Flight Physics Engineer / Flight Physics Engineeress

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 prides itself on delivering industry-leading unmanned helicopter systems tailored for various mission profiles, including Surveillance & Reconnaissance, Inspection, Mapping, and Cargo operations.

Key Tasks

• Perform structural and aerodynamic load analysis.
• Develop, validate, and maintain dynamic and aeroelastic models using CAMRAD II, FLIGHTLAB, Simulink, and NASTRAN.
• Support structural test campaigns including static and dynamic testing, modal analysis, and Ground Vibration Testing (GVT).
• Analyze vibration phenomena and contribute to the design and tuning of dampers and passive/active mitigation solutions.
• Evaluate system stability in both low- and high-frequency domains.
• Ensure compliance with relevant aerospace standards (e.g., DO-160, MIL-STD-810, MIL-A-8866).
• Support flight and ground test activities, including instrumentation definition and data analysis.
• Interface with control systems engineers to integrate loads and dynamics considerations into flight control strategy.
• Prepare technical documentation, presentations, and reports for internal use and qualification purposes.

Your Profile

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Aerospace Engineering or a related field, specializing in flight dynamics, structural dynamics, or aeroelasticity.
• Hands-on experience with structural testing (static and dynamic), GVT, and vibration analysis.
• Proficiency with engineering software such as MATLAB, Simulink, FLIGHTLAB, CAMRAD II, and NASTRAN.
• A strong understanding of helicopter aeromechanics, aeroelastic phenomena, and structural loads methodology.
• Familiarity with aerospace certification standards, including DO-160 and relevant MIL-STD documents.
• Experience in analyzing damping strategies and system stability for rotorcraft.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken); proficiency in German is desirable.

Join the ANAVIA Family

A committed and international team is waiting for you. Experience exciting projects with ample opportunities for personal and professional growth. We offer support for training and development, as well as team events to celebrate our successes together. Enjoy a beautiful Swiss mountain view office located in Näfels, Glarus Nord.

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