work closely with engineering teams, including design, software, and testing, to communicate requirements and ensure effective implementation.
- Verification and Validation: Develop and execute verification and validation plans to ensure that system requirements are fulfilled through testing and analysis.
- Risk Assessment: Identify and assess potential risks associated with requirements and contribute to risk mitigation strategies.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about industry trends and advancements in requirements engineering, applying best practices to enhance processes and workflows.
Competencies & Duties:
- Working independently and responsibly. Perform tasks as described above.
- Compliance according to ANAVIA's employment contract, compliance with company safety instructions and employee safety requirements, compliance with employer's quality manual, work instructions, and corresponding process specifications and instructions.
- International travel required of up to 25% of employee's working hours.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; a master’s degree is a plus.
- Experience: Proven experience in data analysis, preferably within the aerospace or UAV industry; familiarity with flight data analysis is advantageous.
- Skills: Proven experience in data analysis, preferably within the aerospace or UAV industry; familiarity with flight data analysis is advantageous.
- Communication: Very good communication skills. High social skills and good analytical and excellent technical understanding.
- Language: Good language skills in English (oral and written). German desirable.
- Passport: Swiss / EU Nationals only.
- Location: On-Site in Näfels, Switzerland.
Key Tasks
- Structural Analysis and Simulation: Perform detailed finite element analysis (FEA, e.g. FEMAP, NASTRAN, ANSYS) to assess the structural integrity of unmanned helicopter components, including rotor heads, propulsion systems, composite structures, and landing gear.
- Load and Fatigue Analysis: Conduct static, dynamic, vibration, and fatigue analyses to evaluate performance under operational and extreme load conditions. Assess the impact of cyclic loads on rotating machinery and composite materials.
- Composite and Metallic Structures: Analyze composite layups, bonding interfaces, and hybrid metal-composite structures, ensuring optimized strength-to-weight ratios and compliance with aerospace standards.
- Test and Correlation: Highly desirable having developed and executed structural testing, including strain gauge instrumentation, accelerometers, and DAQ systems. Correlate test data with FEA predictions, refining models to improve simulation accuracy.
- Documentation: Prepare detailed engineering documentation, including design specifications, testing procedures, and maintenance manuals.
- Collaboration: Work closely with electrical, aerodynamic, and software engineering teams to ensure integrated design and performance of the unmanned helicopter systems.
- Compliance Assurance: Ensure mechanical designs comply with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about advancements in mechanical engineering and UAV technology, integrating best practices into analysis processes.
Competencies & Duties
- Working independently and responsibly. Perform tasks as described above.
- Compliance according to ANAVIA’s employment contract, compliance with company’s safety instructions and employee’s safety requirements, compliance with employers’ quality manual, work instructions, and corresponding process specifications and instructions.
- International travel required of up to 25% of employee’s working hours.
Qualifications
- Education: Master degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field and (3) years of industry experience. Doctoral degree is equivalent to industry experience.
- Experience: Proven experience in structural analysis, preferably in the manned helicopter industry. A must is either composite structures or rotating machinery and components experience. Hands-on experience with structural testing is desirable.
- Skills: Strong understanding of finite element principles, materials science, and failure criteria. Proficiency in FEA software (ANSYS and Optistruct preferred) and simulation tools.
- Communication: Very good communication skills. High social skills and good analytical and excellent technical understanding.
- Language: Good language skills in English (oral and written). German desirable.
- Passport: Swiss / EU Nationals only.
Key Tasks
- Mechanical Design: Design and develop mechanical systems for unmanned helicopters, with a focus on structural components, landing gear, propulsion systems, and control mechanisms. Experience with either composite structures (layups) or rotating machinery (rotor heads, turbines or propellers) is a must.
- Composite and Structural Analysis and Simulation: Proven expertise in composite materials to optimize weight, strength and durability. Perform basic mechanical analysis and simulations (e.g., hand calculations, or simplified finite element analysis) to evaluate the structural integrity and performance of designs under various load conditions.
