Aircraft Technician / Aircraft Technicianess

Anavia AG - April 21, 2026

About the Company:

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

Job Description: Aircraft Technician

As an Aircraft Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the timely execution of assembly, maintenance, and repair tasks according to established work instructions and quality processes. In this position, you will document all sub-assembly, final assembly, and maintenance tasks on aircraft, payloads, and other products while proposing root cause and corrective actions for products and systems.

Your Main Tasks:

  • Conduct incoming goods inspection and testing, as well as sub-assembly and final assembly of aircraft, accessories, and payloads.
  • Perform scheduled and non-scheduled aircraft maintenance work at our Swiss headquarters and globally.
  • Carry out non-scheduled aircraft repair tasks, including sub-systems removal, installation, replacements, and subsequent testing at our Swiss headquarters and globally.
  • Ensure all pre and post-flight maintenance is accomplished, recorded, and signed off accordingly.
  • Maintain and ensure that all Ground Support Equipment (GSE) is serviceable and in good order to support daily flight operations.
  • Prepare the transportation of aircraft, payloads, and other equipment, ensuring compliance with Dangerous Goods requirements.
  • Prepare aircraft, Ground Control Systems (GCS), and data transmission systems; assist in flight preparation and ground movements for flight missions, including providing support to external pilots as required.
  • Act as a Technician instructor for internal and/or external training initiatives.
  • Support root cause analysis and fault diagnosis using test equipment, implementing approved corrective actions to resolve identified issues.
  • Report on tasks executed as needed by HR, Finance, or Quality departments.

What You Bring to the Table:

  • Completed technical education.
  • A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a technician for manned and/or unmanned aircraft, with thorough knowledge of aircraft assembly and maintenance work requirements.
  • Sound technical and practical understanding of complex mechanical, mechatronic, and electrical systems.
  • Strong process-oriented and structured work methods.
  • Responsible demeanor with good technical understanding and communication skills.
  • Proficient language skills in English (oral and written); German language skills are desirable.

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Location : Näfels
Country : Switzerland

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