Flight Technician

About the Company

ANAVIA specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) systems, with a capacity of up to 500 kilograms. Offering industry-leading unmanned helicopter systems, ANAVIA caters to various mission profiles, including Surveillance & Reconnaissance, Inspection, Mapping, and Cargo operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Aircraft Maintenance & Assembly:
  • Perform sub-assembly, final assembly, and repair tasks on aircraft, payloads, and associated components in accordance with work instructions and quality standards.
  • Execute scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities both at the Swiss headquarters and during international deployments.
  • Conduct inspections, installations, removals, replacements, and functional testing of subsystems and ground support equipment (GSE).
• Flight Operations:
  • Support pre-flight and post-flight inspections, system preparation, and maintenance, ensuring all work is completed, documented, and signed off correctly.
  • Prepare and maintain aircraft, Ground Control Stations (GCS), data transmission systems, and payloads for flight missions.
  • Assist remote pilots and manage ground movements during flight operations.
• Quality, Safety & Compliance:
  • Ensure full traceability and documentation of all tasks performed, including inspection and testing of incoming goods and parts.
  • Comply with safety standards, internal quality protocols, work instructions, and regulatory requirements (including handling Dangerous Goods).
  • Maintain all GSE in operational condition to support daily flight and test activities.
• Other Tasks:
  • Technical Problem Solving: Perform fault diagnosis using appropriate test equipment and support root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions for system failures or malfunctions. Contribute suggestions for product and process improvements based on operational experience.
  • Training & Collaboration: Act as a technician instructor for internal and/or external training sessions. Collaborate proactively with engineering, logistics, and operations teams to ensure seamless mission support.

Competencies & Duties

• Work independently and responsibly, performing tasks as described above.
• Engage in proactive communication when issues arise or assistance is needed.
• Comply with all relevant employment contracts, safety instructions, quality manuals, work instructions, and process specifications.
• Adopt 5S behavior to promote clean, safe, and efficient work processes.
• Be prepared for international travel, which may account for up to 50% of working hours.

Your Profile

• Completed technical education (e.g., in mechanical, electrical, or aerospace engineering).
• Minimum 7 years of experience as an aircraft technician (manned and/or unmanned).
• Proven understanding of aircraft assembly, system integration, and maintenance procedures.
• Strong diagnostic skills and hands-on experience with technical test equipment.
• Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Working knowledge of operational risk management practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and documentation tools.
• Valid driver’s license.

Become Part of the Anavia Family

A committed and international team is waiting for you. Experience exciting projects with ample opportunities for growth in every dimension. Enjoy support for training and personal development, alongside team events to celebrate collective successes. Join us at our beautiful office with mountain views in Näfels, Glarus Nord.