- Rotating Machinery and Dynamics: Contribute to the design and testing of rotating components, ensuring reliability and vibration control. Perform basic dynamic load assessments and fatigue analysis for rotor systems and gas turbines.
- Prototyping and Testing: Able to work with manufacturing and testing teams to build prototypes and conduct testing. Perform validation testing to ensure design meets performance and safety requirements.
- Documentation: Prepare detailed engineering documentation, including design specifications, testing procedures, and maintenance manuals.
- Collaboration: Work closely with electrical, aerodynamic, and software engineering teams to ensure integrated design and performance of the unmanned helicopter systems.
- Compliance Assurance: Ensure mechanical designs comply with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about advancements in mechanical engineering and UAV technology, integrating best practices into design processes.
Competencies & Duties
- Working independently and responsibly. Perform tasks as described above.
- Compliance according to ANAVIA’s employment contract, compliance with company’s safety instructions and employee’s safety requirements, compliance with employers’ quality manual, work instructions, and corresponding process specifications and instructions.
- International travel required of up to 25% of employee’s working hours.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field with (3) years of industry experience. Master degree with (2) years of industry experience is equivalent.
- Experience: Proven experience in mechanical engineering, preferably in the manned helicopter industry. A must is either composite structures or rotating machinery and components experience.
- Skills: Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, materials science, and manufacturing processes. Proficiency in CAD software (CREO preferred) and simulation tools.
- Communication: Very good communication skills. High social skills and good analytical and excellent technical understanding.
- Language: Good language skills in English (oral and written). German desirable.
- Passport: Swiss / EU Nationals only.
Key Tasks
- Aerodynamic Analysis: Conduct aerodynamic analyses of unmanned helicopter designs using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and wind tunnel testing to assess performance under various flight conditions.
- Design Optimization: Collaborate with design and engineering teams to develop and refine helicopter designs that optimize aerodynamic efficiency, stability, and control.
- Performance Evaluation: Evaluate flight performance metrics, such as lift, drag, and maneuverability, and provide recommendations for design improvements based on analytical findings.
- Model Development: Create and maintain aerodynamic models for simulation and analysis, ensuring they accurately represent the helicopter's performance characteristics.
- Documentation: Prepare detailed reports and documentation on aerodynamic analyses, including findings, recommendations, and technical specifications for internal and regulatory review.
- Collaboration: Work with multi-disciplinary teams, including structural engineers, control engineers, and system designers, to ensure integrated performance of the unmanned helicopter systems.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on advancements in aerodynamics and related technologies, incorporating best practices and innovative approaches into design processes.
Competencies & Duties
- Working independently and responsibly. Perform tasks as described above.
- Compliance according to ANAVIA’s employment contract, compliance with company’s safety instructions and employee’s safety requirements, compliance with employers’ quality manual, work instructions, and corresponding process specifications and instructions.
- International travel required of up to 25% of employee’s working hours.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; a master’s degree or Ph.D. is preferred.
- Experience: Proven experience in aerodynamics analysis and design, preferably in the aerospace industry.
- Skills: Strong understanding of aerodynamics principles, fluid dynamics, and flight mechanics. Proficiency in CFD software (e.g., ANSYS Fluent, OpenFOAM) and other simulation tools.
- Communication: Very good communication skills. High social skills and good analytical and excellent technical understanding.
- Language: Good language skills in English (oral and written). German desirable.
- Passport: Swiss / EU Nationals only.
Key Tasks
- Design and develop electrical systems for unmanned helicopters, including power distribution, wiring, and control systems.
- Conduct electrical analyses and simulations to assess the performance of electrical systems under various operating conditions.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., mechanical, aerodynamic, software) to integrate electrical systems into the overall helicopter design.
- Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards, regulations, and company policies for electrical design and manufacturing.
- Develop electrical schematics, system layouts, and wiring diagrams for prototypes and production models.
