System Engineer Avionics - Flight Control (a) at SwissDrones Operating AG

Buchs (SG), St. Gallen, Switzerland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Flight Control Systems, Control Laws, Control Algorithms, System Integration, Electrical CAD/ECAD, Root Cause Analysis, Avionics Engineering, Vehicle Stabilization, Guidance Navigation and Control, Wiring Design, Troubleshooting, EASA Part21, M365, Jira, Confluence, English Proficiency

Industry

Airlines and Aviation

Description

Role and Responsibility Design, develop, and integrate flight control systems for our products Define flight control architectures, control laws, and system requirements based on performance, safety, and operational objectives. Develop and analyse control algorithms for vehicle stabilization, guidance, navigation, and autonomous flight functions. 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 Proficiency with at least one major electrical CAD/ECAD tool (e.g., for schematics, wiring, or harness design) 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 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

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and integrate flight control systems, including the definition of architectures, control laws, and system requirements. Lead the integration of avionics components and support ground and flight testing through hands-on troubleshooting.