About the Company
ANAVIA specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) systems weighing up to 500 kilograms. We provide industry-leading unmanned helicopter systems tailored for various mission profiles, including Surveillance & Reconnaissance, Inspection, Mapping, and Cargo.
Your Mission
Job Goals
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and support production operations.
- Ensure manufacturability of new products (DFM – Design for Manufacturability).
- Guarantee compliance with industry standards and certifications.
Key Tasks
- Review engineering drawings and provide feedback to optimize designs for production.
- Design and implement manufacturing processes, tools, and equipment.
- Develop, implement, and refine manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
- Provide technical support to production teams and troubleshoot manufacturing issues.
- Create and maintain documentation for manufacturing processes and work instructions.
- Train and mentor production staff on new processes and equipment.
- Prepare reports on process performance and improvement metrics.
- Conduct feasibility studies and process simulations.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing Principles.
- Collaborate with the quality team to troubleshoot and resolve quality issues.
Competencies & Duties
- Work independently and responsibly, performing tasks as described.
- Communicate proactively when issues arise or assistance is needed.
- Comply with ANAVIA’s employment contract, safety instructions, and quality manuals.
- Be open to international travel, which may require up to 25% of your working hours.
Your Profile
Qualifications
- Completed higher education (e.g., ETH, HTL).
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar position.
- In-depth knowledge of production and assembly processes, preferably in the aviation industry.
- Strong technical and practical understanding of complex mechanical, mechatronic, and electrical systems.
- Proficient in CAD software (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks, etc.).
- Process-oriented with structured work methods.
- Good command of the English language (oral and written).
Become Part of the ANAVIA Family
A committed and international team is waiting for you. Join us for exciting projects and opportunities for growth in every dimension. We offer support for training and personal and professional development, along with team events where we celebrate our successes together. Enjoy a beautiful Swiss mountain view from our office in Näfels, Glarus Nord.
Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.