Jobs at SwissDrones Operating AG
Posted 10 days ago
System Engineer Avionics - Flight Control (a)
BuchsOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Role and ResponsibilityDesign, develop, and integrate flight control systems for our productsDefine flight control architectures, and system requirements based on performance, safety, and operational objectivesTake system design responsibility for assigned electrical and electronic systems across the product lifecycle Create and maintain design data like specifications, wiring diagrams, configurations, interface definitions, and test proceduresPrototype assembly of components and systemsLead and
About this role
Role and Responsibility
- Design, develop, and integrate flight control systems for our products
- Define flight control architectures, and system requirements based on performance, safety, and operational objectives
- Take system design responsibility for assigned electrical and electronic systems across the product lifecycle
- Create and maintain design data like specifications, wiring diagrams, configurations, interface definitions, and test procedures
- Prototype assembly of components and systems
- Lead and support integration of systems in the aircraft
- Support ground, and flight testing, including hands-on troubleshooting activities
- Root cause analysis and problem solving
- Managing avionics components and system suppliers
- Ensure compliance with applicable quality, safety, and regulatory requirements
Interested in joining our team?
Your profile
- Higher education in Electrical Engineering, Avionics Engineering, or Systems Engineering or equivalent
- 5+ years of relevant experience in electrical, electronics, avionics, or system integration engineering
- Strong expertise in electrical flight control systems, manufacturing support, assembly, and testing
- Hands-on mindset with a strong ability and willingness to troubleshoot, analyse, and solve technical problems
- High degree of flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic and growing company
- Strong team player with good communication skills across disciplines
- Fluent in English – written and spoken
- Experience with M365 (SharePoint, Outlook, Teams)
- A strong can-do/will-do attitude
- Strong ownership from kickoff to delivery
Nice-to-haves
- Proficiency with at least one major electrical CAD/ECAD tool (e.g., for schematics, wiring, or harness design)
- Experience working in high-quality and safety-critical environments (e.g., aviation, automotive, medical devices, rail, or similar)
- Having experiences in certification processes and/or worked under EASA Part21
- Experience with Jira, Confluence
- German: B2 - Upper Intermediate language
What's in for you
- An emerging game-changer in uncrewed aviation
- To be part of an aviation company that is at the forefront of advancing drone technology and innovation
- A team of over 40 people from (currently) 21 nations and cultures with great team events
- A very dynamic, motivated, hands-on and international working environment
- Transparent communication at eye level and open feedback culture with short communication lines
- Flexible working models with 20% remote work option
- Unlimited space for entrepreneurial thinking and participation
- Office space and production facilities with good connections to public transport
- Well-known international customers, suppliers and partners
- Steep learning curves and trusting mentorship
- 25 paid vacation days per year