- Test and validate electrical systems to ensure performance, reliability, and safety requirements are met.
- Troubleshoot electrical system failures and propose solutions to enhance system reliability.
- Prepare documentation, including technical specifications, user manuals, and maintenance guidelines for electrical systems.
Competencies & Duties
- Ability to work independently and take responsibility for assigned tasks.
- Ensure compliance with company’s safety protocols and quality standards.
- Ability to travel internationally, if required, for up to 25% of the working hours.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree or Ph.D. is preferred.
- Experience: Proven experience in electrical system design, preferably in the aerospace or automotive industry.
- Skills: Strong knowledge of electrical system design principles, circuit theory, and control systems. Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks) and simulation tools.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work well in a team and collaborate with other engineering disciplines.
- Language: Proficient in English (oral and written). Additional languages are a plus.
- Passport: Swiss / EU Nationals only.
Key Tasks
- Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test procedures to evaluate the performance, functionality, and safety of unmanned helicopter systems.
- Conduct both hardware and software testing to validate the integration of electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
- Perform environmental testing (temperature, vibration, humidity) to simulate real-world operating conditions for unmanned helicopters.
- Design and implement automated test systems to improve testing efficiency and repeatability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams (electrical, mechanical, software) to identify and resolve potential issues before testing begins.
- Document and analyze test results, identifying any performance discrepancies or failures, and provide recommendations for design improvements.
- Work with suppliers and vendors to coordinate external testing and evaluate third-party components and systems.
- Maintain a thorough understanding of test equipment, including data acquisition systems, strain gauges, and accelerometers.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company safety protocols during testing procedures.
Competencies & Duties
- Ability to work independently, manage test schedules, and ensure high-quality standards are met.
- Effective problem-solving skills to identify issues and develop solutions quickly.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure accuracy in data collection and reporting.
- Willingness to travel for on-site testing or to customer locations if required (up to 25% of working hours).
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
- Experience: Proven experience in test engineering, preferably in the aerospace or automotive industry. Experience with unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems is highly desirable.
- Skills: Strong understanding of testing principles, test equipment, and simulation software. Proficiency with test tools such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, and other data acquisition software.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to present technical findings to both engineering teams and non-technical stakeholders.
- Language: Proficient in English (oral and written). Additional languages are a plus.
- Passport: Swiss / EU Nationals only.
Key Responsibilities
- Technical Documentation Creation: Develop and maintain high-quality technical documents, including user manuals, maintenance guides, operational procedures, system specifications for unmanned helicopter systems and supplement the documents with CAD generated detail views.
- Document Review and Editing: Conduct thorough reviews and edits of technical documents to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance with industry standards.
Collaboration with Teams: Work closely with engineering, quality assurance, and production teams to gather necessary information and ensure documentation aligns with system capabilities and requirements. - Documentation Management: Organize and maintain a structured repository of technical documents, ensuring proper version control and accessibility for stakeholders.
Compliance Assurance: Ensure all technical documentation meets relevant regulatory and industry standards, including aviation regulations. - Training and Support Materials: Create training materials and assist in developing training programs for internal teams and end-users, focusing on operational and maintenance procedures.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on best practices in technical writing and documentation management, recommending improvements to enhance processes and efficiency.
Competencies & Duties
- Working independently and responsibly. Perform tasks as described above.
- Compliance according to ANAVIA’ employment contract, compliance with company’ safety instructions and employee’ safety requirements, compliance with employers’ quality manual, work instructions and corresponding process specifications and instructions.
- International travel required of up to 25% of employee’ working hours.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, or a related field; certifications in technical writing or documentation management are a plus.
- Experience: Proven experience in technical writing or documentation engineering, preferably within the aerospace, or UAV industry. Manned Aviation Industry experience is preferred.
- Skills: Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex technical information to diverse audiences.
- Communication: Very good communication skills. High social skills and good analytical and excellent technical understanding.
- Language: Good language skills in English (oral and written). German desirable.
