Powerplant and Electrical Technician

About Us

ANAVIA specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) systems weighing up to 500 kilograms. The company is renowned for its industry-leading unmanned helicopter systems tailored for various mission profiles, including Surveillance & Reconnaissance, Inspection, Mapping, and Cargo.

Your Role

Key Responsibilities

• Engine & Powerplant Maintenance:
  • Remove, install, and replace engine components and assemblies while adhering to approved procedures.
  • Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair ancillary engine equipment, including fuel, ignition, oil, and cooling systems.
  • Conduct engine ground runs and operational tests to verify functionality, alongside maintaining and repairing engine mounts, cowlings, exhaust systems, and air induction systems.
  • Monitor engine parameters and diagnose mechanical and performance issues, ensuring proper maintenance of fuel systems such as pumps, filters, lines, and tanks.
• Electrical Systems:
  • Install, inspect, test, adjust, and repair aircraft electrical systems, including power generation, distribution, batteries, and wiring.
  • Test electrical components and assemblies using various diagnostic tools, such as circuit testers and multimeters.
  • Assemble and install electrical components using hand tools and soldering equipment and perform system functional tests.
  • Repair or replace defective wiring, connectors, and electronic components as necessary.
• Documentation & Compliance:
  • Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and aircraft records in accordance with aviation regulations.
  • Ensure compliance with FAA/EASA airworthiness directives and service bulletins.
• Safety & Quality Assurance:
  • Adhere to aviation safety procedures, regulations, and best practices.
  • Conduct pre-flight and post-maintenance inspections, identifying and reporting any safety hazards or airworthiness discrepancies.
  • Ensure that all work adheres to quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Competencies & Duties

Work independently and responsibly while complying with ANAVIA’s employment contract, company safety instructions, and quality manual, alongside all relevant process specifications and instructions.

Your Profile

Qualifications

• Education: Technical diploma in aircraft maintenance, electrical systems, or mechanical-related field. Avionics training or certification and engine-specific training certifications are valuable.
• Experience: 3-5 years of hands-on experience maintaining aircraft electrical systems, engines, and mechanical components. Proven experience with turbine or piston aircraft engines, alongside familiarity with helicopter systems like rotorcraft and turboshaft engines, is highly desirable.
• Skills: Proficient in aircraft electrical systems, power generation, and distribution. Solid mechanical aptitude with expertise in engine and fuel systems and skilled in the use of electrical test equipment.
• Safety and Regulatory: Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Physical: Ability to perform physical tasks, including standing, walking, and working in confined spaces for extended periods, alongside manual dexterity for precision work.
• Communication: Effective communication skills to coordinate with team members and management while demonstrating the ability to work independently.
• Language: Proficiency in English (oral and written) is required; German language skills are a plus.

What We Offer

Join a committed and international team, engage in exciting projects, and enjoy opportunities for personal and professional growth. Benefit from training support, team events celebrating our successes together, and a beautiful office with stunning views of the Swiss mountains in Näfels, Glarus Nord.