Electrical Systems Engineer / Electrical Systems Engineeress

Join Our Team at ANAVIA

ANAVIA specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) systems of up to 500 kilograms. We provide industry-leading unmanned helicopter systems for various mission profiles, including surveillance and reconnaissance, inspection, mapping, and cargo.

Position: Electrical Systems Engineer

As an Electrical Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, integration, and testing of flight control software for our unmanned helicopter systems. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure that our systems are reliable, efficient, and compliant with industry standards.

Your Main Responsibilities

• System Design: Design and develop electrical and electronic systems for unmanned vehicles, including power distribution, sensors, communication systems, and control electronics.
• Integration: Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to integrate electrical systems with mechanical, software, and control systems, ensuring seamless operation.
• Testing and Validation: Conduct testing and validation of electrical systems and components, including performance evaluations and troubleshooting of issues.
• Component Selection: Research and select appropriate electrical components and subsystems, ensuring reliability, performance, and compliance with industry standards.
• Documentation: Create detailed technical documentation, including schematics, design specifications, and test plans, to support development and regulatory requirements.
• Collaboration: Work closely with software engineers and systems engineers to ensure that electrical designs meet overall project objectives and requirements.
• Problem-Solving: Diagnose and resolve electrical issues in prototypes and production systems, implementing design improvements as necessary with a hands-on approach during troubleshooting.

Your Profile

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field; a master’s degree is a plus.
• Experience: Previous experience in electrical design for unmanned systems, robotics, or aerospace applications is preferred.
• Skills: Proficiency in circuit design and embedded systems, along with familiarity with design software (e.g., Altium, MATLAB). Knowledge of communication protocols (e.g., CAN, I2C, SPI) is essential.
• Communication: Strong communication skills, excellent social abilities, and outstanding analytical and technical understanding.
• Language: Proficiency in English (oral and written).

Why Join ANAVIA?

• A committed and international team is waiting for you.
• Exciting projects and opportunities for professional growth in every dimension.
• Support for training and personal development.
• Team events to celebrate our successes together.
• A beautiful office with Swiss mountain views in Näfels, Glarus Nord.

If you are interested in a multicultural, challenging, and innovative working environment, and your profile matches our requirements, we invite you to apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

This position is open only to candidates holding a valid Swiss working permit, EU nationals, or Swiss nationals.