- Passport: Swiss / EU Nationals only.
- Location: On-Site in Näfels, Switzerland.
Flight Operations
(Näfels/Switzerland)
Key Tasks
- Part of the Operating crew, support day-to-day operation.
- Gather test performance information during and post-flight.
- Prepare, coordinate, and conduct all development flight testing requirements, with regards to specific flight profiles.
- Record ground test and flight test performance data and display information in clear and concise reports.
- Be fully conversant and knowledgeable with all Rotorcraft systems, limitations, and safety procedures outlined in the Flight Manual.
- Be responsible and accountable for the safe and correct conduct of all Ground and Air related rotorcraft testing within the responsibility of the Flight Test Engineer position.
- Provide assistance to the Remote Pilot during pre-flight, in-flight, handover, and pre-landing checklist activities.
- Monitoring of critical rotorcraft systems.
- Support the development team in defining test scenarios for the verification and validation flight test phase for products and prototypes.
- Daily tasks include test plan and test card generation, real-time data monitoring during ground and flight tests, directing tests, data analysis and documentation, test readiness review preparation, and on-aircraft troubleshooting.
- Work closely with system, avionics, propulsion, structural, software, and flight controls engineers to develop and support flight testing for VTOL platform.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to resolve issues.
- Support the flight authorization process and any process necessary for the flight execution.
Other Tasks
- Work as a team member to assemble and set up equipment for Flight Operations and customer demonstrations.
- Act as Pilot in Command for test flights could be required, after proper training.
- Act as Flight Test Engineer Instructor for internal training.
Competencies & Duties
- Experience in UAS operations and with UAS flight testing.
Qualifications
- University degree in Aerospace Engineering or in a relevant Engineering discipline.
- Knowledge of flight test techniques and methods.
- Good English language skills, both verbal and in writing.
- Proficient in MS Office.
- Basic knowledge of Matlab/Simulink.
- Basic knowledge of Risk Management for operations.
- Driving license.
Key Tasks
- Perform Flight Planning, Site Survey, and Risk Analysis for UAS operation to applicable standards.
- Develop and execute flight test plans and procedures in support of systems under test or customer demonstrations.
- Support the flight authorization process and any process necessary for the flight execution.
- Compile and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Act as instructor for Remote Pilot and Pilot in Command role, including lesson creation and delivery for internal and/or external training.
Other Tasks
- Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to resolve issues.
Competencies & Duties
- Experience in UAS operations and control as remote pilot.
Qualifications
- At least 5 years of aviation experience, related subjects (ATC/Flight Planning/Met/Air Law/Navigation/Human Factors/Emergency Procedures).
- Good English language skills, both verbal and written.
- Basic knowledge of Risk Management for operations.
- Proficient in MS Office.
- Driving license.
Key Tasks
- Support flight operations by ensuring all systems are operational and ready for flight.
- Perform pre-flight and post-flight inspections, maintenance, and troubleshooting on unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and other flight equipment.
- Assist with the assembly, disassembly, and setup of flight hardware and equipment for UAS operations.
- Ensure that all flight equipment is properly calibrated and functional before each flight.
- Monitor flight systems during flight and provide real-time support to the flight crew as required.
- Record and document maintenance and troubleshooting activities during flight operations.
- Assist in the preparation of flight test plans and operational procedures for UAS operations and customer demonstrations.
- Ensure compliance with all safety standards, aviation regulations, and company policies during flight operations.
- Provide technical support to the remote pilot and flight crew during flight planning, execution, and debriefing sessions.
Other Tasks
- Assist in the testing and validation of new systems, software, and hardware as part of the flight testing process.
- Support the team in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues during operations and flight testing.
- Participate in the maintenance of UAS ground support equipment and other necessary tools for operations.
Competencies & Duties
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills for unmanned aerial systems.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with other engineering and flight personnel.
- Detail-oriented, with the ability to spot issues and resolve them quickly in high-pressure situations.
- Willingness to work flexible hours and potentially travel for UAS operations.
Qualifications
- Education: Associate degree in Aviation Maintenance, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Experience: Proven experience in aviation maintenance, UAS operations, or a similar technical role. UAS flight technician experience is highly desirable.
- Skills: Familiarity with flight control systems, avionics, and ground support equipment. Basic knowledge of flight operations and procedures.
- Communication: Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Language: Proficiency in English (oral and written). Additional languages are a plus.
- Other: Valid driver’s license. Willingness to undergo flight safety and operational training as required.
Job Overview
As a Flight Control Software Engineer at Anavia, you will be responsible for the design, integration, and testing of flight control software for our unmanned helicopter systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that our systems are reliable, efficient, and compliant with industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Flight Control Software: Design, implement and test model based software, enabling new flight functionality.
- Simulation: Test newly implemented features in a thorough simulation framework.
Documentation: Aid in the creation of documentation and training materials outlining the flight control logic. - Autonomy: Design safe, reliable, autonomous flight sequences that suit customer needs and meet the newest safety regulations.
- Collaboration: Work closely with engineering teams, including design engineers, flight operations, and avionics engineers to provide new features and product enhancements that enable our customer’s vision.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about industry trends and advancements in safety regulations and sensor technology, incorporating best practices into workflows.
Competencies & Duties
- Working independently and communicating complex technical matters precisely and concisely to a multidisciplinary team
- Compliance according to ANAVIA’s employment contract, compliance with company’ safety instructions and employee’ safety requirements, compliance with ANAVIA’s quality manual, work instructions and corresponding process specifications and instructions.
- International travel required of up to 25% of employee’ working hours.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Experience: Significant experience with model based programming, preferably in the aviation or space industry; Familiarity with the associated standards and best practices; Experience with programming in C or similar is a plus
- Skills: Strong knowledge of model based programming (Simulink or similar); Good understanding of flight dynamics; Capability to design thorough test programs from unit to system level
- Communication: Very good technical communication skills.
- Language: Excellent language skills in English (oral and written). German desirable.
- Passport: Swiss / EU Nationals only.
- Location: On-Site in Näfels, Switzerland.
Job Overview
As a Flight Data Engineer at Anavia, you will be responsible for the design, integration, and testing of unmanned helicopter systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that our systems are reliable, efficient, and compliant with industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Data Collection and Management: Oversee the collection, organization, and storage of data generated during UAV operations, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
- Data Analysis: Analyse flight data to assess UAV performance, identify trends, and uncover insights that inform design improvements and operational strategies.
- Reporting: Develop and produce comprehensive reports and visualizations that effectively communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Collaboration: Work closely with engineering teams, including flight control, test bench, and design engineers, to provide data-driven insights that guide product development and enhancements.
- Tool Development: Create and maintain analytical tools and scripts to automate data processing and analysis tasks, improving efficiency and accuracy.
- Validation and Testing: Support flight testing by analysing data to validate performance metrics and identify potential issues or areas for optimization.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about industry trends and advancements in data analysis techniques, incorporating best practices into workflows.
Competencies & Duties
- Working independently and communicating complex technical matters precisely and concisely to a multidisciplinary team.
- Compliance according to ANAVIA’s employment contract, compliance with company’ safety instructions and employee’ safety requirements, compliance with ANAVIA’s quality manual, work instructions and corresponding process specifications and instructions.
- International travel required of up to 25% of employee’ working hours.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Experience: Significant experience with analysis of large datasets, preferably in the aviation or space industry; familiarity with software tools for data processing and the fundamentals of flight dynamics
- Skills: Strong knowledge of data science tools (Python, Jupyter, etc.), experience with embedded systems and their communication (CAN, UART, etc.) and fundamental understanding of flight dynamics
- Communication: Very good technical communication skills.
- Language: Excellent language skills in English (oral and written). German desirable.
- Passport: Swiss / EU Nationals only.
- Location: On-Site in Näfels, Switzerland.
Manufacturing
(Näfels/Switzerland)
Key Tasks
- Perform sub-assembly and final-assembly tasks.
- Fit and install electrical systems as well as avionics systems.
- Collaborate with engineers and other technicians to resolve assembly problems and improve processes.
Other Tasks
- Perform system tests to ensure proper function and compliance with regulations.
- Maintain and follow health, safety, and quality standards during the assembly process.
Competencies & Duties
- Working independently and responsibly. Perform tasks as described above. Proactive communication when issues arise, or help is needed.
- Compliance according to ANAVIA’s employment contract, compliance with company’s safety instructions and employee’s safety requirements, compliance with employer’s quality manual, work instructions, and corresponding process specifications and instructions.
- Assure 5S behavior to drive clean, safe, and efficient work processes.
Qualifications
- Completed technical education.
- At a minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar technical function.
- Solid technical and practical understanding of mechanical, mechatronic, and electrical systems.
- Process-oriented and structured work methods.
- Responsible. Good technical understanding. Good communication skills.
- Good language skills in English (oral and written). German desirable.
Key Tasks
- Perform tasks such as incoming goods inspection and testing, sub-assembly, final assembly of aircraft, accessories, and payloads.
- Scheduled and non-scheduled aircraft maintenance work at Swiss headquarters as well as globally.
- Non-scheduled aircraft repair work such as sub-systems removal, installation, replacements, and subsequent testing at Swiss headquarters as well as globally.
- Ensure all pre and post-flight maintenance is accomplished, recorded, and signed.
- Ensure all Ground Support Equipment (GSE) is serviceable and maintained in good order to support daily flight operations.
- Prepare transportation of aircraft, payloads, and other equipment, especially related to complying with Dangerous Goods requirements.
Other Tasks
- Preparation of aircraft, GCS, and data transmission systems, aircraft maintenance, flight preparation, assistance to external pilot (as required), and ground movements for flight missions.
- Act as Technician instructor for internal and/or external training.
- Support to perform root cause analysis, fault diagnosis using test equipment, and implement approved corrective actions to resolve issues.
- Reporting task on task executed as needed by HR, Finance, or Quality.
Competencies & Duties
- Working independently and responsibly. Perform tasks as described above. Proactive communication when issues arise, or help is needed.
- Compliance according to ANAVIA’s employment contract, compliance with company’s safety instructions and employee’s safety requirements, compliance with employer’s quality manual, work instructions, and corresponding process specifications and instructions.
- International travel required of up to 50% of employee’s working hours.
- Assure 5S behavior to drive clean, safe, and efficient work processes.
Qualifications
- Completed technical education.
- At a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a technician for manned and/or unmanned aircraft. Thorough knowledge of aircraft assembly and maintenance work requirements.
- Sound technical and practical understanding of complex mechanical, mechatronic, and electrical systems.
- Process-oriented and structured work methods.
- Responsible. Good technical understanding. Good communication skills.
- Good language skills in English (oral and written). German desirable.
Key Tasks
- Perform sub-assembly and final-assembly tasks.
- Fit and install mechanical systems, electrical systems, as well as avionics systems.
- Collaborate with engineers and other technicians to resolve assembly problems and improve processes.
Other Tasks
- Test assembled parts and systems to ensure proper function and compliance with regulations.
- Maintain and follow health, safety, and quality standards during the assembly process.
Competencies & Duties
- Working independently and responsibly. Perform tasks as described above. Proactive communication when issues arise, or help is needed.
- Compliance according to ANAVIA’s employment contract, compliance with company’s safety instructions and employee’s safety requirements, compliance with employer’s quality manual, work instructions, and corresponding process specifications and instructions.
- Assure 5S behavior to drive clean, safe, and efficient work processes.
Qualifications
- Completed technical education.
- At a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar technical function.
- Solid technical and practical understanding of mechanical, mechatronic, and electrical systems.
- Process-oriented and structured work methods.
- Responsible. Good technical understanding. Good communication skills.
- Good language skills in English (oral and written). German desirable.
About the Company:
ANAVIA specializes in the design, development & manufacturing of vertical takeoff & landing (VTOL) systems of up to 500 kilograms. The company offers industry leading unmanned helicopter systems for various mission profiles, such as Surveillance & Reconnaissance, Inspection or Mapping & Cargo.
We are a rapidly growing startup that has tripled in size in the past month! New faces are joining us every week as we continue to build an energetic and innovative team. We are looking for a dynamic Recruiter to help us attract top talent and support our incredible growth.
As a Recruiter
As a Recruiter, you will play a crucial role in identifying, engaging, and hiring the best talent for our expanding team. Experience in recruiting is a plus, but not a requirement, we value enthusiasm, adaptability, and a strong desire to learn. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys connecting with people.
Your main tasks & duties
- Source, screen, and interview potential candidates for a variety of roles.
- Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and develop job descriptions.
- Manage the full recruitment cycle, from job posting to offer acceptance.
- Build and maintain a pipeline of potential candidates.
- Coordinate and schedule interviews, ensuring a seamless experience for candidates.
- Promote our company culture and values to attract top talent.
- Utilize creative sourcing methods to find and engage with the best candidates.
With this you convince us:
- A passion for people and connecting talent with opportunity.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- A proactive and adaptable mindset.
- Previous recruiting experience is a plus but not required, we’ll provide training!
Become part of the Anavia family
- A committed and international team is waiting for you
- Exciting projects and room to grow in every dimension
- Support for training and opportunities for personal and professional development
- Team events at which we celebrate our successes together
- Beautiful Swiss mountain view office in Näfels, Glarus Nord.
If you are interested in a multicultural, challenging and innovative working environment and your profile matches our requirements, we are looking forward to receiving your online application in English or German.
Be part of the ANAVIA family :)
Please note, that this job is only open to candidates holding a valid Swiss Working Permit/ EU Nationals/ Swiss Nationals.
Corporate, Quality, Logistics
(Näfels/Switzerland)
Key Tasks
- Perform incoming goods and first article inspections.
- Perform in-production quality checks on products, documentation, and methodologies (e.g., FOD, etc.).
- Responsible for the tools- and equipment calibration management.
- Configuration checks.
- Processing and coordination of the non-conformance management process.
Other Tasks
- Support ANAVIA’s supplier quality management.
- Perform internal and external audits.
- Support the maintenance and improvement of ANAVIA’s quality management system.
Competencies & Duties
- Working independently and responsibly. Perform tasks as described above. Proactive communication when issues arise, or help is needed.
- Compliance according to ANAVIA’s employment contract, compliance with company’s safety instructions and employee’s safety requirements, compliance with employer’s quality manual, work instructions, and corresponding process specifications and instructions.
- International travel required of up to 25% of employee’s working hours.
- Assure 5S behavior to drive clean, safe, and efficient work processes.
Qualifications
- At a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a technician for manned and/or unmanned aircraft. Thorough knowledge of aircraft assembly and maintenance work requirements.
- AML Part-66 License or equivalent desirable.
- Sound technical and practical understanding of complex mechanical, mechatronic, and electrical systems.
- Process-oriented and structured work methods.
- Responsible. Good technical understanding. Good communication skills.
- Good language skills in English (oral and written). German desirable.
Key Tasks
- Coordinating Transportation and Distribution
- Inventory Management
- Warehouse Management
Other Tasks
- Budget Management
- Customer Service Coordination
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Competencies & Duties
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Time Management
- Compliance Knowledge
- Planning and Coordinating Logistics Operations
- Inventory Control
- Order Fulfillment
Qualifications
- Completed training as a logistician
- Experience with warehouse logistics, logistics, and aerospace desired
- Very good knowledge of MS Office, good application knowledge of ERP-Systems
- Technical affinity is desired
- Fluency in German and good knowledge of English